Dog of the Month

Our monthly favorite dog

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May Dog of The Month

Dog of the Month

May’s Dog of The Month is truly a party animal. Lucy the Great Dane loves active play. She is also...

April Dog of The Month

Dog of the Month

April’s Dog of The Month is class clown Rooney the Golden Retriever. This four year old will play like a...

March Dog of The Month

Dog of the Month

Our March Dog of The Month started coming to Central Bark right around his first birthday.  Rusty is an easy-going...

February Dog of The Month

Dog of the Month

February’s Dog of The Month is full of personality. Bubba the 3-year-old Boxer loves to wrestle and play chase with...

January Dog of The Month

Dog of the Month

Our January Dog of The Month is a longtime friend. Dakota the Labrador started coming as a puppy and is...

Central Bark USA Blog

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

Dog Socialization, Dog Enrichment, Dog Day Care

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

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

How Does a Dog DNA Test Work?

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

Does Doggy Daycare Help With Separation Anxiety?

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

When Can Puppies Start Going to Daycare?

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

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Is Doggy Daycare Essentially Good for Dogs?

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

Holiday dog portrait

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5 Reasons Why Dogs’ Mental Health Is Important

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

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Are Dogs Pack Animals?

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

Dog bored

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My Dog Is Bored, What Can I Do?

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

How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?

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

Giving Choice in 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

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

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

Central Bark Franchise dog smiling at the camera.

Central Bark

The Power of Rescue With Central Bark Therapy Dog Petunia

In honor of National Rescue Dog Day, Central Bark celebrates its office dog, Petunia, who is charting a new path...

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