Fort Walton Beach
Enrichment Dog Day Care 

Dog Day Care. Reimagined.

We understand the unique bond you share with your furry companion. Yet, modern lifestyles can sometimes hinder our ability to meet all of our dogs’ needs. This can result in various issues at home, ranging from loneliness and boredom to weight gain, anxiety, and undesirable behaviors. That’s where Central Bark Fort Walton Beach doggy day care comes in.

We provide a safe and nurturing environment for your dog. Through socialization, mental stimulation, and physical exercise, we address the essential needs of their minds and bodies.

Our dedication to canine enrichment is evident in our focus on enhancing your dog’s overall quality of life. With engaging activities designed to stimulate their senses, promote problem-solving, and boost confidence, we strive to make each day rewarding and fulfilling for your furry friend.

Rest assured, your dog is in good hands, enjoying a fantastic day with their canine companions. Enrichment Dog Day Care is our specialty, and we pride ourselves on delivering an unparalleled experience for both you and your beloved pet.

Central Bark®
Fort Walton Beach

35 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW,
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Get Directions

(850) 200-4408


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A Healthy Balanced Day

Enrichment Dog Day Care offers a balanced mix of play, exercise, socialization, learning, rest, and tender loving care (TLC). Through this holistic approach, we nurture their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

  • Play, Exercise, and Socialization: Our facility provides both indoor and outdoor play areas where your dog can engage in positive interactions with humans and other dogs.
  • Rest: Adequate rest is essential for your dog’s overall health. Our daily schedule prioritizes moments of relaxation to prevent overstimulation and maintain a healthy balance.
  • Learning: Our experienced staff utilizes positive training techniques to encourage safe play and reinforce healthy social behaviors, facilitating a supportive learning environment for your dog.
  • Love: Your dog receives personalized attention and care, becoming a cherished member of our family while you’re away. Through regular attendance, we develop a deep understanding of your dog’s personality and needs, enabling us to provide tailored care and detect any potential issues early on.

Commitment to Safety

Safety is our top priority. As fellow dog parents, we treat every guest with the same care and attention we give our own pets. We are dedicated to ensuring a healthy and secure environment for everyone who visits our facility.

Highly Trained and Caring Staff
Facility Design
Deep Cleaning + Disinfection
Health Requirements
Dog Behavior Assessments
Consistent Attendance

Central Bark® Enrichment Dog Day Care Features:

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Flexible Group Play

Flexible playgroups allow us to match your dog with the social atmosphere and play schedule they can enjoy and benefit from most. This helps give them a healthy balance of play, rest, and learning and creates a safer social environment with a better quality of play. And our lower dog-to-staff ratios offer more individual attention, education, and love.

Group Play Skills

Interactive group activities and positive reinforcement help dogs practice important skills like name recall, and behaviors like group sit and calmly going in and out of doors and gates. These activities are fun and rewarding for your dog and help improve behavior and impulse control, prevent overstimulation, and create a safer social environment.

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Rest Period Enrichment

Your dog gets to relax and recharge in their own private space with calming interactive toys and healthy food pairings tailored to their preferences and diet. It promotes physical and mental relaxation which can help them achieve a healthy balance of play, learning, and rest. It can also help them become more comfortable in crates by building positive associations.

One-on-One Enrichment

Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give your dog the extra attention they love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games. It’s fun and rewarding and exercise their bodies and minds and engage their senses. Add complexity with fitness and agility equipment. 

Pricing

Weekly Member Plans

1 day per week 38 (38/day)
2 days per week74 (37/day)
3+ days per week108+ (36/day)
Learn more about our Enrichment Dog Day Care Membership Program.

Member Perks:

  • Preferred scheduling.
  • Reduced pricing for Enrichment Dog Day Care and Dog Boarding.
  • 5% off on all retail purchases, including dog food!
  • Membership plan credits can be used for multiple dogs in the same family and applied toward Dog Boarding stays.

Non-Member

Schedule & Pay As You Go
Reservations are subject to availability.
43/day

Additional Services

Behavior Assessment
One-time, nonrefundable fee due on the first visit. All dogs must pass a behavior assessment and attend at least once per week for enrollment in our day care program. 
20
Day-n-Play
Day care for dogs that are not enrolled in our day care program. This includes one-one-one enrichment play sessions. Each dog plays in their own space to ensure the safety and comfort of all dogs.
48

Training & Enrichment Add-ons

Training Tutor
One-on-one training session during your dog’s visit to practice important cues and behavior skills. Packages available.
1 session per week – $75/month
2 sessions per week – $125/month
3 sessions per week – $185/month
4 sessions per week – $250/month
20
One-on-One Enrichment
Personalized session during your dog’s visit with interactive toys, puzzles, and games to exercise your dog’s body and mind.
15
Rest Period Enrichment
Private space with calming interactive food toy to help your dog achieve a healthy balance of activity and rest.
5
If you have any concerns about food sensitivities or destructive tendencies, please speak to an associate at the front desk to discuss available options. All sales are final.

Additional fees may apply for special requests (i.e., meds, food packaging, etc.).
Late fees apply after business hours.
Prepaid memberships are nonrefundable and expire. All sales are final.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dog day care?

Dog day care gives dogs a fun place to play with their friends while their owners are busy at home and work.

At Central Bark®, doggy daycare is our specialty, and nobody does it quite like us. We don’t just give dogs a place to play. We create a personalized program of activities that optimize your dog’s whole health – their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 

Central Bark goes beyond a traditional doggy day care with our unique Whole Dog Care philosophy. Our personalized approach helps enrich your dog’s whole health and well-being throughout their entire life so you can enjoy a healthy, happy, and loving life together.

The heart of our whole dog care approach is our Enrichment Doggy Day Care program. We combine Central Bark’s industry-leading doggy day care expertise with the latest dog behavior science. Our mission is to give dogs a balanced blend of exercise, social group play, learning, rest, and TLC. To help your dog be a healthy, happy, calm, and well-rounded member of your family.

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

What are One-on-One Enrichment sessions?

Our One-on-One Enrichment sessions give your dog the freedom to safely explore their senses with an Enrichment Specialist. They’ll get the personal attention they love, supplemented with interactive toys, puzzles, and games that exercise their bodies and minds. They can also level up their skills with fitness training and agility exercises if they’re ready for more. 

Did you know? 15 minutes of mental activity is equal to 30 minutes of physical exercise!

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

Are there outdoor play areas?

Central Bark® has outdoor facilities complete with swimming pools and cooling systems for the summer.

What are flexible playgroups?

Flexible playgroups allow us to match your dog with the social atmosphere and play schedule they can enjoy and benefit from most. This helps give them a healthy balance of play, rest, and learning and creates a safer social environment with a better quality of play. And our lower dog-to-staff ratios offer more individual attention, education, and love.

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

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Central Bark® Whole Dog Care

Our whole dog care approach offers a full range of fun and personalized products and services. To promote your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional health and happiness throughout their entire life.