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Our dog groomers can do a summer deshed for your pup

Dog Enrichment

July Add-Ons: De-Shed Grooming & 1:1 Dog Agility Training

Summer means more shedding, more energy, and more reasons to give your dog a little extra during their next visit....

Rosie is Central Bark's Daycare Dog of the Month for June!

Dog of the Month, News

July’s Day Care Dog of the Month: Rosie

Congratulations to Rosie, our July Day Care Dog of the Month! 🐾 Rosie has been part of the Central Bark...

June 2026 Dog of the Month at Central Bark Dog Daycare

Dog of the Month

June Dog of the Month: Bean

Congratulations to Bean, our June Dog of the Month! 🐾 Bean is an Australian Shepherd with energy for days and...

Central Bark dog day care turned one!

News

Bark in the Park! Central Bark Aurora–Fox Valley Turned One

Our first birthday pawty was one for the books. One year ago, we opened our doors with a simple mission:...

Ellie now

Dog Health

How Hometown Veterinary Partners Saved Ellie

Hometown Vets gave us our dog back. As the owners of Central Bark Aurora Fox Valley, we are dog people...

Dog-friendly events in Naperville this June

News

Dog-Friendly Events in Naperville & Aurora This June

Summer is officially here, and June is packed with tail-wagging opportunities to get outside with your pup! Whether you’re lacing...

Central Bark Blog
How to Keep Dogs Cool During Summer?

Dog Behavior, Dog Health

Summer can feel like freedom for dogs: longer walks, brighter evenings, more time outside, more chances for summer fun. But...

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

Dog Socialization, Dog Enrichment, Dog Day Care

For a lot of pet parents, the first few daycare visits come with a quiet, nagging question: Does my dog actually...

Dog DNA Testing

Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Adoption, Dog Health

Have you ever looked at your pup and wondered about their ancestry? Maybe you adopted a lovable mutt from a...

Doggy Daycare Anxiety

Dog Day Care

Some dogs struggle the moment you grab your keys, pacing, whining, or barking because they feel scared of being alone....

Young pups socializing safely to help determine when can puppies go to daycare based on vaccinations.

Dog Day Care

Bringing home a puppy brings excitement, playful energy, and many questions about raising a happy, well-adjusted companion. New pet owners...

Daycare Essentially Good for Dogs

dog boarding

For many pet parents, supporting their dog’s happiness and overall wellness is a top priority. As modern life becomes busier,...

Holiday dog portrait

dog boarding

As pet owners, our dogs rely on us not just for food and shelter, but for their overall well-being, including...

Origins of the Pack Animal

dog boarding

For many years, it’s been widely believed that “dogs are pack animals.” Many owners have wondered: Why are dogs pack...

Dog bored

dog boarding

If your furry best friend gazes at you with soulful eyes or paces the house, you may wonder, “Is my...

Dog being bathed with shampoo in a backyard by its owner.

News

This is one of the first questions many new pet parents have, and even long-time dog owners can wonder if...

Central Bark dog enjoying an enrichment treat with Central Bark employee.

News, Dog Enrichment

Enrichment has, over the last few years, been something that pet owners have understood the importance of in a greater...

Central Bark Co-Founder Chris Gaba Celebrates 20-Plus Years in Original Fort Lauderdale, FL Location

News

Launched over two decades ago by a passionate dog parent looking to create something better for his own furry friends,...

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