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Welcome to Central Bark® Fort Lauderdale

Your bond with your furry best friend is special. You want the best for them, but it’s not always easy. That’s where Central Bark comes in. Trust us to take care of your dog, so they stay healthy, happy, and well-rounded.

When you bring your dog to Central Bark Fort Lauderdale, you’ll feel at ease. They’ll have a blast with their buddies in a safe, loving place. We proudly serve our local communities: Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, and Wilton Manors.

Furthermore, our whole dog care approach looks out for your dog’s overall health and happiness. We call this approach Enrichment Dog Day Care. We also offer dog boarding, grooming, training, and more. It’s all about you and your dog living your best lives.

We know your dog is family. We’re dog parents too, so we treat each dog like our own. That’s why your pup will be in great hands here!

Central Bark
Fort Lauderdale

3699 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, FL 33334Get Directions

(954) 568-3647

Open Today 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

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Central Bark Fort Lauderdale Whole Dog Care

Central Bark Fort Lauderdale is all about giving your dog the best care. Our Whole Dog Care covers everything to keep your furry friend healthy and happy – physically, mentally, and emotionally, for their whole life. You’ll find tailored products and services that your dog will love!

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Our mission is to enrich your dog’s existence with tailor-made activities, injecting each day with heightened excitement.

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Pamper your furry friend with grooming and delightful encounters meticulously designed to evoke their happiness.

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Offer your dog a tranquil, snug haven via our Dog Boarding service, ensuring their reposeful stay.

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Discover a premium array of dog essentials such as food, treats, toys, and more, thoughtfully chosen to ensure their contentment and well-being.

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Forge a deeper connection with your dog through constructive training and captivating activities, imparting vital skills and positive behavior.

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Remain prepared with tailor-made coverage that provides reassurance and aids in addressing your dog’s veterinary necessities.

How to get started

  1. Click Request Appointment
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Why do dogs adore Central Bark?

  • Tailored Experiences: Each dog receives special treatment with days customized to their individual needs and preferences.
  • Complete Well-Being: Dogs enjoy personalized care, activity, and rest, promoting health, happiness, and good behavior at home and in their community.
  • Canine Communication: Our team comprises dog experts trained in a science-based, positive reinforcement approach that understands and communicates with dogs effectively.
  • Safety and Cleanliness: Ensuring the utmost safety and health of our guests is our top priority. Stringent safety protocols and thorough cleaning routines are in place for your dog’s daily well-being.
  • Trusted Affectionate Care: For over two decades, families have relied on Central Bark to enhance their dogs’ lives. We offer a well-balanced blend of attention, play, exercise, socialization, training, rest, and affection.
  • Lasting Bonds: Witness the remarkable closeness that a day spent apart can foster! Your dog will return home content and in good health, alleviating any concerns about leaving them alone.

Elevating Dog Day Care

Enrichment Dog Day Care is a concept that transcends traditional dog day care by integrating our latest insights from dog behavior science and positive training methods. Your furry companion can revel in a day of personalized enjoyment and well-being, featuring a balanced mix of play, cognitive and physical stimulation, social interaction, training, relaxation, and affection. This formula ensures your dog’s holistic health, happiness, and overall development.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

How do dogs wind down from the flurry of activity and avoid potential conflicts?

Dogs nap quietly in their individual crates in the Nap Room, complete with classical music and aromatherapy.

How long does dog training take?

The timeline for learning new behaviors and skills is as unique as every dog! Because each dog is an individual, with different learning histories, breed genetics, and preferences in reinforcers like treats and toys, there is no way to say for sure how long training will take. It’s also important to consider how much time each family has for daily training practice.

Whether you’re crate training, leash walking, or potty training your pup, consistency is key. It’s crucial to establish a routine, practice positive reinforcement, supervise your puppy (especially when potty training), and avoid punishing your puppy when mistakes happen. 

Central Bark® offers everything you need to help you train your dog, with expert training and classes so you and your pup can learn and bond together. 

Learn more about our training classes.

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What are One-on-One Enrichment sessions?

Our One-on-One Enrichment sessions give your dog the freedom to safely explore their senses with an Enrichment Specialist. They’ll get the personal attention they love, supplemented with interactive toys, puzzles, and games that exercise their bodies and minds. They can also level up their skills with fitness training and agility exercises if they’re ready for more. 

Did you know? 15 minutes of mental activity is equal to 30 minutes of physical exercise!

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

What should I bring to Doggy Day Care?

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. 

Learn more about Enrichment Doggy Day Care.

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