Enrichment Dog Day Care
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Central Bark®
Aurora Fox Valley
4389 Fox Valley Center Dr,
Aurora, IL 60504Get Directions
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Welcome to Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley
There’s no bond like the one we share with our furry best friends. We love our dogs and want to give them the best life. But it can be challenging to fulfill all their needs.
That’s why families trust Central Bark®, where dogs get the love and care to help them be healthy, happy, and well-rounded. Many families from the Naperville and Aurora areas choose us for our safe, loving environment. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Aurora Fox Valley, you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re having a great day with their friends in a safe and loving environment.
Serving Naperville, Aurora & the Fox Valley Area
Our Whole Dog Care approach aims to nurture and enrich your dog’s whole health and well-being – throughout their entire life. The heart of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. We also offer dog boarding, baths, grooming, market, training, and more. Conveniently located for dog parents in Aurora and the Naperville area, all with the mission to help you and your dog share the best life.
We know that dogs aren’t just LIKE family – they ARE family. As dog parents ourselves, we take great pride in treating each and every dog like they’re our own.
We’d love to welcome your dog into our Central Bark family. Explore our services or contact us today to get started.
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Very impressed with our first visit to Central Bark Aurora Fox Valley !! Mike, the owner, was very professional and nice to work with. The Groomer (I didn’t get her name) did a great job grooming my big Golden Doodle, Harley !! He was dropped off at 9 AM and picked up at noon. Perfect for my dog who is not thrilled with going to the groomer. The little picture of Harley was an added bonus! Thank you you , you have yourself a new customer !!
I took my dog Bagel here for his first ever daycare and signed up for weekly daycare when I picked him up! The staff are very informative and friendly, they even gave me a play by play of his day. I could tell he had a great time (:
From the beginning to the end, Mike and his staff member were so calm and kind. The front lobby was/is clean and quiet.
We normally board our dog at a vet clinic, but we planned a trip last minute during our daughter’s spring break and our boarding facility was booked. Fortunately, Mike had an opening for our almost 4 yr old pittie mix. I brought her in for an assessment and Mike and his staff member left a great impression – they were both so calm and warm. To our surprise, we received daily photos of our dog smiling as she played with the other dogs. We will definitely board our dog at Central Bark again as they were so accommodating with her boarding anxieties, meds and special diet. Thank you guys again for getting us in last minute and for the wonderful care.
We normally board our dog at a vet clinic, but we planned a trip last minute during our daughter’s spring break and our boarding facility was booked. Fortunately, Mike had an opening for our almost 4 yr old pittie mix. I brought her in for an assessment and Mike and his staff member left a great impression – they were both so calm and warm. To our surprise, we received daily photos of our dog smiling as she played with the other dogs. We will definitely board our dog at Central Bark again as they were so accommodating with her boarding anxieties, meds and special diet. Thank you guys again for getting us in last minute and for the wonderful care.
I’ve been taking my dog breezy (vizsla) not only for daycare but also training. Francesca is awesome at training and has breezy obeying and makes breezy use her brain both mentally and physically. I highly recommend her. Mike runs a tight ship and has one of the best daycare’s I’ve been to. To everyone who reads this you must check it out.
A huge thank you to Central bark for a fantastic grooming experience! My dog, Ryder, looks and smells absolutely amazing. The online booking process was incredibly easy, and the staff is so friendly and caring. The absolute best part is how efficient they are – no waiting around for 6 hours like at other places. If you’re looking for a reliable high-quality groomer, look no further!
We brought our puppy Milo to the puppy hour they offer on Wednesdays and he fell in love with this place. We signed Milo up for training with Francesca and could not be happier with her training skills. She has a genuine love and understanding for dogs and is awesome at what she does. My wife and I both learned a lot from her and are so happy with what she taught us and our puppy Milo. This place is absolutely spotless, has everything you could imagine, and Mike along with his team couldn’t be more welcoming to the people and dogs that visit this facility. I would highly recommend Central Bark Fox Valley to anyone. Truly a top notch experience. Thank you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dog grooming services do you offer?
We offer everything you need to keep your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable at our Salon & Spa. Our expert groomers focus on creating a calm and relaxing experience your dog can enjoy.
We offer:
- Dog baths
- Dog grooming
- Dog ear cleaning
- Dog teeth brushing
- Dog nail trims
- Dog deshed treatments
- Dog brush outs
- Dog gland expressions
- And more
Make a reservation for your dog’s grooming session
Is 5 months too old to train a puppy?
Not at all! It’s never too early or too late to begin building positive associations and using reward-based methods to teach your puppy new skills and behaviors.
Establish a training schedule now to help your puppy learn desired behaviors like walking nicely on a leash and basic cues like sit, stay, and loose-leash walking. Practicing these skills at home is critical, but it’s always a good idea to enlist the help of a professional to get a jump start teaching your puppy all the things you want them to know and set them up for success! Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your dog, including expert training and classes, so you and your puppy can learn and bond together.
Learn more about our training classes.
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What are Rest Period Enrichments?
Rest periods can be paired with fun and interactive food toys (like a frozen peanut butter Kong) to create a rest period enrichment activity for your dog.
Not only are rest period enrichments fun and mentally stimulating for your dog, but they also help build positive associations and crating skills. Hence, dogs are calmer, quieter, and more relaxed. For dogs, being comfortable in a crate is a life skill that is incredibly useful for them and their owners.
Did you know? Scientific studies have shown that licking and chewing behaviors (especially those that involve food rewards!) are self-soothing, decrease heart and respiratory rates, and even release dopamine in a dog’s brain.
Can I stay with my dog at the groomers?
You do not need to stay with your dog during their grooming appointment. Our expert groomers always aim to help your dog feel as calm and relaxed as possible during their bathing and grooming experience. If your pup is feeling a little unsure, ask our training team about ways to enrich their experience and help create positive associations by using positive reward-based training methods.
Make a reservation for your grooming session today.