Dog of the Month
Our monthly favorite dog
Here Comes the BOOM!
We would like to congratulate Boomer as he was selected for our August Dog of the Month! Boomer is a…
Congratulations to our July Dogs of the Month, Magnolia and Jasmine!
Magnolia and Jasmine, nicknamed Maggie and Minnie, are 2 year old lab sisters. They absolutely love doing anything and everything…
Summer is upon us and we’re pleased to showcase our loving friend, Arbor, as the June Dog of the Month!
Miss Arbor is 1.5 year old mini labradoodle, who joined the Central Bark family in January 2021. Arbor is a…
As we celebrate the start of the month of May, it is only fitting to recognize our furry friend and budding flower, Riggins!
Riggins is a 1.5 year old Border Collie mix who joined the Central Bark family back in November of 2020.…
Please help us congratulate the Dog of the Month for April, Harley M.!
Harley joined the Central Bark Family in 2019 and has been a staple in our Wednesday play groups for the…
We’re the lucky ones! Congrats Ellie!
Please help us congratulate our March Dog of the Month, Miss Ellie! Ellie joined the Central Bark family back in…
Central Bark Blog
August is Family Fun Month – Here’s How to Celebrate with Your Dog
It’s true, whether we like it or not. Summer is winding down and that means we’ll be trading lazy afternoons…
Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety
How to Protect Your Dog’s Paws from Hot Pavement
Summer is still here, and we have a couple more months to go. If you live in the Southeast, the…
Dog Education, Dog Ownership, Dog Training
Why Dog Walking Makes You Happier
Dogs love walks. It’s pretty simple. They enjoy the exercise, as well as the mental stimulation, and it can help…
Central Bark, Dog Behavior, Dog Education, Dog Safety, Dog Training, News
What Is Your Dog Trying To Tell you?
To live a healthy and well-rounded life, dogs require physical exercise, mental stimulation, and a safe environment where they are…
Central Bark Looks to Expand Across Florida
The fast-growing doggy day care franchise has recognized unmet demand in Florida as the number of dogs in the sunshine…
Husband and Wife Team Become New Owners of Central Bark Broadview Heights, Ohio
With an in-depth background in the restaurant franchise industry and deep love for dogs, Jennifer and Steve Skomski decided to…
Central Bark Positions its Franchisees for Multi-Unit Success
For nearly 20 years, Central Bark has drawn in dogs and their owners across the country to experience its Enrichment…
Preparing Your Dog For Fireworks
Firework stores across the country have seen a 200-300% increase in sales so far this year. So, what can you…
Central Bark Appoints Robert Crawford as CEO
We’re proud to announce that Robert W. “Bob” Crawford has been appointed as our new chief executive officer. This announcement…
Dog Behavior, Dog Education, Dog Enrichment, Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Socialization, Dog Training, Puppies
Your dog: The unique individual
Dogs are intelligent, observant, and unique individuals. Part of the joy of sharing our lives with them is getting to…
Central Bark, Dog Behavior, Dog Day Care, Dog Education, Dog Enrichment, Dog Health, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Socialization, Dog Training
What is a dog behavior assessment and why is it necessary?
A dog behavior assessment is a series of structured interactions with a prospective day care dog that are designed to…
Central Bark, Dog Behavior, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, News
National Dog Bite Prevention Week
National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 10-16, 2022) takes place during the second full week of April each year. With…