Dog Ownership
August is Family Fun Month – Here’s How to Celebrate with Your Dog

Dog Ownership

It’s true, whether we like it or not. Summer is winding down and that means we’ll be trading lazy afternoons...

How to Protect Your Dog’s Paws from Hot Pavement

Dog Health, Dog Safety, Dog Ownership

Summer is still here, and we have a couple more months to go. If you live in the Southeast, the...

Why Dog Walking Makes You Happier

Dog Education, Dog Training, Dog Ownership

Dogs love walks. It’s pretty simple. They enjoy the exercise, as well as the mental stimulation, and it can help...

Your dog: The unique individual

Dog Socialization, Dog Education, Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Enrichment, Dog Behavior, Dog Ownership, Puppies

Dogs are intelligent, observant, and unique individuals. Part of the joy of sharing our lives with them is getting to...

What is a dog behavior assessment and why is it necessary?

Dog Socialization, Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Dog Enrichment, Dog Training, Dog Day Care, Dog Health, Dog Education, Central Bark

A dog behavior assessment is a series of structured interactions with a prospective day care dog that are designed to...

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Central Bark, Dog Socialization, Puppies, News, Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Training, Dog Day Care

Pet owners are sometimes surprised that while doggy day care can be an excellent environment for some, it is not...

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New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

News, Dog Ownership, Dog Enrichment

New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

The start of the new year is a time to reflect on the changes you want to make with the...

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December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month

Did you know that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month? Seems appropriate given that it is the gift giving...

Happy National Mutt Day!

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Happy National Mutt Day!

We like Big Mutts and we cannot lie…. Little mutts too. Mutts, they may not be pure bread, but they...

Welcome to Central Barksgiving!

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Welcome to Central Barksgiving!

When you settle down for Thanksgiving dinner this year, are you planning on including your four-legged best friend in the...

It’s National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week; Here’s How You Can Take Part

News, Dog Ownership, Dog Education

It’s National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week; Here’s How You Can Take Part

The first full week of November is National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, which seems fitting as it is a month...

What to take into consideration in positive reinforcement for dogs – The Weight of Reward

Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Training, Dog Education

What to take into consideration in positive reinforcement for dogs – The Weight of Reward

Dog owners sometimes have the urge to quickly eliminate the use of treats & toys, or praise when working with...

October is National Pit Bull Month

Dog Ownership, Dog Education

October is National Pit Bull Month

Since our inception, Central Bark has been committed to a just and inclusive world where no one discriminates based on...

It’s National Adopt-a-Dog-Month

Dog Safety, Dog Adoption, Dog Education

It’s National Adopt-a-Dog-Month

Dogs, for thousands of years, have been our best friends, our protectors, and often improving and even saving our lives....

Petting a Dog is Actually Good for You and Your Brain

Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Education

Petting a Dog is Actually Good for You and Your Brain

If you own a dog, you already know that petting a dog it can just boost your mood and give...

Dogs Deserve Good Dog People – Here’s How to Be The Best Dog Person

Dog Socialization, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Enrichment, Dog Training, Dog Health, Dog Education

Dogs Deserve Good Dog People – Here’s How to Be The Best Dog Person

We can all agree that dogs are simply the best and deserve the world. The undying loyalty and unconditional love...

September is National Responsible Dog Ownership Month

Dog Ownership, Dog Education

September is National Responsible Dog Ownership Month

Here Are the 5 Best Ways to Celebrate Did you know that September is National Responsible Dog Ownership Month? Hosted...

Can Dog Ownership Help With Heart Disease Prevention?

Central Bark, Dog Ownership

Can Dog Ownership Help With Heart Disease Prevention?

Sure, we’re dog people. We already believe that pets make us better humans. But did you know there is actual...

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