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Congratulations Coco Blu, April’s Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Coco Blu, April’s Dog of the Month!

Coco is a 13 month old beagle mix who has been coming to the Bark since June of last year. ...

Congratulations Lulu, March Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Lulu, March Dog of the Month!

Lulu, an almost 2 year old lab mix, is our March Dog of the Month!  Lulu has been with the...

Congratulations Rookie

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Rookie

Congratulations Rookie, January Dog of the Month! Rookie is an 8 year old Rottweiler mix who has been coming to...

Congratulations to Yoda, our December Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations to Yoda, our December Dog of the Month!

Yoda is a 5 year old German Shepherd that has been coming to the Bark since August of last year. ...

Congratulations Gloria

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Gloria

Congratulations Gloria, our November Dog of the Month!  Gloria is a 7 year old “All American Mutt” who has been...

Congratulations Stella

Dog of the Month, News

Congratulations Stella

Congratulations Stella, October Dog of the Month! Stella is a 10 month old Boxer who has been coming to the...

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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 Ownership, Dog Enrichment

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

What your dog really wants for the holidays…

Dog Training

It’s that time of year!  Traffic jams in packed parking lots, lists of gifts to purchase, gathering ingredients to cook...

National Senior Pet Month

Dog Enrichment, Dog Training, Dog Health

Just a couple of months ago I was visiting the vet clinic for a routine exam for Karma, my 8-year-old...

Halloween Tips

Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Health

Monsters and Zombies and Ghouls, Oh My!  Fall is finally here!  Who can resist the fun scarves, warm campfires, and...

Dog Adoption Tips

Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Adoption

October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!  Here are some tips for what to do before adopting a dog!...

Traveling Without Your Dog

Dog Ownership, Dog Enrichment, Dog Day Care, Dog Health

Planning a vacation and worried about leaving your dog home? Will they be sad?  Will they be lonely?  Well, it...

Central Bark York Grand Opening

Central Bark

Central Bark York recently celebrated the store’s grand opening on Saturday, and the owners said they are excited to open the...

National Service Dog Month

Dog Education

September is National Service Dog Month!  A national celebration and way to honor all of the incredibly hard-working dogs who...

Favorite Fresh Foods for Your Dog

Dog Enrichment, Dog Health

We all know that eating fresh fruits and vegetables are part of maintaining a healthy, balanced diet and are loaded...

American Working Dogs

Dog Ownership, Dog Education

First celebrated in 1882, Labor Day is the yearly national celebration of the contributions that workers have made to the...

National Check the Chip Day is August 15th

Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety

Is your dog or cat microchipped?  When was the last time you updated their microchip information?  Today is National Check...

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