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Congratulations Heidi & Comet!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Heidi & Comet!

Meet Heidi and Comet! Heidi is a beautiful 5 year old German Shepherd that has been coming to Central Bark...

Congratulations Yankee!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Yankee!

Meet Yankee! Yankee is a very handsome pitbull that has been playing at Central Bark for four years! His shiny...

Congratulations Cooper & Josie!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Cooper & Josie!

Meet Cooper and Josie! Cooper is four and Josie is almost one. This dynamic duo began coming to Central Bark...

Congratulations Hurley!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Hurley!

Hurley is a gorgeous four year old black hound/lab mix that has been coming to Central Bark since November 2011....

Congratulations Cleo!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Cleo!

Meet Cleo! Cleo is a lovely four year old pitbull mix who has been coming to Central Bark since December...

Congratulations Tate, Sadie & Annie!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Tate, Sadie & Annie!

Our June dog(s) of the month is a trio of siblings….Tate, a seven year old Border collie, Sadie, an 8...

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Bringing Home a New Puppy

Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dog Training

As humans, we are constantly learning new things. New skills, new information, and practicing new behaviors. From learning to play...

Patriotic Pup Snack

Dog Health

Your pup may not enjoy fireworks, but there’s no reason they can’t enjoy a special 4th of July treat just...

Inside Summer Fun

Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Enrichment, Dog Safety

Yes, playing outside is fun and is one of the best parts of summer! But sometimes, between the mosquitoes, the...

Hot Weather Safety

Dog Safety, Dog Health

Now that summer is in full swing, the hot weather is here to stay for the foreseeable future. With the...

Fireworks and Fearful Dogs

Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Dog Health

Many large celebrations and firework displays have been taken off the schedule this year in response to the pandemic the...

Dog Tricks for Stress Relief

Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Behavior

The pandemic has had a major effect on the lives of many, myself included.  And while I am very much...

Keeping Your Memorial Day Celebrations Dog Safe

Dog Safety, Dog Health

While you may not be celebrating Memorial Day at a parade, here are four tips for keeping your dog safe...

Setting Your Dog Up for Separation and Confinement Success

Dog Health, Dog Enrichment, Dog Behavior, Dog Ownership

One of the greatest joys of sharing your life with a dog is their observable delight when you come home....

Puppies Don’t Know the Word Pandemic: A guide to socializing your puppy during the pandemic

Dog Socialization, Puppies, Dog Behavior, Dog Enrichment, Dog Training, Dog Health

Puppy and Pandemic.  Two words that are at odds with one another and create two very different pictures of daily...

My Dog is my Valentine: 7 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Dog

Dog Ownership, Dog Enrichment

Every year there’s a new Valentine’s Day movie that draws our attention to the relationships people have, or don’t have,...

Holiday Kong Recipe

Dog Enrichment

In your dog’s toy bin you probably have a Kong Classic or two. You’ve probably filled them with peanut butter...

DIY Stocking Stuffers for Your Dog!

Dog Enrichment, Dog Ownership

Everyone loves presents, including your dog! If you’re like me, you want to treat them to something special this holiday...

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