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National Walk Your Pet Month

Dog Health, Dog Ownership

National Walk Your Pet Month

January is National Walk Your Pet Month, and contrary to popular belief, walking your dog does far more than just…

Things A Dog Lover Shouldn't Forget

Dog Ownership

Things A Dog Lover Shouldn't Forget

Get your tissues ready for this one…

National Animal Safety & Prevention Month

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National Animal Safety & Prevention Month

The month of October may be synonymous with candy and costumes, but this year we’d like to place an emphasis…

World Animal Day

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World Animal Day

World Animal Day falls on October 4th and serves as a period to celebrate a global, social movement enlisted with…

Share The Bed!

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Share The Bed!

We’ve all heard that we shouldn’t do it: inviting your dog into your bed. People believe it’s dirty, and it’s just not…

Checkers Day

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Checkers Day

National Checkers Day, aka Dogs in Politics Day, is celebrated annually on September 23.  On this very date in 1952,…

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Should you Board Your Dog for Summer Vacation?

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Should you Board Your Dog for Summer Vacation?

Is summer vacation about to start? For most families, this is an exciting time that leads to some much-deserved relaxation…

Conquering Kilimanjaro

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Conquering Kilimanjaro

Layne Pollard, Central Bark franchise owner in Gurnee, IL has always been an adventurous soul, but conquering Kilimanjaro was never…

At Home Dog Obstacle Courses

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At Home Dog Obstacle Courses

At home dog obstacle courses are a fun, easy way to increase your dog’s physical and emotional confidence! Offering our…

Help Your Dog Feel Calm During Car Rides

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Help Your Dog Feel Calm During Car Rides

Dog car rides are a necessary part of our dog’s lives! Many dogs view car rides as incredibly exciting and…

Tips to Keep Your Dog Fit During National Canine Fitness Month

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Tips to Keep Your Dog Fit During National Canine Fitness Month

At Central Bark, we believe that keeping your dog active is an essential part of maintaining your dog’s health. Every…

Dog Bite Prevention Tips

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Dog Bite Prevention Tips

National Dog Bite Prevention Month takes place during April each year. Central Bark has some dog bite prevention tips to…

Here’s How to Have the Best National Puppy Day Ever

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Here’s How to Have the Best National Puppy Day Ever

It’s coming up on March 23rd and here at Central Bark we’re kind of puppy obsessed – so here’s how…

March is National Nutrition Month: Even for Your Dogs

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March is National Nutrition Month: Even for Your Dogs

Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month, and that’s even for your dogs? When it comes to your…

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Happier Walks with Our Dogs

Many dog owners daydream about taking relaxing neighborhood strolls with their dogs while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.…

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The Importance of Socialization

It’s National Train Your Dog Month in January and with that in mind, we’re exploring the age-old discussion of “Nature…

New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

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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…

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