About Central Bark Oakdale
Angie was born and raised in Minneapolis, while Chris is originally from Milwaukee.
In 1999 Chris moved to Saint Paul (with his boxer Arlo) to take a job as a sales rep for a building materials wholesaler, which he still does to this day. Angie graduated from Southwest High, then the U of M, then became a commercial property manager eventually running the fifth tallest skyscraper in Minneapolis.
We met in an acting class, which we both took for fun and exploration, in 2002, and married a year later in 2003! We lived in Saint Paul until ‘after the events’ of 2020 when we decided to move to Woodbury. During this transition we decided to invest our time, savings and business experience going forward in life in a new direction that we are both more passionate about (instead of working for corporations) and that is our love of animals, in particular our love of dogs.
That’s when we found the Central Bark franchise; which mirrors our core values of passion, compassion, integrity and respect – for all people and all animals. Like so many, we grew up with pets our whole lives, and have had cats and dogs our entire marriage. After Arlo came another boxer named Baxter. After Baxter came our current puppy Daisy, a high energy ‘bugg’ (boston terrier-pug). Our cats Pooh and Domino have passed.
Outside of work, in recent years Angie has spent time volunteering for MN Boxer Rescue and Meals on Wheels, while Chris has been an unpaid political activist on the side. We are super excited to launch our Whole Dog Care business in the east metro because we will get to meet and bond with owners and pets for years to come and provide Enrichment to both to make their lives Healthy, Happy, and Whole! These aren’t just tag-lines, they are truths, and our dreams coming true.
“We welcome you to join our Central Bark family.”
Angie & Chris Holbrook, Central Bark Oakdale Franchisees
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Frequently Asked Questions
We are happy to accommodate your dog’s feeding schedule as part of their “Rest Period Enrichments.” Simply bring their food in pre-portioned containers with clear instructions. Our trained staff will ensure your dog receives their meal in a private, quiet space. We are also experienced in handling a variety of specific needs, including day care for dogs with allergies and medication administration, though additional fees may apply.
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.
After decades of experience, we know that reward-based training is the most humane and effective way to train dogs and address unwanted behaviors. With reward-based training, you can build a loving, trusting bond that enhances your relationship with your dog for a lifetime of happiness.
Positive reward-based techniques help puppies and dogs develop essential life skills and behaviors that will enrich their lives at home and day care. These methods set dogs up to succeed and reward them for performing desired behaviors. Rewards are tailored to the dog’s preferences and include food treats, time to play with a favorite toy, or verbal praise.
Learn more about our training classes.
Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips.
The cost of your party depends on what you need to celebrate your occasion. You can rent space in our facility to celebrate, then bring in your treats and decorations. Or you can have us plan and run your entire event, complete with a special treat, party favors, hats, decorations, and more.
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Central Bark Whole Dog Care
Our whole dog care approach in Oakdale 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.
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