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Welcome to Central Bark Slinger, WI
At Central Bark Slinger, we understand and value the special bond we share with our beloved furry companions. Our deep love for dogs motivates us to provide them with the best possible life. However, meeting all their needs can sometimes be a challenge.
That’s why families place their trust in Central Bark®. We offer a nurturing and caring environment where dogs receive the attention they need to stay healthy, happy, and well-rounded. When you choose Central Bark Slinger, rest assured that your dog is enjoying a fantastic day with their furry friends.
Our comprehensive approach to dog care, known as Whole Dog Care, focuses on nurturing and enhancing every aspect of your dog’s health and well-being throughout their entire life. At the core of this approach lies our Enrichment Dog Day Care program. Additionally, we provide services such as dog boarding, baths, grooming, market, training, and more. Our ultimate mission is to help you and your dog experience the most fulfilling life together.
We fully understand that dogs are not merely pets; they are cherished members of the family. As dog parents ourselves, we take immense pride in treating each and every dog as if they were our own.
Central Bark
Slinger
244 Info Hy Court,
Slinger, WI 53086Get Directions
Fax: (262)-677-4104
Closed 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM &
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
(Drop off/Pick up)
Louie M.
My dogs LOVE to go to Central Bark - they are loved and cared for and they come home tired and happy!They love to take the Puppy Shuttle, and can't wait to jump in when it arrives!
Central Bark Whole Dog Care
Experience our comprehensive approach to dog care, providing a wide array of personalized products and services. These prioritize your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being and ensure their lifelong happiness.
Enrichment Dog Day Care
Our Dog Day Care is fully committed to enriching dogs’ lives through a diverse range of customized and thrilling activities.
Grooming
Treat your furry companion to a personalized grooming experience and engaging enrichment activities that guarantee maximum enjoyment and satisfaction.
Boarding
With our Dog Boarding service, your dog enjoys a comfortable environment, reducing stress and ensuring their happiness and well-being during their stay.
Products
Discover our high-quality dog food, treats, toys, and other items designed to support your pet’s physical health, nutrition, and overall happiness.
Training & Enrichment
Deepen the bond with your dog by participating in positive training and enrichment programs, which help them develop essential skills and behaviors.
How to get started
- Click Request Appointment
- Register Online
- We’ll contact you to help
schedule your first visit
Why do dogs LOVE
Central Bark?
- Exclusively for your furry friend – We recognize the uniqueness of every dog and tailor each day to cater to their individual needs and preferences.
- Whole well-being and happiness – Our goal is to provide your dog with personalized attention, engaging activities, and ample rest, promoting their overall health, happiness, and good behavior both at home and in the community.
- We speak dog – Our staff members are highly trained in our science-based positive reinforcement approach, speaking the language of dogs and understanding their needs.
- Safety and cleanliness assured – The safety and well-being of all our guests are of utmost importance. We maintain comprehensive safety protocols and rigorous cleaning procedures to ensure that your dog remains safe and healthy during their stay with us.
- Trusted and loving care – For over 20 years, families have placed their trust in Central Bark to enhance their dog’s life. We achieve that through a perfect blend of personalized attention, playtime, exercise, socialization, training, rest, and genuine affection.
- A lifelong bond – It’s incredible how a day spent apart can strengthen the bond between you and your dog. When your dog returns home happy and healthy, you’ll be free from the worry of leaving them alone for another day.
Dog Day Care. Reimagined.
Elevate your dog’s day care experience with Central Bark Enrichment Dog Day Care! We redefine the standard of dog day care by blending expertise with cutting-edge insights from dog behavior science. Your beloved canine will thrive in a customized and engaging environment. He or she will receive the ideal balance of play, mental stimulation, physical exercise, socialization, training, rest, and affection. Discover a whole new level of care that promotes your dog’s overall well-being, happiness, and development.
Flexible Playgroups
Small and large playgroup options allow us to match better your dog’s personality, needs, and preferences with the social atmosphere and amount of play they can enjoy and benefit from most.
Group Play Skills
Group Play Skills are a fun and rewarding way for dogs to practice important skills like name recall, and behaviors like group sit and calmly going in and out of doors and gates.
Rest Period Enrichment
Rest Period Enrichment sessions help dogs achieve a healthy balance. They can relax and recharge in their own private space with calming enrichment toys and healthy foods tailored to their preferences and diet.
Enrichment Sessions
Personalized One-on-One Enrichment sessions give the extra attention dogs love and the freedom to use their senses and safely explore their instincts through interactive toys, puzzles, and games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer dog birthday parties?
Yes! We love to celebrate our dog friends’ birthdays. 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.
Contact us to schedule your dog’s party!
How does Central Bark proactively address safety?
At Central Bark a proactive approach to safety is woven right into the fabric of our program. That is why we require that all dogs enrolled in our Day Care program pass our behavior assessment and attend at least once per week. This helps us ensure that dogs are social with other dogs & people and remain comfortable with all aspects of our program. It also allows us to proactively staff so we can keep a dog to staff ratios low which also helps increase safety. Plus, play is ALWAYS monitored. Whether it’s a group of 2 dogs or 12 dogs, we never leave dogs unattended during group play.
What is the best way to train a dog?
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.
Why choose doggy day care for your dog?
There’s no bond like the one between our furry best friends and us. We love our dogs and want to give them the best life possible. But it can be challenging to fulfill all their needs to stay healthy and happy for a lifetime. Doggy day care gives pups a place to play and learn in a safe environment, with the socialization, mental stimulation, and physical exercise their minds and bodies need to stay healthy for a lifetime.
- Dogs get to socialize. Dogs are social creatures. Positive experiences with new humans, new dogs, and new environments are essential to a well-rounded pup.
- Dogs learn social skills. Dogs learn from other dogs – they’re always teaching each other what is (and isn’t) appropriate social behavior. Doggy day care staff can also help support safe play and practice healthy social behaviors.
- Dogs get more exercise. Exercise helps your dog maintain a healthy weight and muscle tone while improving their mood and providing a healthy outlet for their physical and mental energy, meaning they can be more relaxed at home.
- Dogs get human attention. Your dog will get the care and love they need while you’re at work or school.
- Parents get a break. Doggy day care can give you a day off from responsibilities, while your dog gets what they need to be a healthier, more well-adjusted pet.