About Central Bark Sheboygan
Our names are Gareth and Kristine and we are the proud owners of Central Bark Sheboygan. We wanted to take a quick moment and let you know that both you and your pups will receive nothing but the best care, service, and dedication here at Central Bark Sheboygan.
Before joining the Central Bark family we worked in the luxury charter yacht industry. For more than fifteen years Gareth worked as a professional charter boat captain, while Kristine spent the last nine years as a yacht chef and first mate. In fact, nine years ago is when the two of us met. Together we have sailed around the world delivering nothing but the best service to our guests and their friends and families. As well as our dedication to great service we have always prided ourselves in the cleanliness and safety of our yachts and we continue this level of service at Central Bark Sheboygan. In 2018, we decided to settle down and start a family. Now we’re the proud parents of two beautiful children and our dog. We’ve always been dog lovers and as our family grew, we began looking for business opportunities that aligned with our sense of family and our love for dogs.
“We welcome you to join our Central Bark family.”
Central Bark Sheboygan
Meet The Team
Pam
Pam has been grooming and caring for pups with style and heart since 2007, combining her technical skill with a true passion for pet care. Before becoming a groomer, she earned a degree as a veterinary technician and gained hands-on experience as a dog bather and trainer.
She also holds certifications in First Aid, Massage Therapy, Canine Esthetics, and AKC Safe Handling, ensuring every grooming session is safe, comfortable, and tailored to each dog’s needs.
Pam works…
Karlee
Leading the Pack at Central Bark Sheboygan, Karlee has been working in the pet care industry for over 13 years, combining hands-on experience with a lifelong passion for animals. Certified in Pet CPR and trained in cat grooming, she brings both knowledge and heart to her role as Manager at Central Bark.
Every day, Karlee enjoys greeting the overnight pups, welcoming clients, and supporting the team—often stepping into playgroups herself to give staff breaks and spend time with the…
Jordynn
With four years of professional experience and a certification in Canine Behavior and Cognition from Duke University, Jordynn brings a mix of expertise, creativity, and care to every session. Turning grooming into tail wags, she has experience with terrier and poodle show trims, hand stripping, long coat maintenance, and being creative. Jordynn is comfortable working with dogs that may be nervous or reactive.
For Jordynn, grooming isn’t just about style—it’s about comfort,…
Kelsey
Creating stress-free spa days and over 15 years of grooming experience, Kelsey brings expert technique and a warm, personal touch to every appointment. She first honed her skills clipping and braiding horses for shows, which sparked her passion for precision grooming.
Kelsey loves being a partner to pet parents, helping them maintain their dog’s coat and overall wellness between visits. “My clients become family, and I love sharing in their wins—both with their pets and in…
Awards & Achievements
Best of Sheboygan County 2017 for Boarding/Daycare
Best of Sheboygan County 2015 for Boarding/Daycare
Best of Sheboygan County 2014 for Boarding/Daycare
Central Bark® Certified Enrichment Dog Day Care
Knowing Dogs 201: Group Play Training
Standards of Care, Safety and Sanitation Training
AKC S.A.F.E. Certified Groomer – Jennifer
Education Seminars – Jennifer
PETCO Professional Pet Stylist Program Award – Jennifer
2021 Best of Sheboygan Award
Our Family Photo Album
Jordynn groomed, our Ellie, and turned her from a ragga muffin pop to a little Instagram model.
Definitely a 10 out of 10 experience.
The facility is spotless, safe, and full of space for the dogs to play and relax. Our girl came home happy, clean, and clearly well cared for — it honestly felt like she was on vacation too. You can tell they go above and beyond to make every dog feel comfortable and love
all! Kristine is a fantastic trainer – we have learned so much from her and our dog adores her. We also love the staff at daycare and grooming – they always have something positive to share with us about our dog and help us reach the training goals we have for him. Couldn’t recommend Central Bark more!
Frequently Asked Questions
Once you have enrolled, we will need a copy of your dog’s vaccination records, which you can upload to your online account or bring with you on your scheduled first day. We also ask that your dog comes in on a regular 6-foot flat leash (no retractable or flexi-leads in the lobby) and a quick-release collar. Not sure what a quick-release collar is? No problem! We’ll be happy to show you on your first day. If your dog usually wears a harness while walking, you’re welcome to bring that as well.
If your dog typically eats a midday meal, you can bring it in an airtight container clearly labeled with your dog’s first and last names.
Absolutely! We strongly encourage all prospective clients to see our facilities firsthand. We believe a tour is the best way to understand what to look for in a dog day care. You can schedule a visit to tour our complete indoor and outdoor play areas and private rest spaces. We want you to feel completely confident and comfortable with our secure environment. You can also explore our facility and get a feel for what a day at Central Bark looks like by viewing the photos and virtual tours on our website.
Dog grooming helps keep your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable. It can include anything from a simple brush-out or bath to a full spa day, complete with a grooming session and nail care.
All dogs are unique. Just like humans, your dog deserves personalized grooming for their size, breed, coat type, and condition. Please ask an associate for details.
Make a reservation for your dog’s grooming session.
Flexible playgroups allow us to match your dog with the social atmosphere and play schedule they can enjoy and benefit from most. This helps give them a healthy balance of play, rest, and learning and creates a safer social environment with a better quality of play. And our lower dog-to-staff ratios offer more individual attention, education, and love.
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.
