Enrichment Dog Day Care
Your Local Central Bark
Central Bark®
Amarillo
5001 S Western St,
Amarillo, TX 79109Get Directions
Open Today 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
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There’s nothing quite like the bond we have with our furry companions. Our dogs hold a special place in our hearts, and we always strive to give them the best life possible. However, meeting all of their needs can sometimes be a challenge.
That’s where Central Bark comes in.
Families rely on us to provide the love and care necessary to keep their dogs healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Amarillo, you can trust that they’ll spend their day enjoying the company of friends in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our approach to Whole Dog Care focuses on nurturing and enhancing every aspect of your dog’s health and well-being throughout their lifetime. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. Additionally, we offer services such as dog boarding, baths, grooming, a market for pet supplies, training, and more. All are designed to help you and your dog experience the best life together.
We understand that dogs aren’t just considered family – they are family. As dog parents ourselves, we take immense pride in treating each and every dog that walks through our doors as if they were our own.
Grooming
Boarding
Training
FREE Puppy Hour
There’s nothing quite like the bond we have with our furry companions. Our dogs hold a special place in our hearts, and we always strive to give them the best life possible. However, meeting all of their needs can sometimes be a challenge.
That’s where Central Bark comes in.
Families rely on us to provide the love and care necessary to keep their dogs healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Amarillo, you can trust that they’ll spend their day enjoying the company of friends in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our approach to Whole Dog Care focuses on nurturing and enhancing every aspect of your dog’s health and well-being throughout their lifetime. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. Additionally, we offer services such as dog boarding, baths, grooming, a market for pet supplies, training, and more. All are designed to help you and your dog experience the best life together.
We understand that dogs aren’t just considered family – they are family. As dog parents ourselves, we take immense pride in treating each and every dog that walks through our doors as if they were our own.
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Jazzmine, you worked wonders on my 3 terrors today!!!! They’re perfect! ❤️❤️
I only do nail trims here but definitely want to give credit where credit is due. Makhia is incredibly gentle and good energy when it comes to nail trims. My dogs have a hard time with getting their nails trimmed but with Makhia they’re the most relaxed I’ve ever seen in this stressful time. Thank you and 10/10 world recommend working with her.
I only do nail trims here but definitely want to give credit where credit is due. Makhia is incredibly gentle and good energy when it comes to nail trims. My dogs have a hard time with getting their nails trimmed but with Makhia they’re the most relaxed I’ve ever seen in this stressful time. Thank you and 10/10 world recommend working with her.
Unfortunately, I took my dog to a different place to get clean and go on vacation. He said they were gonna groom him and clean him He loves to run with the pack when we got him back. The dog seemed worse than what we sent him so over to Central bark I go Dog fur seems great. Everyone of the family is astounded about how good the dog looks.
Great place to take your fur babies and have them socialize with other dogs. Amazing staff
I have worked at one of the Dog resorts here in Amarillo, so I know what to look for in service given at these types of establishments. I was very impressed with the people I dealt with at Central Bark. You can tell they are not overcrowded so they can really personalize their care for each individual animal. They gave me a handwritten report on how my pup did the day that she came in, and they suggested certain days that she come back for daycare specifically because of her temperament and who else is usually there on those days. I can tell that they care very much about her and could see how much they loved her from the second they met her. I recommend this facility for daycare, especially if you have a sensitive or slow to warm dog. I am sure I would recommend it for boarding if I had any experience keeping my dog there overnight, but I don’t so I can’t vouch for that.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s a Behavior Assessment and why is it important?
As part of joining the Central Bark® family, our expert staff conducts a thorough behavior assessment at your local Central Bark store. These assessments help ensure that your dog is placed with a playgroup they’re comfortable with so they can play safely every day they’re with us.
This four-day evaluation, while your dog participates in our Enrichment Day Care, assesses your dog’s:
- Comfort and social skills with people
- Social skills and playstyle with other dogs to help determine the playgroup and play schedule they can benefit from the most
- Comfort in both indoor and outdoor play spaces
- Comfort in rest areas and a crate
- Ability to share resources like water and toys in social settings
- Level of comfort taking treats in social settings
This process gives us a chance to get to know you and your dog while your dog gets acquainted with their new favorite place away from home. Through the entire four days, your dog’s comfort and safety is our top priority.
Once your pup passes all the behavior assessment elements, you are welcome to sign up for any of our daycare services or a sleepover!
To schedule a Behavior Assessment for your dog, please contact your local store.
NOTE: Please bring all required signed forms, vaccination proof, and a collar and leash for your behavior assessment.
What is the best way to train a dog?
After decades of experience, we know that reward-based training is the most humane and effective way to train dogs and address unwanted behaviors. With reward-based training, you can build a loving, trusting bond that enhances your relationship with your dog for a lifetime of happiness.
Positive reward-based techniques help puppies and dogs develop essential life skills and behaviors that will enrich their lives at home and day care. These methods set dogs up to succeed and reward them for performing desired behaviors. Rewards are tailored to the dog’s preferences and include food treats, time to play with a favorite toy, or verbal praise.
Learn more about our training classes.
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips.
What Happens if My Dog Gets Into a Disagreement With Another Dog?
Our top priority is the safety of every dog in our care. Our staff members are not only highly trained but also “fluent in dog speak,” which means they can read canine body language and behavior cues. Our rigorous dog day care safety protocols use a science-based positive reinforcement approach to constantly monitor and manage play. We believe in proactive and preventative care, working to de-escalate potential issues before they start, which is a key part of how dog day care handles disagreements and maintains a secure environment for all dogs.
Are there outdoor play areas?
Central Bark® has outdoor facilities complete with swimming pools and cooling systems for the summer.