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Dog of the Month

Our monthly favorite dog

Congratulations, Bastion, our January Dog of the Month! 

Dog of the Month

Bastion is our goofy little bowling ball.  He runs through the door each day ready to PAWTY, and nothing can...

Congratulations, Toffee, Our January Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Queen Toffee may seem small, but don’t tell HER that. She and her big personality come in each day and...

Congratulations, Henry, Our December Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Mr. Henry may look little, but this personality speaks for itself! He comes in to play each day announcing his...

Congratulations, Rosie, Our October Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Miss Rosie is our party girl. This diva walks into the playgroup like she owns the place (she’s not wrong),...

Congratulations, Maverick, Our September Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Mr. Maverick is as sweet and playful as they come. He bounds into group each day with a smile on...

Congratulations, Blu, Our August Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Our big man, Blu, is full of that puppy personality! He bounds into Enrichment Day Care each day like the...

Central Bark USA Blog

Conquering Kilimanjaro

Central Bark, Central Bark Ownership, News

Conquering Kilimanjaro

Layne Pollard, Central Bark franchise owner in Gurnee, IL has always been an adventurous soul, but conquering Kilimanjaro was never...

At Home Dog Obstacle Courses

Central Bark, News, Dog Ownership, Dog Safety, Dog Training

At Home Dog Obstacle Courses

At home dog obstacle courses are a fun, easy way to increase your dog’s physical and emotional confidence! Offering our...

Help Your Dog Feel Calm During Car Rides

Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Dog Training, Central Bark

Help Your Dog Feel Calm During Car Rides

Dog car rides are a necessary part of our dog’s lives! Many dogs view car rides as incredibly exciting and...

Tips to Keep Your Dog Fit During National Canine Fitness Month

News, Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Central Bark

Tips to Keep Your Dog Fit During National Canine Fitness Month

At Central Bark, we believe that keeping your dog active is an essential part of maintaining your dog’s health. Every...

Dog Bite Prevention Tips

Dog Education, Dog Socialization, Puppies, News, Dog Training, Central Bark

Dog Bite Prevention Tips

National Dog Bite Prevention Month takes place during April each year. Central Bark has some dog bite prevention tips to...

Here’s How to Have the Best National Puppy Day Ever

Central Bark, Dog Ownership, Puppies, News

Here’s How to Have the Best National Puppy Day Ever

It’s coming up on March 23rd and here at Central Bark we’re kind of puppy obsessed – so here’s how...

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Dog Ownership, Dog Behavior, Dog Training

Happier Walks with Our Dogs

Many dog owners daydream about taking relaxing neighborhood strolls with their dogs while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature....

central-bark-dog-socialization class

News, Dog Socialization

The Importance of Dog Socialization

It’s National Train Your Dog Month in January and with that in mind, we’re exploring the age-old discussion of “Nature...

New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

News, Dog Ownership, Dog Enrichment

New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

The start of the new year is a time to reflect on the changes you want to make with the...

Play tug of war with puppy

News

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month

Did you know that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month? Seems appropriate given that it is the gift giving...

Happy National Mutt Day!

News

Happy National Mutt Day!

We like Big Mutts and we cannot lie…. Little mutts too. Mutts, they may not be pure bread, but they...

Welcome to Central Barksgiving!

Recipes, News, Dog Ownership, Dog Education

Welcome to Central Barksgiving!

When you settle down for Thanksgiving dinner this year, are you planning on including your four-legged best friend in the...

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