Philadelphia
Dog Training & Enrichment

Help your dog be the best they can be

A dog that’s well-behaved brings joy not just to itself but also to its family. Here at Central Bark® Philadelphia, our team of dog training experts employs enjoyable and positive techniques centered around rewards to assist dogs of all ages in mastering crucial life skills and behaviors.

We provide both personalized training sessions and enriching group classes to reinforce positive habits and strengthen the bond between you and your furry companion. Training lays the groundwork for good canine behavior, contributing to the development of happy, sociable, and balanced dogs.

Discover the advantages of dog training at Central Bark Philadelphia, PA:

  • Tailored Guidance: Our training sessions are customized to address the specific needs and objectives of your dog. Our skilled trainers provide personalized instruction to tackle behavior issues or teach new commands, ensuring your dog receives the individualized attention necessary for success.
  • Group Classes for Practice: Engage in our group classes to reinforce positive behaviors and promote socialization in a safe and encouraging environment. These sessions offer valuable opportunities for your furry companion to interact with other dogs and people while honing essential skills.
  • Promoting Good Citizenship: Training lays the groundwork for responsible conduct. We instill positive habits and fundamental commands in your dog, molding them into well-rounded individuals capable of navigating social situations with confidence and dignity.
  • Deepening the Bond: Our training transcends basic commands, fostering trust, effective communication, and mutual understanding between you and your dog. This fosters a loving and respectful partnership, strengthening the unique bond you share with your canine companion.

Central Bark
Philadelphia

2501 Wharton St suite f,
Philadelphia, PA 19146Get Directions

(267) 861-2275

Open Today 6:45 AM – 6:30 PM

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Teach your dog:

Discover the opportunities available for your dog through Central Bark’s offerings. We concentrate on crucial aspects:

  • Name Recognition: Ensure your dog’s safety by teaching them to respond positively when called.
  • Basic Commands: Learn essential instructions like sit, stay, down, wait, and leave-it, utilizing positive reinforcement to improve behavior.
  • Door and Gate Manners: Train your dog to enter and exit calmly upon command, fostering courteous conduct.
  • Relaxed Leash Walking: Experience enjoyable walks by teaching your dog to walk calmly on a loose leash, eliminating pulling.
  • Additional Behaviors: Address challenges such as separation anxiety, excessive barking, or destructive chewing with assistance from our dedicated trainers.

Dog Training & Enrichment Options:

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Training Tutor

Personalized one-on-one training sessions during day care visits help your dog develop important skills and behaviors like name recall, sit, stay, down, wait, leave-it, door and gate control, and loose-leash walking. Excellent for your dog and easy for you! Your dog will come home tired and well-socialized, with the training and skills they need to be a well-behaved member of your family.

Central Bark trainer with a corgi beside her at a doggy day care

One-on-One Enrichment

Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give your dog the extra attention they love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games. It’s fun and rewarding and exercise their bodies and minds and engage their senses. Add complexity with fitness and agility equipment.

Central Bark doggy day care: a white-brown dog eating out of a treat toy

Rest Period Enrichment

Your dog gets to relax and recharge in their own private space with calming interactive toys and healthy food pairings tailored to their preferences and diet. It promotes physical and mental relaxation which can help them achieve a healthy balance of play, learning, and rest. It can also help them become more comfortable in crates by building positive associations.

Pricing

Training & Enrichment Add-ons

ServicePrice
Training Tutor
One-on-one training session during your dog’s visit to practice important cues and behavior skills. Packages available.

4 Pack ($115), 8 Pack ($230), 12 Pack ($345)

For frequently asked questions click here.

You can sign up in person and fill out the form or you can sign up online with this link: https://forms.gle/BVmsk6zP3dXJWpi5A
30
ServicePrice
One-on-One Enrichment
Personalized session during your dog’s visit with interactive toys, puzzles, and games to exercise your dog’s body and mind.
15
Rest Period Enrichment
Private space with calming interactive food toy to help your dog achieve a healthy balance of activity and rest.
5

Packages available. Prepaid packages are nonrefundable. All sales are final.
If you have any concerns about food sensitivities or toys, please speak to an associate at the front desk to discuss options.

Paris P.
This place was amazing. The staff really cares and treats your animal like family. From the front desk to the groomers they were gentle and caring. The venue was spotless. more than I can say about others in the area, and Very inexpensive for their services. I will continue to [...]
Claude B.
The staff is amazing and the service outstanding. Their skill and the affection they have for all of the dogs is obvious. We have been sending our dog to Central Bark for almost eight years and it just gets better and better as they continue to improve and implement more [...]
Shawn D.
Great owner, with great morals! I would trust her with my dogs in a heart-beat! PA Friends: If you are ever in need of pet-care look no further!
Sarah V.
The staff is outstanding, friendly, and professional. They make me comfortable leaving my fur baby in their care.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dog training cost?

With a variety of training solutions available, training costs depend upon what kind of training you and your dog need. 

Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your new puppy or older dog. Including group classes and Training Tutor sessions that can take place during day care. Our expert training and classes help you, and your dog learn and bond together. 

Learn more about our training classes.

Is 5 months too old to train a puppy?

Not at all! It’s never too early or too late to begin building positive associations and using reward-based methods to teach your puppy new skills and behaviors.

Establish a training schedule now to help your puppy learn desired behaviors like walking nicely on a leash and basic cues like sit, stay, and loose-leash walking. Practicing these skills at home is critical, but it’s always a good idea to enlist the help of a professional to get a jump start teaching your puppy all the things you want them to know and set them up for success! Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your dog, including expert training and classes, so you and your puppy can learn and bond together. 

Learn more about our training classes.

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How do you train a puppy?

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 puppy. We offer expert training and classes so you and your puppy can learn and bond together. 

Learn more about our training classes.

Visit our Dog Blog for more helpful tips.

What’s a Behavior Assessment and why is it important?

As part of joining the Central Bark® family, our expert staff conducts a thorough behavior assessment at your local Central Bark store. These assessments help ensure that your dog is placed with a playgroup they’re comfortable with so they can play safely every day they’re with us.

This four-day evaluation, while your dog participates in our Enrichment Day Care, assesses your dog’s:

  • Comfort and social skills with people 
  • Social skills and playstyle with other dogs to help determine the playgroup and play schedule they can benefit from the most
  • Comfort in both indoor and outdoor play spaces
  • Comfort in rest areas and a crate 
  • Ability to share resources like water and toys in social settings
  • Level of comfort taking treats in social settings

This process gives us a chance to get to know you and your dog while your dog gets acquainted with their new favorite place away from home. Through the entire four days, your dog’s comfort and safety is our top priority.

Once your pup passes all the behavior assessment elements, you are welcome to sign up for any of our daycare services or a sleepover!

To schedule a Behavior Assessment for your dog, please contact your local store.

NOTEPlease bring all required signed forms, vaccination proof, and a collar and leash for your behavior assessment.

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Central Bark® Whole Dog Care

Our whole dog care approach 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.