About Central Bark Franklin
Allen and Christy are the owners of the New Berlin, Madison, and Franklin Central Bark stores. They both have such a passion for animals and especially dogs. They have two sons Kai and Kane, 3 dogs and 2 cats. They have taken their passion and turned it into a career by owning their own Central Bark stores. Christy has previously worked in retail loan maintenance and Allen is currently a police fleet supervisor, with their expertise in these areas of finance and management they will help make Central Bark New Berlin and Central Bark Madison all it can be! They both strive to make Central Bark a place to talk about and have the parents and their pets leave with a smile on their faces each and every day!
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
Ghandi
Meet The Team
Ailey
Store Manager
Ailey began working at Central Bark Franklin as a dog handler in July 2023, then quickly climbed the ranks becoming our Store Manager in March of 2026. Central Bark is her favorite place to be because she loves working with the pups. She finds them smart, silly and enjoys getting to know each one! Ailey doesn’t currently have any pets but would love to get a Golden Retriever someday. In her free time, she enjoys going to concerts and painting pottery.
Makenna
Assistant Manager
Hello, my name is Makenna. I have been working at Central Bark since July of 2023. I love getting to know all of your pups and learning their unique personalities. I have two dogs, Scooby and Milo. I also have a cat named Mowgli. My favorite dog breed is beagles, but I might be biased since I own two. I have been an animal lover since I was young, and this is the perfect fit for me. In my free time I enjoy reading and painting pottery!
Megan
District Manager
Megan has been working her way up with the Central Bark family since 2011. Megan has demonstrated her leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and genuine love for the dogs, which lead her to begin a management position at Central Bark New Berlin in 2014. In 2018, Megan started overseeing the Central Bark Madison location. In 2022, Megan started to oversee operations at the Central Bark Franklin location as well, making her our District Manager.
Laura
Master Certified Dog & Cat Groomer
Laura started grooming at a young age as a JR AKC Handler and received a Master Dog & Cat Grooming certificate. She has been grooming in the industry for 3 decades. Safety is her first priority in grooming. Laura has trained 3 therapy dogs. She also has cats of her own. She has an OSHA certification and an associate’s degree in medical assisting. Her specialties include pets with special needs, aging pets and education.
Callie
Professional Trainer
Callie started her career at the Wisconsin Humane Society and earned her degree in Animal Behavior from Carroll University. Now a CPDT-KA certified trainer, she brings expert guidance, real-world experience, and a passion for helping dogs succeed in both group classes and private training. We’re thrilled to have her growing with Central Bark!
Awards & Achievements
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Central Bark® Certified
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Our Family Photo Album
I also really like the retail space here, and the services they offer. I’ve been able to get Ace’s nails trimmed here a few times before pickup which I really appreciate- and they’re the only ones who have been able to do it without him getting nervous!
I appreciate Central Bark Franklin and all that you guys do! Thank you Central Bark team!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We love to celebrate our dog friends’ birthdays. You can rent space in our facility to celebrate, then bring in your treats and decorations. Or you can have us plan and run your entire event.
Contact us to schedule your dog’s party!
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
We have a team of very qualified individuals here at Central Bark®, including managers who are certified in Canine First Aid and CPR.
While the Training Tutor, One-on-One Enrichment, and Rest Period Enrichment services are provided by our staff during your dog’s day care visit, Central Bark Fort Lauderdale also partners with Sue of We Love Dogs! to host group training classes. These classes are designed to help you and your dog refine skills together in a supportive environment. You can call the provided number to learn more about class schedules.
Central Bark Whole Dog Care
Our whole dog care approach offers a full range of fun and personalized products and services. The aim is to promote your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional health and happiness throughout their entire life.
Let’s get started
- Click Request Appointment
- Register Online
- We will contact you and schedule your first visit