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Welcome To Central Bark New Berlin – Dog Day Care Services

As a devoted dog parent, the special connection you have with your beloved furry friend is truly extraordinary. Your steadfast commitment to their well-being, even in the face of challenges, is unmatched. This is where Central Bark New Berlin steps in, extending a supportive paw to ensure the best for your cherished canine companion. Count on us to provide top-tier care, ensuring their joy, health, and overall contentment.

When you bring your canine companion to Central Bark in New Berlin, WI, you can experience tranquility. Here, they will enjoy quality time with their furry pals in a secure and nurturing environment. We take immense pride in serving the New Berlin community.

Moreover, our holistic approach to your dog’s well-being prioritizes their health and happiness. We call it “Enrichment Dog Day Care.” Additionally, we offer a range of services, including dog boarding, grooming, training, and more, all crafted to ensure that you and your four-legged friend lead your best lives together.

Recognizing that your dog is an integral part of your family, we, as fellow dog parents, treat each dog as if they were our own. Rest assured that your furry friend will receive nothing less than exceptional care here!

Central Bark
New Berlin

16700 W. Victor Rd,
New Berlin, WI 53151Get Directions

(262) 785-0444

Fax: (262) 785-0464

Closed 9:30 AM or 6:30 PM (By Appointment)

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Amanda H.
The New Berlin Central Bark has awesome staff that have a passion for their jobs. Our Bassett hound loves going and we enjoy seeing the fun she has from the pictures and videos their staff captures. From grooming, overnight stays and holiday parties-the New Berlin Central Bark offers more options [...]
Shari F.
Jax loves visiting and playing with his puppy buddies at Central Bark Doggy Day Care New Berlin. Megan and all the staff are absolutely wonderful, drop off and pick up is quick and easy, and when Jax forgets to take a break & rest, they will remind him! We know [...]
Pat H.
Louie has been coming to Central Bark for almost two years, since he was 4-mos, and LOVES it! He enjoys the play and rest times, and the attention of the staff. We are happy to have the knowledge and experience of the caring staff. They seem to know each dog [...]
Sara C.
Meeko has been attending for 3 months now and absolutely loves it! The staff is top notch and truly care about your pet. The facilities are wonderful and this location has a great outdoor play space. Also each day they post photos to see what your dog is up to. [...]
Melissa D.
I highly recommend Central Bark! My dog ADORES all of the staff; they are all so wonderful. Day care is her favorite place to go. There’s no other business I’d trust to care for my dog like I trust Central Bark! Thank you CB-NB!
Amanda M.
I was very scared to bring my little boy to daycare because I didn't know how he would do in such a new and different environment. On a busy week when my boyfriend was out of town, I thought it was the right time to give Central Bark a try. [...]
Kevin O.
I love taking my golden border collie Tucker to Central Bark. He loves all the staff and never wants to leave at the end of the day since he had so much fun. Thanks girls you are the best.
Ann H.
My dog has been going to Central Bark in New Berlin for over 10 years and continues to love his time there. Thank you Thank you for your help yesterday with Ace! Much Appreciated! Your team goes above and beyond to help your clients!!! Thank you!
Sara M.
My dog has been going to Central Bark for 6 years since I adopted her at 5 months old. Not only does she have fun playing with the other dogs, I feel the socialization with different people has really helped make her the friendly, adaptable, well-behaved dog that she is. [...]
Dennis M.
Even though I own a grooming shop traveling to downtown Milwaukee from Muskego was not a good option anymore for my senior dog. We started using CBNB this summer for Koby’s grooming and they are amazing! Erin is so sincerely caring and compassionate and does a fantastic job! Everyone at [...]

Central Bark® Whole Dog Care

At Central Bark New Berlin, we’re dedicated to providing the utmost care for your four-legged friend. Our commitment remains steadfast in delivering top-notch care for your canine companion. With our Whole Dog Care approach, we prioritize your furry friend’s overall well-being, encompassing their physical, mental, and emotional health. Discover our customized services designed to enhance your dog’s quality of life and make every moment more enjoyable!

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Our aim is to enrich your dog’s daily life through tailor-made activities, injecting an extra dose of excitement into each day.

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Indulge your beloved furry friend with meticulously crafted grooming sessions and delightful interactions.

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With our Dog Boarding service, provide your dog with a serene and cozy hideaway, ensuring a peaceful and restful stay.

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Discover an exclusive range of essential dog products, encompassing food, treats, toys, and more.

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Deepen your connection with your dog by participating in constructive training and captivating activities that instill vital skills.

How to get started

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Why do dogs LOVE
Central Bark?


At Central Bark New Berlin, we comprehend the desires and necessities of dogs, and that’s precisely why they adore us! Here are some of the reasons why:

  • Tailored Experiences: Ensure your dog enjoys individually crafted days that cater to their specific needs and preferences.
  • Complete Well-Being: Prioritize your dog’s overall health, happiness, and positive behavior through our commitment to personalized care, tailored activities, and adequate rest, both at home and within the community.
  • Canine Communication: Benefit from our highly trained team that utilizes a science-based, positive reinforcement approach to effectively comprehend and interact with dogs.
  • Safety and Cleanliness: Rest easy knowing we prioritize the highest standards of safety and hygiene, implementing rigorous protocols and maintaining thorough cleaning routines.
  • Trusted Affectionate Care: For two decades, Central Bark has offered dogs a blend of attention, play, exercise, socialization, training, relaxation, and affection.
  • Lasting Bonds: Experience the remarkable connections that a day at Central Bark can nurture! Your dog will return home content and in excellent health, easing any concerns about leaving them alone.

Dog Day Care. Reimagined.

Our Enrichment Dog Day Care surpasses traditional notions by integrating cutting-edge insights from dog behavior science and positive training methods. Treat your furry friend to a customized day of joy, encompassing play, stimulation, socializing, training, relaxation, and affection. This ensures your dog’s holistic well-being, happiness, and overall growth.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best puppy food?

Puppies have unique nutritional needs that require specially formulated food to keep them healthy and happy as they grow. The best food for your puppy will depend on their dietary needs, breed, and personal preferences.

Every item in our Central Bark® Market is specially selected to enhance your puppy’s physical health and nutrition, and provide enrichment, happiness, and comfort. We can help you choose from our selection of healthy and nutritious food to help your puppy develop so they can enjoy a long and happy life with your family.

Call or visit our Market today!

What is dog boarding?

Dog boarding gives your dog a safe and comfortable place to spend the night when they can’t be home overnight. It can last for just one night or for a week or more at a time.

At Central Bark®, we offer Sleepovers to dogs enrolled in our Enrichment Day Care Program. Sleepovers at Central Bark® provide 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 (available at participating locations) 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. 

Learn more about sleepovers at Central Bark.

Is there a schedule of activities and safety rules?

Yes. Our day is broken up into areas of play, rest, feeding and more. And we always keep a watchful eye on canine good manners.

How to choose the best day care for your dog

Selecting the right doggy day care is an important decision for you and your family. You want to make sure you find the right fit for your dog and your family’s needs. Follow these tips to find the perfect place for your pup! 

Tour the day care center before leaving your dog there. We recommend visiting several centers in your area before making a final decision.

While you’re there, ask yourself:

  • Is the play space clean, odor-free, comfortable, and safe for the center’s stated capacity? 
  • Pay attention to how the management and staff treat you, your dog, and the dogs in their care. Are they mature, knowledgeable, courteous, professional, and patient at all times? 
  • Note how the dogs respond to the staff – do they seem happy, relaxed, and excited? How do staff members greet and treat each dog?
  • How do other dogs act during your visit – relaxed, happy, stressed, scared, or out of control?
  • Is there a great deal of noise? 
  • Does the facility seem well organized and equipped with essential tools and supplies? Look for access to fresh, clean water, sanitation tools, ready access to treats to reinforce good behavior in playgroups, toys, secure fencing, rubber flooring in the inside play spaces, and access to outdoor play spaces.
  • Are there enough crates for every dog on-site in case of an emergency?
  • Are the dogs ever left alone together without a staff member present?
  • Are the handlers engaged with the dogs in their care and actively working with them? Or are they sitting on the sidelines? 

Questions to ask the doggy day care provider:

  1. Will my dog get individual attention time with staff?
    Ask if staff will have time to work individually with your dog on behaviors, play with them, and give them support and love while at day care.
  2. Are there small group play options?
    Small playgroup options help ensure your dog will have a social environment that allows them the freedom and comfort to thrive based on their unique needs, preferences, and play styles. 
  3. What’s the daily schedule? Is this tailored to my dog’s unique needs and preferences?
    Dogs thrive on routine, so the center should have a clear schedule for how things run every day. A consistent program tailored to your dog’s individual needs and style will promote a healthy and happy dog. 
  4. Are there regularly scheduled playtimes and nap times throughout the day?
    Day care should offer your dog a safe and balanced day of play, learning, rest, and love so you can look forward to a happy, well-balanced dog at the end of every day. 
  5. How and where are the dogs’ given downtime to wind down from the day’s activities to help prevent exhaustion and overstimulation?
    Maintaining a healthy balance of rest and play is important for the physical, mental, and social health of dogs. Just like human athletes, rest helps dogs avoid bodily injury and provides a space for them to unwind, so they do not become over-stimulated or over-aroused during play. This creates a much safer social environment for dogs. 
  6. Are there fenced and secure outdoor play areas? 
    Safe outdoor areas are important for a healthy, fun playtime. Whether it is romping in the snow or playing in swimming pools, everyone loves recess outside!
  7. How are new dog introductions handled?
    The center should clearly outline their procedures around new dog introductions, with effective policies that encourage happy, healthy, and lasting relationships and experiences.   
  8. What training does the staff receive?
    Doggy day care staff should be professionally trained and educated in animal behavior, socialization, and obedience training to ensure every dog’s well-being.  
  9. Are the dogs supervised at all times?
    A trained staff member should ALWAYS supervise dogs.
  10. Ask about behavior management tools used at the facility while caring for the dogs. What happens if your dog does something right? What happens if your dog does something wrong?
    Staff should use positive reinforcement and reward-based techniques to develop and reinforce behaviors that will enrich dogs’ lives at home and day care. Avoid centers that use punishment or correction to manage dog’s behavior as those techniques can create negative associations and fear. Utilizing reward-based techniques and positive reinforcement, on the other hand, can help build healthy relationships and happy experiences.
  11. What provisions are there for avoiding dog scuffles?
    Ask staff how they manage the dogs in their care. What do they look for in dog-dog interactions? How do they deal with emergencies and scuffles? How do they interrupt and redirect dogs? How do they build useful playgroup skills to keep the dogs safe proactively? Pay attention to how staff redirects dogs who need additional support to stay safe and whether they respond promptly and use effective strategies in these situations.
  12. Is there an in-depth interview to determine relevant background, behavioral, and health information including confirmation of spay/neuter, proof of vaccinations, flea and tick prevention, etc.? How is this information kept up to date?
    Find out what kind of assessments and evaluations the center uses before they accept a new dog. Also, every dog’s information should be regularly updated and kept on file to prevent illness and injuries.
  13. Do they have safety, cleaning, and disinfecting policies and procedures? What are they?

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

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