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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
Of course! You are welcome to visit and tour the center before enrolling. Please visit our locations section to find the Central Bark Doggy Day Care location that is nearest to you.
Dog grooming helps keep your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable. It can include anything from a simple brush-out or bath to a full spa day, complete with a grooming session and nail care.
All dogs are unique. Just like humans, your dog deserves personalized grooming for their size, breed, coat type, and condition. Please ask an associate for details.
Make a reservation for your dog’s grooming session.
Rest periods can be paired with fun and interactive food toys (like a frozen peanut butter Kong) to create a rest period enrichment activity for your dog.
Not only are rest period enrichments fun and mentally stimulating for your dog, but they also help build positive associations and crating skills. Hence, dogs are calmer, quieter, and more relaxed. For dogs, being comfortable in a crate is a life skill that is incredibly useful for them and their owners.
Did you know? Scientific studies have shown that licking and chewing behaviors (especially those that involve food rewards!) are self-soothing, decrease heart and respiratory rates, and even release dopamine in a dog’s brain.
The timeline for learning new behaviors and skills is as unique as every dog! Because each dog is an individual, with different learning histories, breed genetics, and preferences in reinforcers like treats and toys, there is no way to say for sure how long training will take. It’s also important to consider how much time each family has for daily training practice.
Whether you’re crate training, leash walking, or potty training your pup, consistency is key. It’s crucial to establish a routine, practice positive reinforcement, supervise your puppy (especially when potty training), and avoid punishing your puppy when mistakes happen.
Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your dog, with expert training and classes so you and your pup can learn and bond together.
Learn more about our training classes.
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips.
