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
Our Family Photo Album
Frequently Asked Questions
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 or visit our Market today!
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.
Nope! We got you covered! Most dogs will not need any bedding for a single day of day care. If your dog is boarding with us, see our Sleepover Guidelines. As far as treats and toys, we have plenty! Please ask about which toy and treat products are available.
We offer everything you need to keep your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable at our Salon & Spa. Our expert groomers focus on creating a calm and relaxing experience your dog can enjoy.
We offer:
- Dog baths
- Dog grooming
- Dog ear cleaning
- Dog teeth brushing
- Dog nail trims
- Dog deshed treatments
- Dog brush outs
- Dog gland expressions
- And more
Make a reservation for your dog’s grooming session
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.
