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Central Bark®
Charlotte-Matthews

9600 Monroe Rd,
Charlotte, NC 28270Get Directions

(704) 261-3061


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Welcome to Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews

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Your bond with your beloved furry companion is truly special. You always want what’s best for them, even though it can sometimes be a challenge. That’s where Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews steps in to lend a helping hand. Count on us to provide the utmost care for your canine friend, ensuring their well-being, joy, and all-around fulfillment.

Bringing your dog to Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews ensures your peace of mind. They’ll enjoy quality time with their friends in a secure and caring environment. We’re proud to serve the Charlotte-Matthews community.

Moreover, our comprehensive approach to canine well-being prioritizes your dog’s health and happiness. We call it Enrichment Dog Day Care. Alongside this, we provide services like dog boarding, grooming, training, and more, all geared towards ensuring you and your dog enjoy your best lives together.

We recognize that your dog is a cherished family member. As fellow dog parents, we treat every dog as if they were our own. Rest assured, your pup will receive excellent care here!

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Central Bark’s Enrichment Dog Day Care offers more than playtime — it nurtures your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With small playgroups based on size, temperament, and playstyle, we create a safe, structured environment where dogs build confidence, learn good manners, and enjoy healthy socialization. Our enrichment activities, routine schedules, and trained enrichment specialists provide positive interaction, exercise, and rest so your dog goes home happy, tired, and fulfilled.

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Grooming

Grooming

Central Bark’s dog grooming salon and spa keeps your pup looking and feeling their best with personalized care. Our experienced groomers use positive handling techniques and premium products tailored to your dog’s breed, size, and comfort needs. From baths and blowouts to nail trims, teeth brushing, deshedding, and specialty add-ons, we strive to create a stress-free, comfortable grooming experience. Add a spa day to your dog day care or boarding for a fresh, clean pup at pick up.

Grooming

Boarding

Boarding

Central Bark dog boarding provides a safe, cozy home-away-from-home where your pup can rest comfortably while you’re away. Our team offers attentive, individualized care with plenty of enrichment, affection, and routine to help your dog feel secure. Each guest enjoys a clean, comfortable sleeping space, regular potty breaks, and caring supervision from people who know dogs well. Relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and cared for like one of our own.

Boarding

Training

Training

Central Bark’s dog training helps to build confidence, manners, and lifelong skills using force-free, positive reinforcement methods. Our dog trainers offer classes for puppies and adults, from basic obedience to more advanced skills. Training can also be integrated into our dog day care for active learning, socialization, and mental enrichment. With individualized sessions and options during day care, pups learn through play, enrichment, and structure. The result? A calmer, happier dog with better habits at home.

Training

FREE Puppy Hour

FREE Puppy Hour

Central Bark’s Free Puppy Hour starts your puppy’s socialization the right way. This safe, supervised play session helps puppies build confidence, social skills, and healthy play habits during their most important developmental stage (8-16 weeks). Guided by trained enrichment specialists, puppies explore new sights, sounds, and friends while burning energy and learning healthy habits. Pet parents also get expert training tips and support. It’s a fun, stress-free way to nurture a well-rounded, confident puppy — at no cost.

FREE Puppy Hour

Dog Day Care in Charlotte-Matthews | Central Bark

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Your bond with your beloved furry companion is truly special. You always want what’s best for them, even though it can sometimes be a challenge. That’s where Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews steps in to lend a helping hand. Count on us to provide the utmost care for your canine friend, ensuring their well-being, joy, and all-around fulfillment.

Bringing your dog to Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews ensures your peace of mind. They’ll enjoy quality time with their friends in a secure and caring environment. We’re proud to serve the Charlotte-Matthews community.

Moreover, our comprehensive approach to canine well-being prioritizes your dog’s health and happiness. We call it Enrichment Dog Day Care. Alongside this, we provide services like dog boarding, grooming, training, and more, all geared towards ensuring you and your dog enjoy your best lives together.

We recognize that your dog is a cherished family member. As fellow dog parents, we treat every dog as if they were our own. Rest assured, your pup will receive excellent care here!

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Vote Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews for Charlotte’s Best!

🐾We’re honored to be nominated!🐾 Central Bark Charlotte-Matthews has been nominated in the 2026 Charlotte’s Best contest, presented in partnership…

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October 2026 Dog of the Month: Daisy🌼

Daisy, a 5-year-old Labradoodle, joined the Central Bark family in January 2023. She visits us each week for Enrichment Daycare…

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September 2026 Dog of the Month: Cheyenne 🤩

Meet Cheyenne, our sweet and lovable Dog of the Month for September! This beautiful 3-year-old Mix Breed has been a…

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August 2026 Dog of the Month: The Fantastic Fenway!

Fenway, a 4-year-old Shepherd Mix, has been a part of the Central Bark family since March of 2023. Fenway is…

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July 2026 Dog of the Month: The Fabulous Frenchie!

Frenchie, a 6-year-old Labrador Retriever, has been a beloved member of the Central Bark family since February 2023. This playful…

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Bailey, Central Bark’s Dog of the Month, smiling with her tongue out while enjoying outdoor Enrichment Day Care.

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June Dog of the Month: Bailey 🐾

Bailey, a 4-year-old Mixed Breed, has been a member of the Central Bark family since February of 2023! With her…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my dog gets into a disagreement with another dog?

The safety of every dog in our care is our top priority. Central Bark team members are trained to identify and interpret dog body language and behavior, monitor social interactions, and use positive reward-based techniques to redirect behavior and de- escalate potential issues. Our goal is proactive, preventative management that supports safe and positive play.

What dog training options does Central Bark offer?

Central Bark offers positive reward-based dog training options designed to help dogs build practical skills, strengthen communication, and learn behaviors that support everyday life. Depending on your Central Bark location, training options may include Training Tutor sessions during day care and boarding, group training classes, and other training programs for puppies and adult dogs. Because training services vary by location, contact your local Central Bark or visit its website to explore available options and find the right training experience for you and your dog.

When should I start training my puppy?

Puppies begin learning from birth, and learning continues throughout their lives. For pet parents, training can start as soon as your puppy comes home with simple, age-appropriate skills and routines. Early training can focus on communication, positive reinforcement, household routines, social skills, and foundational cues. Central Bark also offers Puppy Hour, a free opportunity to help your puppy learn, socialize, and build positive early experiences while you connect with Central Bark professionals about your puppy’s needs.

How long does dog training take?

Dog training timelines vary because every dog, behavior, goal, and family routine is different. Consistent practice and positive reward-based training help dogs build new skills over time. Your local Central Bark training team can help set realistic expectations based on your dog’s needs and the training option you choose.

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