Dog of the Month

Our monthly favorite dog

Congratulations Giles, November Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month, News

Giles is an almost 2 year old Bernese Mountain Dog that has been coming to the Bark since April of...

Congratulations Shadow, October Dog of the Month

Dog of the Month, News

Shadow is a one and a half year old German Shepherd. He has been coming to the Bark since September...

Congratulations Roxie, September Dog of the Month

Dog of the Month, News

Roxie is a 9 year old Catahoula. She has been coming to the Bark since April of 2014. Roxie loves...

Congratulations Katie, July Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month, News

Katie is a 5 year old who we think is a Lab/Australian Shepherd.   She has been coming to the Bark...

Congratulations Oakley, June Dog of the Month

Dog of the Month, News

Oakley is a 15 month old Huskie mix who has been coming to the Bark since August of last year....

Congratulations to Maggie, our May Dog of the Month

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations to Maggie, our May Dog of the Month!  Maggie is a 4 year old Boxer mix who has been...

Central Bark USA Blog

Bringing Home a New Puppy

Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dog Training

The Power of Relaxation

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

Patriotic Pup Snack

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

Inside Summer Fun

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

Hot Weather Safety

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

Fireworks and Fearful Dogs

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

Dog Tricks for Stress Relief

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

Keeping Your Memorial Day Celebrations Dog Safe

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

Setting Your Dog Up for Separation and Confinement Success

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

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

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

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

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

Holiday Kong Recipe

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

DIY Stocking Stuffers for Your Dog!

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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