Central Bark Gurnee
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Welcome to Central Bark Gurnee
The unique bond we share with our furry friends is irreplaceable. We cherish our dogs and aspire to provide them with the best life. Yet, fulfilling all their needs can be challenging. That’s where Central Bark comes in. Families trust us to provide the love and care that ensures their dogs are healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you choose Central Bark Gurnee for your dog, you can relax knowing they are enjoying a fantastic day with their friends in a secure and affectionate environment.
Our Whole Dog Care approach is dedicated to enhancing your dog’s overall health and well-being throughout their lifetime. At its core is our Enrichment Doggy Day Care program. Additionally, we offer services such as dog boarding, grooming, training, and more, all with the mission of enhancing your and your dog’s quality of life. As fellow dog parents, we take immense pride in treating each dog as if they were our own.
Central Bark
Gurnee
3880 Grove Ave,
Gurnee, IL 60031Get Directions
(847) 672-6188
Open Today 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Nancy M. Best place ever.. Fireball loves going there..everyone is amazing there!! We highly recommend Central Bark Gurnee!!
Central Bark® Whole Dog Care
Our comprehensive Whole Dog Care approach encompasses a wide array of personalized products and services designed to enhance your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being throughout their entire life.
Enrichment Doggy Day Care
At our core, our mission revolves around enriching your dog’s life with tailored daily activities.
Salon & Spa
Treat your cherished pet to grooming sessions and delightful experiences, thoughtfully designed to ignite their happiness.
Sleepovers
Offer your dog a tranquil and snug haven through our Sleepover service, ensuring a restful stay.
Market
Discover our range of dog essentials, encompassing food, treats, toys, and more, all dedicated to your dog’s well-being.
Training & Enrichment
Strengthen your connection with your dog through constructive training and engaging activities that impart essential skills.
Insurance
Stay equipped with personalized coverage, bringing peace of mind and aiding in addressing your dog’s veterinary requirements.
How to get started
- Click Request Appointment
- Register Online
- We’ll contact you to help
schedule your first visit
Why do dogs LOVE
Central Bark?
- It’s all about them – Every dog is unique, and we tailor each day to suit their individual needs and preferences.
- Whole well-being and happiness – They receive personalized attention, physical activity, and the rest they require to ensure their health, happiness, and good behavior at home and in the community.
- We understand dogs – Our staff are experts in all things dog, trained in our science-based positive reinforcement approach.
- Safety and cleanliness – Your dog’s safety and well-being are our top priorities. Our rigorous safety measures and cleaning protocols ensure your dog’s health and security every day they spend with us.
- Trusted, loving care – For over 20 years, families have relied on Central Bark to enrich their dogs’ lives with a perfect blend of personalized attention, play, exercise, socialization, training, relaxation, and affection.
- A lifelong bond – It’s incredible how a day apart can strengthen your bond! Your dog will return home happy and healthy, and you won’t need to worry about them being alone at home.
Doggy Day Care. Reimagined.
Central Bark’s Enrichment Day Care elevates the standard of dog day care. It merges our top-tier experience with the most recent insights in dog behavior science and positive dog training methods. Your dog can relish a day that’s customized for their enjoyment and well-being, providing the right balance of play, mental and physical stimulation, social interaction, training, relaxation, and affection to keep them healthy, content, and all-around balanced.
Flexible Playgroups
Small and large playgroup options allow us to match better your dog’s personality, needs, and preferences with the social atmosphere and amount of play they can enjoy and benefit from most.
Group Play Skills
Group Play Skills are a fun and rewarding way for dogs to practice important skills like name recall, and behaviors like group sit and calmly going in and out of doors and gates.
Rest Period Enrichment
Rest Period Enrichment sessions help dogs achieve a healthy balance. They can relax and recharge in their own private space with calming enrichment toys and healthy foods tailored to their preferences and diet.
Enrichment Sessions
Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give the extra attention dogs love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games.
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 smart, happy pup. He loves daycare, but with consistent training/reinforcement by us and his mom, Dezzy can rein in his excitement and wait patiently at the door or on the […]
XOXO,
Central Bark Gurnee
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to potty train a puppy?
When potty training your pup, consistency is key. It’s crucial to establish a routine, practice positive reinforcement, supervise your puppy (especially when potty training), and avoiding punishing your puppy when mistakes happen.
Potty training a puppy to eliminate outside can take just a few weeks or several months. But it will go more quickly if your training routine is consistent, and you’re consistent about taking your puppy outside every few hours.
Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your puppy. We offer expert training and classes so you and your puppy can learn and bond together.
Learn more about our training classes
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips
Are the facilities well equipped with toys?
Central Bark® has plenty of tennis balls and toys for everyone. The dogs could ask for nothing more!
How long does dog training take?
The timeline for learning new behaviors and skills is as unique as every dog! Because each dog is an individual, with different learning histories, breed genetics, and preferences in reinforcers like treats and toys, there is no way to say for sure how long training will take. It’s also important to consider how much time each family has for daily training practice.
Whether you’re crate training, leash walking, or potty training your pup, consistency is key. It’s crucial to establish a routine, practice positive reinforcement, supervise your puppy (especially when potty training), and avoid punishing your puppy when mistakes happen.
Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your dog, with expert training and classes so you and your pup can learn and bond together.
Learn more about our training classes
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips
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.
