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Dog of the Month

Our monthly favorite dog

Congratulations, Lionel, Our April Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Don’t let Lionel’s size fool you, he is as tough a “man” as they come (but is still melty warm...

Congratulations, Moose, Our March Dog of the Month!

Dog of the Month

Moose is our gentle giant who LOVES to give hugs! While that can be… dangerous, how do we say no...

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),...

Central Bark USA Blog

Frozen Dog Treats to Keep Your Pup Cool All Summer Long

Dog Health

Frozen Dog Treats to Keep Your Pup Cool All Summer Long

The dog days of summer just got a heck of a lot cooler. Frozen dog treats are a great way...

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Dog Safety, Dog Ownership, Dog Health, Dog Education

National Pet Preparedness Month: Safeguarding Your Canine Companion

What is National Pet Preparedness Month? National Pet Preparedness Month, observed every June, is an annual campaign dedicated to raising...

Should you Board Your Dog for Summer Vacation?

Puppies, News, Dog Ownership, Dog Day Care, Central Bark, Dog Socialization

Should you Board Your Dog for Summer Vacation?

Is summer vacation about to start? For most families, this is an exciting time that leads to some much-deserved relaxation...

Conquering Kilimanjaro

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

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

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

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, Puppies, News, Dog Ownership

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....

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Dog Socialization, News

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...

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