
Milwaukee Downtown
Dog Boarding
Help your dogs dreams come true
It’s nice to get away, but leaving home overnight can cause stress for you and your dog. Dog Boarding at Central Bark® offer your dog a calm, relaxing night in a comfortable environment that they know. It helps reduce the stress of being away from home and gives you peace of mind knowing they’re safe and cared for.
Central Bark
Milwaukee Downtown
420 S 1st St,
Milwaukee, WI 53204Get Directions
downtownmke@centralbarkusa.com
Open Today 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Dog Boarding
for dogs enrolled in our Enrichment Dog Day Care Program
Dogs that regularly attend Enrichment Dog Day Care at Central Bark get to come for sleepovers with their friends when your family is on vacation or away overnight. Dog Boarding at Central Bark offer your dog a calm, relaxing night in a comfortable environment that they know.
A full day of Enrichment Dog Day Care is included.
Luxury Den Dog Boarding
for dogs enrolled in our Enrichment Dog Day Care Program
Plush bedding, a raised cot, and roomy open-air accommodations. Also, included are complimentary special treats and a full day of Enrichment Dog Day Care! *Restrictions apply. Space is limited.
Stay-N-Play
for occasional dog boarding guests
Our Stay-n-Play program offers boarding for dogs that are not currently enrolled in our day care program. Each overnight guest can get a restful night’s sleep, followed by a day of play, exercise, and plenty of TLC from our staff. Stay-n-Play guests sleep and play in their own designated areas.
Pricing
Dog Boarding is for dogs enrolled in our day care program and includes a full day of enrichment doggy day care with each 24-hour stay. Upgrade to a luxury den for an extra $10/night.
Service | Price |
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Dog Boarding (Member) | 65 |
Dog Boarding (Non-Member) | 70 |
Stay-n-Play For dogs not enrolled in our day care program. Each 24-hour stay includes a luxury den and one-on-one enrichment play sessions. Each dog plays in their own space to ensure the safety and comfort of all dogs. | 75 |
Day Care enrollment is required for all Dog Boarding. Sunday/holiday pick-up times: 9:15am and 6:45pm. $20 fee may apply for special drop-off or pick-up arrangements.
Read our Dog Boarding Guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! When your dog spends the night with us, we do everything we can to ensure your dog has a safe place where they can feel well-rested.
Sleepovers at Central Bark® offer your dog a calm, relaxing sleepover in a place they can feel comfortable and loved. Because they’re in a familiar place, they can feel less stressed about being away from home (and so will you). A full day of Doggy Day Care is included with your sleepover stay.
Our Stay-n-Play program offers boarding for dogs that have not enrolled in our day care program. Each overnight guest gets a restful night’s sleep, followed by a day of play, exercise, and plenty of TLC from our staff. Stay-n-Play guests sleep and play in their own designated areas.
As part of joining the Central Bark® family, our expert staff conducts a thorough behavior assessment at your local Central Bark store. These assessments help ensure that your dog is placed with a playgroup they’re comfortable with so they can play safely every day they’re with us.
This four-day evaluation, while your dog participates in our Enrichment Day Care, assesses your dog’s:
- Comfort and social skills with people
- Social skills and playstyle with other dogs to help determine the playgroup and play schedule they can benefit from the most
- Comfort in both indoor and outdoor play spaces
- Comfort in rest areas and a crate
- Ability to share resources like water and toys in social settings
- Level of comfort taking treats in social settings
This process gives us a chance to get to know you and your dog while your dog gets acquainted with their new favorite place away from home. Through the entire four days, your dog’s comfort and safety is our top priority.
Once your pup passes all the behavior assessment elements, you are welcome to sign up for any of our daycare services or a sleepover!
To schedule a Behavior Assessment for your dog, please contact your local store.
NOTE: Please bring all required signed forms, vaccination proof, and a collar and leash for your behavior assessment.
When your dog is spending the night at Central Bark®, you should make sure all required forms, including proof of vaccination, are uploaded to your online account. You can bring in copies to your scheduled sleepover. Also, bring a collar and leash, food, medication, and any comforts from home (optional).
See our Sleepover Guidelines
Central Bark® Whole Dog Care
Our whole dog care approach offers a full range of fun and personalized products and services. To promote your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional health and happiness throughout their entire life.