Enrichment Dog Day Care
Your Local Central Bark
Central Bark®
Fort Lauderdale
3699 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, FL 33334Get Directions
ftlauderdale@centralbarkusa.com
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Boarding
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My dog loves it here. Great place and great people. I recommend it.
I hosted my pup’s first birthday party at Central Bark. From the time I called to inquire about the event up until the party day, the staff was amazing! So friendly, professional and helpful. Tristen answered all of my questions and accommodated all of my wishes for my pup’s special day. On the day of the party, Jack was the staff member assigned to assist me. Jack was amazing and set us up to have the most amazing party. The party space has an inside private section AND an outside private play area! I can’t thank Central Bark enough for making my vision of a puppy party a reality. My friends were skeptical about a puppy party, but they and their pups had sooo much fun!
Dog boarding was exceptional! Our boy Bucky had a blast!
Miguel is THE MOST loving and caring groomer I’ve ever had. He treats my dog with the utmost care and love and he never rushes the process. You can telling he loves dogs by the way he talks to them and cares for them. I always feel so comfortable leaving my doggie with him and she always looks so beautiful and smells delicious when I pick her up!
Very happy with the grooming service my dog gets at Central Bark. Miguel is a great groomer! My dog always looks great after her visit and he has been the best I’ve found in Oakland Park for a long hair groom. In the past, my dog would “pitch a fit” when I would leave her. Miguel is so gentle and in control. That energy must transfer to the dogs because she calms down really quickly when he starts petting and talking to her. I am beyond satisfied with the grooming services at Central Bark. Every visit I’ve had at Central Bark has always been a good experience. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a neighborhood gem for certain!
My dog Louie has been going to Central Bark since he was old enough, about 16 weeks or so. He LOVES going, comes home completely wiped from playing with friends all day. The staff are incredible and super communicative. I trust them with my little guy💙
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does the Staff Manage Dogs With Different Energy Levels or Personalities in the Playgroups?
Our dog socialization day care is built on a unique system of “flexible playgroups” to ensure a safe and positive social environment for every dog. We carefully match your dog with friends based on their age, personality, size, and play style, creating a balanced and stress-free environment. This is especially beneficial for day care for dogs with anxiety or shy puppies, as it provides a low-pressure way for them to build confidence and have a great time.
Are there outdoor play areas?
Central Bark® has outdoor facilities complete with swimming pools and cooling systems for the summer.
What is dog day care?
Dog day care gives dogs a fun place to play with their friends while their owners are busy at home and work.
At Central Bark®, doggy daycare is our specialty, and nobody does it quite like us. We don’t just give dogs a place to play. We create a personalized program of activities that optimize your dog’s whole health – their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Central Bark goes beyond a traditional doggy day care with our unique Whole Dog Care philosophy. Our personalized approach helps enrich your dog’s whole health and well-being throughout their entire life so you can enjoy a healthy, happy, and loving life together.
The heart of our whole dog care approach is our Enrichment Doggy Day Care program. We combine Central Bark’s industry-leading doggy day care expertise with the latest dog behavior science. Our mission is to give dogs a balanced blend of exercise, social group play, learning, rest, and TLC. To help your dog be a healthy, happy, calm, and well-rounded member of your family.
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!