Welcome to Central Bark Grayslake! Our furry best friends hold a special place in our hearts. We understand the importance of giving them the best life possible. However, it can be tough to meet all their needs.
That’s where Central Bark comes in. We’re here to provide the love and care your dog deserves, helping them stay healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Grayslake, you can relax, knowing they’ll have a fantastic day with their friends in a safe and loving environment.
Our approach, called Whole Dog Care, focuses on nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health and well-being throughout their life. The centerpiece of our approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. But that’s not all – we also offer dog boarding, baths, grooming, a market for supplies, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog live your best lives together.
We understand that dogs aren’t just LIKE family – they ARE family. As fellow dog parents, we take pride in treating every dog as if they were our own.
Central Bark’s Enrichment Dog Day Care offers more than playtime — it nurtures your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With small playgroups based on size, temperament, and playstyle, we create a safe, structured environment where dogs build confidence, learn good manners, and enjoy healthy socialization. Our enrichment activities, routine schedules, and trained enrichment specialists provide positive interaction, exercise, and rest so your dog goes home happy, tired, and fulfilled.
Central Bark’s dog grooming salon and spa keeps your pup looking and feeling their best with personalized care. Our experienced groomers use positive handling techniques and premium products tailored to your dog’s breed, size, and comfort needs. From baths and blowouts to nail trims, teeth brushing, deshedding, and specialty add-ons, we strive to create a stress-free, comfortable grooming experience. Add a spa day to your dog day care or boarding for a fresh, clean pup at pick up.
Central Bark dog boarding provides a safe, cozy home-away-from-home where your pup can rest comfortably while you’re away. Our team offers attentive, individualized care with plenty of enrichment, affection, and routine to help your dog feel secure. Each guest enjoys a clean, comfortable sleeping space, regular potty breaks, and caring supervision from people who know dogs well. Relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and cared for like one of our own.
Central Bark’s dog training helps to build confidence, manners, and lifelong skills using force-free, positive reinforcement methods. Our dog trainers offer classes for puppies and adults, from basic obedience to more advanced skills. Training can also be integrated into our dog day care for active learning, socialization, and mental enrichment. With individualized sessions and options during day care, pups learn through play, enrichment, and structure. The result? A calmer, happier dog with better habits at home.
Central Bark’s Free Puppy Hour starts your puppy’s socialization the right way. This safe, supervised play session helps puppies build confidence, social skills, and healthy play habits during their most important developmental stage (8-16 weeks). Guided by trained enrichment specialists, puppies explore new sights, sounds, and friends while burning energy and learning healthy habits. Pet parents also get expert training tips and support. It’s a fun, stress-free way to nurture a well-rounded, confident puppy — at no cost.
Welcome to Central Bark Grayslake! Our furry best friends hold a special place in our hearts. We understand the importance of giving them the best life possible. However, it can be tough to meet all their needs.
That’s where Central Bark comes in. We’re here to provide the love and care your dog deserves, helping them stay healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you bring your dog to Central Bark Grayslake, you can relax, knowing they’ll have a fantastic day with their friends in a safe and loving environment.
Our approach, called Whole Dog Care, focuses on nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health and well-being throughout their life. The centerpiece of our approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. But that’s not all – we also offer dog boarding, baths, grooming, a market for supplies, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog live your best lives together.
We understand that dogs aren’t just LIKE family – they ARE family. As fellow dog parents, we take pride in treating every dog as if they were our own.
I’ve heard good things about Ray the owner,Michelle and Holiday at Central Bark. They run a clean operation with good prices and attention to detail.
Poor Richard of the Town Planner of Grayslake
Marcia Meyer3 months ago
We tried to take the summer off, but my little guy missed his dog and human friends at Central Bark. He loves his play time there.
Colleen Scorzo4 months ago
Manager Holiday G, front desk team, Colin, Michelle and Ashley, and ALL the highly trained handlers, uphold CB’s mission statement: To enrich each dog with mental, physical, and emotional care. How reassuring it is to drop my Boy Hunter off and know he’ll receive personalized care, lots of attention, and LOVE! Daily photos of dogs at play show the pups having a blast!
CB Grayslake offers daycare, training sessions, boarding with “suites” grooming, and pet supplies in a spotless environment. No icky smells here! Pricing is very reasonable
Thank you, CB Grayslake
…Hunter and I would be lost without you!
Heather Dorsey4 months ago
Had my dogs nails clipped. In and out in no time! 1st time here Thanks!
HoltyInc3 months ago
We have been bringing our almost 9 yr old Lab mix for about 6 weeks now and he loves it! We can see positive changes at home. Holiday is so helpful and loves the dogs. Her customer service to humans and the dogs is outstanding! We also like be the convenience of being able to have him bathed and nails trimmed monthly.
Matthew Nelson4 months ago
We boarded our 2 labradoodles with Central Bark Grayslake for 2 weeks while we went on vacation to Italy. Fonzie and Roux have been regular daycare pups and overnighters there since they have been 10 week old puppies. The staff there is AMAZING and they treat our pups with so much love and care. While we were away, they gave daily private updates and posted daily pictures on their Facebook page. Since we were gone for a long period of time, our pups stayed in the luxury accommodations, which gave them enough room to explore, stretch out, and be stress free during their stay. Knowing they were in excellent care helped us have a relaxing and worry free trip. Big shout out to Central Bark Grayslake doggie handlers Holiday, Colin, Michelle and Ashley for taking such great care of Fonzie and Roux. They even arranged a bath for the pups on their day of pick-up so they were extra soft and cuddly when we brought them home. Thanks Central Bark! So happy you are part of our Grayslake community!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer dog parties?
Central Bark locations may offer dog parties and other ways to celebrate special occasions with your pup and their friends. Party options, availability, and what’s included vary by location. Contact your local Central Bark to learn about available celebration options and start planning your dog’s special day.
What products do you sell?
Central Bark locations offer a selection of dog products that may include enrichment toys, puzzles, chews, treats, food, collars, waste bags, and other everyday dog essentials. Product selection varies by location, so contact your local Central Bark to learn what’s currently available.
Does someone stay overnight at dog boarding?
No. Central Bark locations do not have staff staying overnight with boarding dogs. After their daytime activities, dogs settle into their designated overnight spaces. Central Bark locations use monitored security systems, and your local team can explain the overnight setup and safety procedures for your dog’s stay.
How does Central Bark mentally stimulate a dog?
Central Bark provides a balanced day of play, learning, rest, and love. Dogs in Enrichment Day Care practice social skills and Group Play Skills, while additional enrichment can engage their minds through activities that encourage learning, problem-solving, exploration, and appropriate use of their senses. Optional services such as Training Tutor and One-on-One Enrichment can provide additional mental stimulation.
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