Welcome to Central Bark Doggy Day Care

Central Bark USA Doggy Day CareCentral Bark USA Doggy Day Care

Judi has always been an animal lover. She got her first cat when she was 6 and was always bringing home strays, much to her father’s chagrin. Judi’s passion for dogs didn’t develop until she was able to stop traveling for work and get her first dog, Mocha in 1999. Scroll down to read more.

Services Available

  • alt=
  • alt=
  • alt=
  • alt=
  • alt=
  • alt=

Events Calendar

« September - 2010 »
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
 010304
0506
07
08091011
12131415161718
19202122232425
2627282930 

Oswego News and Events

Howl-o-ween

Posted on August 31, 2010 Posted in Oswego News

Adopt-a-thon and Fundraiser

Congrats, Willie!

Posted on August 01, 2010 Posted in Oswego News, Dog of the month
Oswego, IL August Dog of the Month!

Oswego, IL August Dog of the Month!

Dog Days of Summer Dog Wash

Posted on July 06, 2010 Posted in Oswego News, Barkley Ventures News

Meet The Pack Leaders!

Judi (w/ Mocha and Chachi)

Judi (w/ Mocha and Chachi)

Owner

Here’s Judi with Mocha and Chachi and Tascha inset into the picture. Not pictured is her significant other, Marty, who has been a great support person in helping Judi realize her dream.

Judi has always been an animal lover.   She got her first cat when she was 6 and was always bringing home strays, much to her father’s chagrin.  Judi’s passion for dogs didn’t  develop until she was able to stop traveling for work and get her first dog, Mocha in 1999.  Realizing that two dogs are much more fun than one, she got her second dog, Chachi, shortly thereafter.   Both are rescue dogs from a local animal shelter. Unfortunately, Mocha passed in 2007.   Judi decided to adopt another dog as a buddy for Chachi.   She rescued Tascha in 2007 so that Chachi would have a playmate.

While Judi enjoyed managing the sales plan, offices, budgets and people in the corporate world, she just couldn’t get enough of dogs.  She has volunteered at a local shelter for several years helping to clean kennels, socialize dogs, foster dogs, develop a dog assessment program with a team of volunteers, assist with various business aspects and participate on the board of directors.   Through this work, Judi realized that she needed to follow her passion for animals and do something with them, particularly dogs, and not just part time.  She decided to join the team and open her own Central Bark® franchise in Oswego, IL.

Judi looks forward to taking care of your dogs as if they were her own.


Mare Potts (w/ Scout)

Mare Potts (w/ Scout)

Trainer

Here's Mare with Scout. Mare Potts, Owner of Flydogs (http://www.flydogs.ws) will manage the training courses offered at Central Bark®.

Mare has 13+ years of canine education teaching experience. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT); the instructor of Canine Disc, Tricks and Flyball at Camp Dogwood, Dog Days of Wisconsin and Camp Gone to The Dogs.

Mare is the 2005 Skyhoundz Micro Dog Champion; 2002, 2003 & 2004 U.S. Disc Dog National Semi-finalist and 2003 & 2004 U.S. Disc Dog National Finalist. She is a World Class Disc Dog Handler and owns “Scout” the IDDHA World Record Holder for Small Dogs Frisbee Distance Catch. She’s got 7 years competitive experience in canine disc and 13 years competitive experience in flyball.

Mare has appeared in: Purina Incredible Dog Challenge; MagRack's Disc Dog Training Video; Animal Planet's Best Dog Friendly Destinations; WGN Morning News; ABC Morning News; NBC Morning News; Fox News and the Oswego Business Expo. She’s been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Daily Herald and the Naperville Sun.

Mare is a strong supporter of rescuing animals and is the kennel manager, the dog trainer and the dog assessment team leader at a local shelter.

Meet Our Groomer!

Kai Johnson (w/Colby)

Joan Brownridge

Groomer

Joan is a graduate of the Academy of Dog Grooming Arts in Arlington, IL and specializes in TLC for dogs of all ages and all breeds. She has 5+ years of experience grooming all breeds and whether she is grinding nails, cleaning ears, giving a bath or providing a full groom, Joan takes extra special care of all her doggy clients. Joan has had dogs for most of her life and is currently the proud parent of 4 dogs, Joey, Puttee, Naggi & Kiara. Joan is available Saturday mornings.


Kai Johnson (w/Colby)

Andrea Scism

Groomer

Andrea has been grooming for over 17 years and has won several competitions for grooming Poodles (all sizes), Welsh Terriers, English Springer Spaniels, Bichons and several other breeds. Andrea enjoys doing hand stripping, which is becoming a lost art. Andrea continues to compete and win awards for her grooming skills. Andrea enjoys grooming and can handle all breeds and all ages. Andrea has owned many dogs throughout her life and is currently the proud owner of Isabelle & Rosebud. Andrea is available Tuesdays and Fridays.


Both Andrea and Joan are able to provide full grooming services for all breeds, as well as mini-services including, nail trims, ear plucking and more. Please contact Central Bark at 630-554-3866 to schedule an appointment with either Andrea or Joan.

Location & Hours

Central Bark Oswego
456 Treasure Drive
Oswego, IL 60543

Located just north of Oswego East High School on the southeast corner of Harvey Road & Treasure Drive. We're in the same business park as Premier Gymnastics.

Monday - Saturday, 7AM - 6:30PM
Sunday Sleepover Pickups 10AM or 6PM
Sleepovers 365 days per year!

Phone:

630.554.FUNN (3866)

Fax:
630.554.3472

Email:
oswego@centralbarkusa.com

Full Grooming Service

We do provide Full Grooming Services at the Central Bark Doggy Day Care Oswego location. Call us today at 630.554.3866 to schedule an appointment. For more information about our groomer, scroll down to the bottom of the page.

Email Newsletter

Sign up for e-mailed newsletters, coupons, events, class schedules and more! Click here!

Charitable Work


Our drive. Our duty. Our dogs.

> Read more

FAQ #16

Q: How are the new dog introductions handled?
A: During your dog's behavior assessment we will determine the rate at which your dog is ready for group play. Only when we and the dog are comfortable will group play begin.

Love Dogs? Join the Pack. Click here to download an application.
Barkley's Loyalty Program


Oswego, IL

At Central Bark® Oswego we pride ourselves on our commitment to training and outstanding service. Our facility serves as the home away from home for your pooch. Try us today. Your dog will love you even more for it.

Dog of the Month!

Congrats, Sheeba!

Oswego, IL September Dog of the Month!

Sheeba is a Miniature Pinscher who weighs in at a whopping 5 lbs, so she’s a mini MinPin and has been coming to Central Bark since April of 2009 when she was just 8 months old. She spends quite a bit of time with us because both of her parents travel for work. Her BFF is Kochany and she likes to wrestle and chase him around. However, she also likes playing with Chase, CoCo, Chester, Gus, Jeeves, Izzy, Zoey, Bonnie and Bentley. She loves to snuggle too and when it’s cold you’ll find her snuggling with the other dogs or trying to get inside your jacket. We’re happy Sheeba comes to Central Bark. Enjoy your time in the spotlight, you deserve it!

Foster Dog

Meet Morgan!

Morgan was born 1/7/2009 and is a Border Collie and Terrier mix. Morgan is around 35-40 lbs and has the wire hair of a Terrier, but the coloring of a Border Collie. Morgan is a very active young girl that learns very fast. Due to a job change, Morgan is looking for a new home. Do you have room in your heart and home for an active young female dog? If so, contact ADOPT at www.adoptpetshelter.org or 630-355-2299 for an application. Morgan is being housed here at Central Bark Oswego, so you can see her in videos on our FB page and if you're interested in meeting her, let us know and we can arrange a meeting. Final decision on her new home is at ADOPT's discretion.

This website is ©  2010 Barkley Ventures, Inc. All Rights Reserved