Your Local Central Bark

Central Bark®
Atlanta

1940 Briarwood Ct NE,
Atlanta, GA 30329Get Directions

(404) 248-2275

Open Today 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM


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Welcome to Central Bark Atlanta

Our dogs are more than pets — they’re family. At Central Bark® Atlanta, we understand how important your dog’s safety, happiness, and well-being are to you. That’s why local families throughout Atlanta, Brookhaven, and Druid Hills trust us to give their pups the personalized care and enrichment they deserve.

A Safe, Loving Home Away From Home

Our Atlanta facility is designed to be a haven for dogs — a secure, nurturing place where they can play, socialize, and relax under the supervision of our trained caregivers. Every visit brings you peace of mind knowing your dog is surrounded by people who treat them with kindness, patience, and genuine love.

Whole Dog Care for a Lifetime of Wellness

At Central Bark Atlanta, we follow our signature Whole Dog Care philosophy — a comprehensive approach that supports your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being at every life stage.

Caring for Dogs Across Atlanta, Brookhaven & Druid Hills

We’re proud to be trusted by families across Atlanta, Brookhaven, and Druid Hills. Want to know what it’s really like to be part of our Central Bark family?

Take a moment to read what Atlanta dog parents say about us and see why so many pups can’t wait to come back through our doors.

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Central Bark’s Enrichment Dog Day Care offers more than playtime — it nurtures your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With small playgroups based on size, temperament, and playstyle, we create a safe, structured environment where dogs build confidence, learn good manners, and enjoy healthy socialization. Our enrichment activities, routine schedules, and trained enrichment specialists provide positive interaction, exercise, and rest so your dog goes home happy, tired, and fulfilled.

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Grooming

Grooming

Central Bark’s dog grooming salon and spa keeps your pup looking and feeling their best with personalized care. Our experienced groomers use positive handling techniques and premium products tailored to your dog’s breed, size, and comfort needs. From baths and blowouts to nail trims, teeth brushing, deshedding, and specialty add-ons, we strive to create a stress-free, comfortable grooming experience. Add a spa day to your dog day care or boarding for a fresh, clean pup at pick up.

Grooming

Boarding

Boarding

Central Bark dog boarding provides a safe, cozy home-away-from-home where your pup can rest comfortably while you’re away. Our team offers attentive, individualized care with plenty of enrichment, affection, and routine to help your dog feel secure. Each guest enjoys a clean, comfortable sleeping space, regular potty breaks, and caring supervision from people who know dogs well. Relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and cared for like one of our own.

Boarding

Training

Training

Central Bark’s dog training helps to build confidence, manners, and lifelong skills using force-free, positive reinforcement methods. Our dog trainers offer classes for puppies and adults, from basic obedience to more advanced skills. Training can also be integrated into our dog day care for active learning, socialization, and mental enrichment. With individualized sessions and options during day care, pups learn through play, enrichment, and structure. The result? A calmer, happier dog with better habits at home.

Training

FREE Puppy Hour

FREE Puppy Hour

Central Bark’s Free Puppy Hour starts your puppy’s socialization the right way. This safe, supervised play session helps puppies build confidence, social skills, and healthy play habits during their most important developmental stage (8-16 weeks). Guided by trained enrichment specialists, puppies explore new sights, sounds, and friends while burning energy and learning healthy habits. Pet parents also get expert training tips and support. It’s a fun, stress-free way to nurture a well-rounded, confident puppy — at no cost.

FREE Puppy Hour

Welcome to Central Bark Atlanta

Our dogs are more than pets — they’re family. At Central Bark® Atlanta, we understand how important your dog’s safety, happiness, and well-being are to you. That’s why local families throughout Atlanta, Brookhaven, and Druid Hills trust us to give their pups the personalized care and enrichment they deserve.

A Safe, Loving Home Away From Home

Our Atlanta facility is designed to be a haven for dogs — a secure, nurturing place where they can play, socialize, and relax under the supervision of our trained caregivers. Every visit brings you peace of mind knowing your dog is surrounded by people who treat them with kindness, patience, and genuine love.

Whole Dog Care for a Lifetime of Wellness

At Central Bark Atlanta, we follow our signature Whole Dog Care philosophy — a comprehensive approach that supports your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being at every life stage.

Caring for Dogs Across Atlanta, Brookhaven & Druid Hills

We’re proud to be trusted by families across Atlanta, Brookhaven, and Druid Hills. Want to know what it’s really like to be part of our Central Bark family?

Take a moment to read what Atlanta dog parents say about us and see why so many pups can’t wait to come back through our doors.

Local News

Local News

Congratulations, Credo, Our April Dog of the Month!

Congratulations, Credo, our April Dog of the Month!  Credo, now a grown man, started with us in Puppy Hour back…

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Dog of the Month

Congratulations, Pearl, our March Dog of the Month! 

This little nugget of love brings a smile to our faces each and every day.  She comes in 5 days…

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Local News, Dog of the Month

Congratulations, Mochi and Doogal, Our February Dogs (Sisters) of the Month!  

These sweet girls might play in different playgroups, but when their forces combine it is all excitement and love. Doogal…

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January dog of the month

Dog of the Month

Congratulations, Traveller, Our January Dog of the Month! 

This man may seem small, but don’t let size fool you, he is as big as they come! Large personality, large…

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Local News, Dog of the Month

Congratulations, Kirby, our December Dog of the Month! 

What better way to ring in the holiday season than with a face like Kirby’s?!  Kirby has been coming to…

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A dog lying on the floor with a wooden toy, engaging in play for mental stimulation and enrichment.

Local News

Why Mental Stimulation For Dogs is Just as Vital as a Walk

As loving dog parents, we know the power of a good walk. Tossing a ball, a vigorous run at the…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best dog shampoo?

Choosing the right dog shampoo can give your dog a shiny coat, less itching, and irritation, for a happy, clean-smelling dog. The best option for your dog will depend on its skin type and breed. 

Every item in our Central Bark® Market is specially selected to enhance your dog’s physical health for maximum happiness and comfort. We can help you choose from our selection of high-quality dog shampoo food to develop and maintain healthy skin and coat.

Call or visit our Market today! 

How can I be sure that the play space is clean, odor & disease-free, comfortable and safe for the stated capacity of the center?

Central Bark® is licensed and inspected by the Health Department regularly. We also clean and disinfect nightly, regardless of how many dogs have visited.

What is dog training?

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.

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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.

NOTEPlease bring all required signed forms, vaccination proof, and a collar and leash for your behavior assessment.

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