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Congrats, Chucky!

Dog of the Month

Congrats, Chucky!

Chucky came to us in 2015, a little overweight and a little under- socialized. Together with his parents we have...

Congratulations Olive!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Olive!

Olive, is a 2-year-old all black German Shepherd who has been attending Central Bark for about almost 2 years. Olive...

Congratulations Marv!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Marv!

Marv, is a 3-year-old Doberman/Mix who has been attending Central Bark for about 2 years. Marv is a happy ball...

Congratulations Kirby!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Kirby!

Little Kirby, is a 2-year-old Bichon Frise/Shih Tzu mix who has been attending Central Bark for a year! Kirby is...

Congratulations Zeke!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations Zeke!

Our pal, Zeke, is a sweet 2-year-old sheepdog/poodle mix who has attended Central Bark for over a year! Zeke is...

Congratulations, Django!

Dog of the Month

Congratulations, Django!

Django is an 11 year old mystery mix (possibly a Sheltie/Australian shepherd mix) who has been part of the pack...

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Easier Dog Nail Trims

Dog Enrichment, Dog Health, Dog Ownership

Looking to make nail trims easier for your dog? Try building up to the actual nail trim incrementally and incorporating...

The Skill Every Dog Needs!

Dog Training, Dog Behavior

Want to know the number one thing you can teach your dog to strengthen every skill they know and to...

Bringing Home a New Puppy

Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Behavior

As humans, we are constantly learning new things. New skills, new information, and practicing new behaviors. From learning to play...

Patriotic Pup Snack

Dog Health

Your pup may not enjoy fireworks, but there’s no reason they can’t enjoy a special 4th of July treat just...

Inside Summer Fun

Dog Safety, Dog Enrichment, Dog Health, Dog Training

Yes, playing outside is fun and is one of the best parts of summer! But sometimes, between the mosquitoes, the...

Hot Weather Safety

Dog Health, Dog Safety

Now that summer is in full swing, the hot weather is here to stay for the foreseeable future. With the...

Fireworks and Fearful Dogs

Dog Health, Dog Safety, Dog Behavior

Many large celebrations and firework displays have been taken off the schedule this year in response to the pandemic the...

Dog Tricks for Stress Relief

Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Behavior

The pandemic has had a major effect on the lives of many, myself included.  And while I am very much...

Keeping Your Memorial Day Celebrations Dog Safe

Dog Safety, Dog Health

While you may not be celebrating Memorial Day at a parade, here are four tips for keeping your dog safe...

Setting Your Dog Up for Separation and Confinement Success

Dog Health, Dog Enrichment, Dog Behavior, Dog Ownership

One of the greatest joys of sharing your life with a dog is their observable delight when you come home....

Puppies Don’t Know the Word Pandemic: A guide to socializing your puppy during the pandemic

Dog Health, Dog Training, Dog Enrichment, Dog Behavior, Puppies, Dog Socialization

Puppy and Pandemic.  Two words that are at odds with one another and create two very different pictures of daily...

My Dog is my Valentine: 7 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Dog

Dog Ownership, Dog Enrichment

Every year there’s a new Valentine’s Day movie that draws our attention to the relationships people have, or don’t have,...

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