Gurnee Local Blog
It’s all about the healthy, happy, whole dog.
Congratulations Kobe, March Dog of the Month!
Kobe is a 2-year-old Bernerdoodle who has been coming to CBG since Feb 2023. Kobe is a goofy guy with...
Congratulations Dezzy, June Dog of the Month!
Dezzy is a 3-year-old Manchester Terrier who has been coming to CBG since June of last year. Dezzy is a...
Congratulations Chewie, June Dog of the Month!
Chewie is a 1-year-old Yorkie who has been coming to Central Bark Gurnee since July of 2020. Chewie definitely wins...
Congratulations Ziggy, April Dog of the Month!
Ziggy is a 14-month-old Golden Doodle who has been coming to Central Bark Gurnee for the last 12 of those...
Congratulations Tucker, February Dog of the Month!
Tucker is a 3-year-old Lab who has been coming to Central Bark Gurnee since December, 2018. In some ways, Tucker...
Congratulations Fireball, December Dog of the Month!
Fireball is a 2-year-old Black Lab who has been coming to Central Bark Gurnee since September, 2019. Fireball is a...
Summer can feel like freedom for dogs: longer walks, brighter evenings, more time outside, more chances for summer fun. But...
Dog Socialization, Dog Enrichment, Dog Day Care
For a lot of pet parents, the first few daycare visits come with a quiet, nagging question: Does my dog actually...
Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Adoption, Dog Health
Have you ever looked at your pup and wondered about their ancestry? Maybe you adopted a lovable mutt from a...
Some dogs struggle the moment you grab your keys, pacing, whining, or barking because they feel scared of being alone....
Bringing home a puppy brings excitement, playful energy, and many questions about raising a happy, well-adjusted companion. New pet owners...
For many pet parents, supporting their dog’s happiness and overall wellness is a top priority. As modern life becomes busier,...
As pet owners, our dogs rely on us not just for food and shelter, but for their overall well-being, including...
For many years, it’s been widely believed that “dogs are pack animals.” Many owners have wondered: Why are dogs pack...
If your furry best friend gazes at you with soulful eyes or paces the house, you may wonder, “Is my...
This is one of the first questions many new pet parents have, and even long-time dog owners can wonder if...
Enrichment has, over the last few years, been something that pet owners have understood the importance of in a greater...
Launched over two decades ago by a passionate dog parent looking to create something better for his own furry friends,...

















