Happy.
Whole.
Welcome to Central Bark Amarillo
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.
Central Bark
Amarillo
5001 S Western St,
Amarillo, TX 79109Get Directions
Open Today 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
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Donna Alexander 
Megan Gaitan 
Dawn Trahern 
J'Melle Fletcher 
Bill Archinal Central Bark® Whole Dog Care
Our Whole Dog Care philosophy provides a wide array of customized products and services aimed at enhancing your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being at every stage of their life journey.
Enrichment Dog Day Care
Elevate your dog’s daily routine with custom activities tailored just for them, injecting excitement into their day-to-day adventures.
Grooming
Treat your furry companion to pampering and delightful experiences aimed at bringing them joy while maintaining their pristine appearance.
Boarding
Provide your dog with a tranquil and cozy getaway with our Dog Boarding service, ensuring they have a peaceful and enjoyable stay.
Products
Discover our thoughtfully curated collection of top-notch dog essentials, from food and treats to toys, designed to keep them in prime health.
Training & Enrichment
Deepen your connection with your dog through positive training sessions and interactive activities that foster essential skills and positive behavior.
How to get started
- Click Request Appointment
- Register Online
- We’ll contact you to help
schedule your first visit
Why do dogs LOVE
Central Bark?
- It’s all about them – Every dog holds a unique place in our hearts. We customize each day to cater to your dog’s individual needs and preferences.
- Total well-being + joy – Your furry friend will receive personalized attention, activities, and relaxation tailored to their specific requirements. This helps ensure they’re healthy, content, and well-behaved both at home and in the community.
- Understanding canine language – Our team consists of dog experts who undergo specialized training in our science-based positive reinforcement methods.
- Safety first + cleanliness – The safety and welfare of all our guests is our utmost priority. We implement thorough safety protocols and cleaning procedures to guarantee your dog’s well-being and health throughout their stay with us.
- Trusted affectionate care – For over two decades, families have placed their trust in Central Bark to enhance their dog’s lives with a perfect blend of individualized attention, playtime, exercise, socialization, training, relaxation, and affection.
- Building lifelong bonds – It’s incredible how a day spent apart can strengthen your bond! Your dog will return home content and healthy, alleviating any worries about leaving them alone for another day.
Dog Day Care. Reimagined.
Central Bark Enrichment Dog Day Care takes dog day care to a whole new level! It combines our industry-leading expertise with the latest dog behavior science and positive dog training principles. Your dog can enjoy a fun and healthy day tailored to them, with the proper amount of play, mental and physical exercise, socialization, training, rest, and love they need to be healthy, happy, and well-rounded.
Flexible Playgroups
Small and large playgroup options allow us to match better your dog’s personality, needs, and preferences with the social atmosphere and amount of play they can enjoy and benefit from most.
Group Play Skills
Group Play Skills are a fun and rewarding way for dogs to practice important skills like name recall, and behaviors like group sit and calmly going in and out of doors and gates.
Rest Period Enrichment
Rest Period Enrichment sessions help dogs achieve a healthy balance. They can relax and recharge in their own private space with calming enrichment toys and healthy foods tailored to their preferences and diet.
Enrichment Sessions
Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give the extra attention dogs love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Once you have enrolled, we will need a copy of your dog’s vaccination records, which you can upload to your online account or bring with you on your scheduled first day. We also ask that your dog comes in on a regular 6-foot flat leash (no retractable or flexi-leads in the lobby) and a quick-release collar. Not sure what a quick-release collar is? No problem! We’ll be happy to show you on your first day. If your dog usually wears a harness while walking, you’re welcome to bring that as well.
If your dog typically eats a midday meal, you can bring it in an airtight container clearly labeled with your dog’s first and last names.
Dog training teaches a dog to perform certain behaviors, often in a variety of contexts. At Central Bark®, our training classes are based on the latest research and scientific understanding of dog behavior to enhance the bond between you and your dog.
We use positive reward-based techniques to help puppies and dogs of all ages 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 can 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.
Yes! When your dog spends the night with us, we do everything we can to ensure your dog has a safe place where they can feel well-rested.
Sleepovers at Central Bark® offer your dog a calm, relaxing sleepover in a place they can feel comfortable and loved. Because they’re in a familiar place, they can feel less stressed about being away from home (and so will you). A full day of Doggy Day Care is included with your sleepover stay.
Our staff is trained in dog body language and positive playgroup management techniques so they can respond proactively to help avoid issues between dogs. These tools include praise, treats, and work on important Group Play Skills daily like name recall, group sits, and going calmly in and out of doorways and gates. If a dog ever becomes overstimulated during play (just like kids do on the playground sometimes) we use these practiced skills to help redirect dogs into more desired behaviors (like coming to us and offering a sit for a treat) which gives the dog a chance to reset and calm down. When needed, we also utilize play breaks (a short rest in an individual crate) or in-group leash walks if a dog needs a little more help to bring their energy levels back down.
