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Welcome to Central Bark Fort Walton Beach
The bond we share with our furry companions is incomparable. Our love for dogs drives us to provide them with the utmost care and support. Still, meeting all their needs can pose challenges. That’s where Central Bark steps in, a trusted choice for families seeking comprehensive care for their beloved pets.
At Central Bark Fort Walton Beach, your dog will thrive in a secure and affectionate environment, spending quality time with their canine companions.
Our holistic approach, known as Whole Dog Care, is designed to promote your dog’s overall health and happiness. Central to this philosophy is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program, which focuses on nurturing your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In addition to day care, we offer a range of services including boarding, grooming, training, and more. They are all aimed at enhancing the bond between you and your dog.
Recognizing that dogs are not merely pets but integral members of the family, we treat every dog with the same love and dedication as if they were our own. As fellow dog parents, we take pride in providing a personalized experience for each furry friend entrusted to our care.
Central Bark
Fort Walton Beach
35 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW,
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Get Directions
fortwaltonbeach@centralbarkusa.com
Open Today 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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The facility is always spotless, safe, and full of happy, well-socialized pups. I love how they keep me updated throughout the day and even send personalized report cards about how Spot did. It’s obvious they truly care about every dog that comes through their doors.
If you’re looking for a place where your furry friend will be loved, cared for, and come home tired and happy, Central Bark is it. Thank you to the entire team for treating Spot like family! 🐾
As a busy professional in the military, I really appreciate how flexible they’ve been with my unpredictable schedule. They even offer a military discount, which is such a thoughtful touch. Knowing Max is in such a loving and supportive environment gives me total peace of mind.
If you’re in the area, this is hands-down the best spot to let your furry friend thrive. Thank you, Central Bark Team!
Central Bark® Whole Dog Care
Our comprehensive Whole Dog Care approach provides an extensive array of tailored products and services. All are aimed at fostering your dog’s lifelong physical, mental, and emotional well-being and joy.
Enrichment Dog Day Care
Elevate your dog’s daily routine with tailor-made activities crafted exclusively for their enjoyment, injecting excitement into every moment.
Grooming
Treat your cherished companion to a lavish grooming experience, ensuring they remain content and impeccably groomed.
Boarding
Provide your dog with a serene and snug retreat through our Dog Boarding service, offering them a tranquil escape for ultimate relaxation.
Products
Browse through our curated collection of premium dog products, from nourishing foods to engaging toys, to keep your canine companion healthy.
Training & Enrichment
Deepen your connection with your furry friend through engaging positive training sessions and enriching activities designed to strengthen your bond.
Dog Day Care. Reimagined.
Experience Dog Day Care like never before with Central Bark Enrichment Dog Day Care. We’re revolutionizing the concept by blending our unmatched expertise with cutting-edge dog behavior science and positive training techniques. Your furry friend will indulge in a customized day filled with just the right balance of play, mental and physical stimulation, socialization, training, relaxation, and affection, ensuring they emerge as healthier, happier, and more well-rounded companions.
Flexible Playgroups
Small and large playgroup options allow us to match better your dog’s personality, needs, and preferences with the social atmosphere and amount of play they can enjoy and benefit from most.
Group Play Skills
Group Play Skills are a fun and rewarding way for dogs to practice important skills like name recall, and behaviors like group sit and calmly going in and out of doors and gates.
Rest Period Enrichment
Rest Period Enrichment sessions help dogs achieve a healthy balance. They can relax and recharge in their own private space with calming enrichment toys and healthy foods tailored to their preferences and diet.
Enrichment Sessions
Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give the extra attention dogs love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you’re crate training, leash walking, or potty training your pup, consistency is key. It’s crucial to establish a routine, practice positive reinforcement, supervise your puppy (especially when potty training), and avoid punishing your puppy when mistakes happen.
Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your puppy. We offer expert training and classes so you and your puppy can learn and bond together.
Learn more about our training classes.
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Our staff is trained in dog body language and positive playgroup management techniques so they can respond proactively to help avoid issues between dogs. These tools include praise, treats, and work on important Group Play Skills daily like name recall, group sits, and going calmly in and out of doorways and gates. If a dog ever becomes overstimulated during play (just like kids do on the playground sometimes) we use these practiced skills to help redirect dogs into more desired behaviors (like coming to us and offering a sit for a treat) which gives the dog a chance to reset and calm down. When needed, we also utilize play breaks (a short rest in an individual crate) or in-group leash walks if a dog needs a little more help to bring their energy levels back down.
Central Bark® is licensed and inspected by the Health Department regularly. We also clean and disinfect nightly, regardless of how many dogs have visited.
There’s no bond like the one between our furry best friends and us. We love our dogs and want to give them the best life possible. But it can be challenging to fulfill all their needs to stay healthy and happy for a lifetime. Doggy day care gives pups a place to play and learn in a safe environment, with the socialization, mental stimulation, and physical exercise their minds and bodies need to stay healthy for a lifetime.
- Dogs get to socialize. Dogs are social creatures. Positive experiences with new humans, new dogs, and new environments are essential to a well-rounded pup.
- Dogs learn social skills. Dogs learn from other dogs – they’re always teaching each other what is (and isn’t) appropriate social behavior. Doggy day care staff can also help support safe play and practice healthy social behaviors.
- Dogs get more exercise. Exercise helps your dog maintain a healthy weight and muscle tone while improving their mood and providing a healthy outlet for their physical and mental energy, meaning they can be more relaxed at home.
- Dogs get human attention. Your dog will get the care and love they need while you’re at work or school.
- Parents get a break. Doggy day care can give you a day off from responsibilities, while your dog gets what they need to be a healthier, more well-adjusted pet.