Enrichment Dog Day Care
Your Local Central Bark
Central Bark®
Aurora Fox Valley
4389 Fox Valley Center Dr,
Aurora, IL 60504Get Directions
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Welcome to Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley
There’s no bond like the one we share with our furry best friends. We love our dogs and want to give them the best life. But it can be challenging to fulfill all their needs.
That’s why families trust Central Bark®, where dogs get the love and care to help them be healthy, happy, and well-rounded. Many families from the Naperville and Aurora areas choose us for our safe, loving environment. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Aurora Fox Valley, you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re having a great day with their friends in a safe and loving environment.
Serving Naperville, Aurora & the Fox Valley Area
Our Whole Dog Care approach aims to nurture and enrich your dog’s whole health and well-being – throughout their entire life. The heart of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. We also offer dog boarding, baths, grooming, market, training, and more. Conveniently located for dog parents in Aurora and the Naperville area, all with the mission to help you and your dog share the best life.
We know that dogs aren’t just LIKE family – they ARE family. As dog parents ourselves, we take great pride in treating each and every dog like they’re our own.
We’d love to welcome your dog into our Central Bark family. Explore our services or contact us today to get started.
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We were very happy with the care and attention to our dog for both her grooming appointment and then for a 5 day stay for boarding while the family traveled.
We got daily updates on her she was doing.
We got daily updates on her she was doing.
Amazing 😻 love this place
My dog Sosa just started at Central Bark. He is very happy and excited to attend. The staff has been great!
We have used Mike’s team for boarding our GSD when we go out of town and they have grown on each other. This last week Mike was getting him more socialized in the daily updates and we could tell he was enjoying it. We have been using their grooming for several months as well and they do a great job. Thanks Mike!
I took my dog Maia here to be groomed and I must say it was a great experience. Maia looks absolutely amazing.The staff is very friendly and welcoming. This will be Maia’s permanent grooming spot. Thank you Central Bark Aurora
Milo is new to daycare but he has loved it so far. He gets greeted and snuggled on the second he walks through that door (and I am sure all day as well). I appreciate getting a report card with pictures of his day. This is new to him and me so to see that he has a fun day means a lot. Everyone is super nice and caring. Highly recommend.
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 positive reward-based dog training?
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 can include food treats, time to play with a favorite toy, or verbal praise.
After decades of experience using reward-based training, we know it’s the most humane and effective way of training dogs and addressing unwanted behaviors. It’s the best way to build a loving, trusting bond that enhances your relationship between you and your dog for a lifetime of happiness together.
At Central Bark®, our focus on positive reinforcement has never wavered. We continuously update our skills and policies to stay at the forefront of new advances in behavioral science and positive reinforcement techniques.
Learn more about our training classes.
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips
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.
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips.