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Central Bark®
Oakdale

3115 Hadley Ave N,
Oakdale, MN 55128Get Directions

(651) 528-6974


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Welcome to Central Bark Oakdale

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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.

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Central Bark’s Enrichment Dog Day Care offers more than playtime — it nurtures your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With small playgroups based on size, temperament, and playstyle, we create a safe, structured environment where dogs build confidence, learn good manners, and enjoy healthy socialization. Our enrichment activities, routine schedules, and trained enrichment specialists provide positive interaction, exercise, and rest so your dog goes home happy, tired, and fulfilled.

Enrichment Dog Day Care

Grooming

Grooming

Central Bark’s dog grooming salon and spa keeps your pup looking and feeling their best with personalized care. Our experienced groomers use positive handling techniques and premium products tailored to your dog’s breed, size, and comfort needs. From baths and blowouts to nail trims, teeth brushing, deshedding, and specialty add-ons, we strive to create a stress-free, comfortable grooming experience. Add a spa day to your dog day care or boarding for a fresh, clean pup at pick up.

Grooming

Boarding

Boarding

Central Bark dog boarding provides a safe, cozy home-away-from-home where your pup can rest comfortably while you’re away. Our team offers attentive, individualized care with plenty of enrichment, affection, and routine to help your dog feel secure. Each guest enjoys a clean, comfortable sleeping space, regular potty breaks, and caring supervision from people who know dogs well. Relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and cared for like one of our own.

Boarding

Training

Training

Central Bark’s dog training helps to build confidence, manners, and lifelong skills using force-free, positive reinforcement methods. Our dog trainers offer classes for puppies and adults, from basic obedience to more advanced skills. Training can also be integrated into our dog day care for active learning, socialization, and mental enrichment. With individualized sessions and options during day care, pups learn through play, enrichment, and structure. The result? A calmer, happier dog with better habits at home.

Training

FREE Puppy Hour

FREE Puppy Hour

Central Bark’s Free Puppy Hour starts your puppy’s socialization the right way. This safe, supervised play session helps puppies build confidence, social skills, and healthy play habits during their most important developmental stage (8-16 weeks). Guided by trained enrichment specialists, puppies explore new sights, sounds, and friends while burning energy and learning healthy habits. Pet parents also get expert training tips and support. It’s a fun, stress-free way to nurture a well-rounded, confident puppy — at no cost.

FREE Puppy Hour

Dog Day Care in Oakdale | Central Bark

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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.

Dog of the Month

Happy Birthday and Welcome to the club!

Olive is a super sweet cattle dog mix who loves treats! She has been friendly to all dogs and people….

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Dog of the Month

Congratulations to the moon goddess Luna!

She is our Enrichment Dog Day Care – Dog of the Month for April 2023 in Oakdale Minnesota. She’s affectionate,…

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Dog of the Month

Congratulations to Cooper!

This guy is one big beautiful chocolate lab who has been coming to enrichment doggy day care since we opened….

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Central Bark Oakdale, MN Grand Open Celebration

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Central Bark Oakdale, MN Grand Opening Celebration

You are Cordially Invited to Central Bark Oakdale’s Grand Opening Celebration! Free event. Open to the public. *All dogs must…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do dogs do at dog day care?

Enrichment Day Care at Central Bark includes a balanced routine of supervised play, Group Play Skills, scheduled rest periods, relaxing enrichment, and opportunities for learning and fun. Each dog’s experience is shaped around their individual needs so they can enjoy an engaging day with healthy periods of activity and recovery.

How often should my dog be professionally groomed?

Grooming frequency depends on your dog’s breed, coat type, coat length and condition, skin, lifestyle, and the services they need. Some dogs benefit from more frequent brushing, bathing, or coat maintenance, while others need professional grooming less often. A Central Bark groomer can help recommend a schedule based on your individual dog’s needs to help keep them clean, healthy, and comfortable.

Can a shy, anxious, senior, or lower-energy dog attend dog day care?

Day care can be a good experience for many different dogs, but the right approach depends on the individual. Central Bark considers factors such as personality, confidence, age, energy level, play style, and comfort in different experiences. Our enrollment and assessment process helps the team determine whether day care is appropriate and how to set each dog up for success.

How are staff trained and what behavior management tools do they use in a playgroup?

Enrichment Specialists are trained to identify and interpret dog body language and help dogs practice safe social skills during play periods. They use positive reward-based techniques, including treats and Group Play Skills such as name recall, to reinforce desired behaviors, redirect dogs when needed, and help keep play safe and fun.

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