Enrichment Dog Day Care
Your Local Central Bark
Central Bark®
Oakdale
3115 Hadley Ave N,
Oakdale, MN 55128Get Directions
Open Today 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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The bond we share with our furry best friends is unparalleled. Our love for our dogs drives us to provide them with the best possible life. However, meeting all their needs can be challenging. That’s why families rely on Central Bark Oakdale, where dogs receive love and care.
When you entrust your dog to Central Bark Oakdale, you can rest assured that they’re enjoying a fantastic day with their friends.
Our comprehensive whole dog care approach is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program.
Additionally, we provide services such as dog boarding, dog grooming, market, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog share the best life possible.
We proudly serve the east metro suburbs of Ramsey and Washington Counties, encompassing Oakdale, Woodbury, Maplewood, North Saint Paul, White Bear Lake, and Lake Elmo.
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FREE Puppy Hour
The bond we share with our furry best friends is unparalleled. Our love for our dogs drives us to provide them with the best possible life. However, meeting all their needs can be challenging. That’s why families rely on Central Bark Oakdale, where dogs receive love and care.
When you entrust your dog to Central Bark Oakdale, you can rest assured that they’re enjoying a fantastic day with their friends.
Our comprehensive whole dog care approach is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program.
Additionally, we provide services such as dog boarding, dog grooming, market, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog share the best life possible.
We proudly serve the east metro suburbs of Ramsey and Washington Counties, encompassing Oakdale, Woodbury, Maplewood, North Saint Paul, White Bear Lake, and Lake Elmo.
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We had such a positive experience with Central Bark through their free Saturday puppy socialization classes! We brought our puppy, Parker, every weekend, and it was an incredible way for him to learn appropriate play and build confidence.
The owners and staff were truly amazing! Very welcoming, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about dog behavior. They carefully supervised the different size and play groups, making sure every puppy was safe, supported, and having fun. It was clear how much they genuinely care about the dogs in their care.
Parker absolutely loved it! While we started out coming for puppy socialization, we would happily consider using their daycare or boarding in the future when the need comes up! We highly recommend Central Bark to anyone looking for dog care!
The owners and staff were truly amazing! Very welcoming, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about dog behavior. They carefully supervised the different size and play groups, making sure every puppy was safe, supported, and having fun. It was clear how much they genuinely care about the dogs in their care.
Parker absolutely loved it! While we started out coming for puppy socialization, we would happily consider using their daycare or boarding in the future when the need comes up! We highly recommend Central Bark to anyone looking for dog care!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Torque’s recent groom with Rawley at Central Bark Oakdale. Torque looks absolutely incredible, and this is genuinely the first time in a very long time that I’ve been completely happy with his groom. The attention to detail, the quality of the work, and the overall care he received truly stood out. His coat is clean, well-shaped, and so well maintained—you can tell real care and skill went into every detail.
Torque was extremely nervous at drop-off, which always makes me nervous as an owner, but Rawley was so patient, calm, and understanding with him. By the time I picked him up, he was a completely different dog—happy, comfortable, and relaxed. He even gave Rawley a kiss goodbye, which says everything about the trust and bond Rawley was able to build with him.
He didn’t just look good, he felt good, and that means the world to me. It’s clear that Rawley truly cares about the dogs he works with and treats them with kindness and respect, especially those who may be nervous.
We will absolutely be requesting Rawley for all future grooms and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a groomer who goes above and beyond—not just in appearance, but in the overall experience. 🐾🎄✨
Torque was extremely nervous at drop-off, which always makes me nervous as an owner, but Rawley was so patient, calm, and understanding with him. By the time I picked him up, he was a completely different dog—happy, comfortable, and relaxed. He even gave Rawley a kiss goodbye, which says everything about the trust and bond Rawley was able to build with him.
He didn’t just look good, he felt good, and that means the world to me. It’s clear that Rawley truly cares about the dogs he works with and treats them with kindness and respect, especially those who may be nervous.
We will absolutely be requesting Rawley for all future grooms and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a groomer who goes above and beyond—not just in appearance, but in the overall experience. 🐾🎄✨
Great experience at Central Bark. Very friendly, caring and knowledgeable staff. Will definitely be back!
FREE puppy socialization hour every Saturday! Great place for your pup to meet other dogs and learn how to behave appropriately. Multiple areas depending on your dog’s size and activity level; each area is well staffed and monitored.
The staff and owners are great! Very friendly, professional and helpful. We come for puppy hour currently and it’s been so great for our puppy. Definitely recommend!
Fantastic Service & Staff! Take It From My Buddie & Me!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dog shampoo?
Choosing the right dog shampoo can give your dog a shiny coat, less itching, and irritation, for a happy, clean-smelling dog. The best option for your dog will depend on its skin type and breed.
Every item in our Central Bark® Market is specially selected to enhance your dog’s physical health for maximum happiness and comfort. We can help you choose from our selection of high-quality dog shampoo food to develop and maintain healthy skin and coat.
Call (651) 528-6974 or visit our Market today!
How are staff trained and what behavior management tools do they use in a playgroup?
Our staff is trained in dog body language and positive playgroup management techniques so they can respond proactively to help avoid issues between dogs. These tools include praise, treats, and work on important Group Play Skills daily like name recall, group sits, and going calmly in and out of doorways and gates. If a dog ever becomes overstimulated during play (just like kids do on the playground sometimes) we use these practiced skills to help redirect dogs into more desired behaviors (like coming to us and offering a sit for a treat) which gives the dog a chance to reset and calm down. When needed, we also utilize play breaks (a short rest in an individual crate) or in-group leash walks if a dog needs a little more help to bring their energy levels back down.
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 a puppy be boarded?
Yes. We offer sleepovers to puppies and dogs enrolled in our Enrichment Day Care. 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 complimentary with your sleepover stay.