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National Check the Chip Day is August 15th

Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Health

Is your dog or cat microchipped?  When was the last time you updated their microchip information?  Today is National Check...

Things to Know About Dogs and Heat Stroke

Dog Safety, Dog Health

Summer?  Is that you?  It’s been a cold and rainy spring in the Midwest, but recent warm temperatures mean that...

Things to Know About Dogs and Water Intoxication

Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Health

Do you have a dog who loves to swim, retrieve in the water, chase waves, chomp at white caps, run...

Preparing your dog for July 4th

Dog Health, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety

Summer Solstice marks the true beginning of summer, meaning that peak daylight is finally here, and the Fourth of July...

Helpful Information on Dog Bite Prevention

Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Dog Training, Dog Health

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in...

Three Tips for Living in a Multi-Dog Home

Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Dog Enrichment

This month we celebrated National Pet Day on April 11. Here are three tips for living in a multi-pet home:...

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Happy National Mutt Day!

News

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!

Dog Ownership

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 Behavior, Dog Ownership, 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?

Dog Ownership, Central Bark

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...

It’s National Dog Day on August 26th

Dog Socialization, Dog Ownership

It’s National Dog Day on August 26th

Every day is kind of a National Dog Day here at Central Bark, but we’re down for celebrating on August...

Tears of Joy – New Study Details Link Between Tears and Emotions in Dogs

Dog Behavior

Tears of Joy – New Study Details Link Between Tears and Emotions in Dogs

As a dog owner, we’ve all seen it. We know it’s real. A wagging tail, a playful lick, a spin...

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