Enrichment Dog Day Care
Your Local Central Bark
Central Bark®
Oakdale
3115 Hadley Ave N,
Oakdale, MN 55128Get Directions
Open Today 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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The bond we share with our furry best friends is unparalleled. Our love for our dogs drives us to provide them with the best possible life. However, meeting all their needs can be challenging. That’s why families rely on Central Bark Oakdale, where dogs receive love and care.
When you entrust your dog to Central Bark Oakdale, you can rest assured that they’re enjoying a fantastic day with their friends.
Our comprehensive whole dog care approach is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program.
Additionally, we provide services such as dog boarding, dog grooming, market, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog share the best life possible.
We proudly serve the east metro suburbs of Ramsey and Washington Counties, encompassing Oakdale, Woodbury, Maplewood, North Saint Paul, White Bear Lake, and Lake Elmo.
Grooming
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FREE Puppy Hour
The bond we share with our furry best friends is unparalleled. Our love for our dogs drives us to provide them with the best possible life. However, meeting all their needs can be challenging. That’s why families rely on Central Bark Oakdale, where dogs receive love and care.
When you entrust your dog to Central Bark Oakdale, you can rest assured that they’re enjoying a fantastic day with their friends.
Our comprehensive whole dog care approach is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing your dog’s overall health. At the core of this approach is our Enrichment Dog Day Care program.
Additionally, we provide services such as dog boarding, dog grooming, market, training, and more. Our mission is to help you and your dog share the best life possible.
We proudly serve the east metro suburbs of Ramsey and Washington Counties, encompassing Oakdale, Woodbury, Maplewood, North Saint Paul, White Bear Lake, and Lake Elmo.
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Our dog loves this place! Staff is friendly and flexible and genuinely seem to love all the dogs!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Torque’s recent groom with Rawley at Central Bark Oakdale. Torque looks absolutely incredible, and this is genuinely the first time in a very long time that I’ve been completely happy with his groom. The attention to detail, the quality of the work, and the overall care he received truly stood out. His coat is clean, well-shaped, and so well maintained—you can tell real care and skill went into every detail.
Torque was extremely nervous at drop-off, which always makes me nervous as an owner, but Rawley was so patient, calm, and understanding with him. By the time I picked him up, he was a completely different dog—happy, comfortable, and relaxed. He even gave Rawley a kiss goodbye, which says everything about the trust and bond Rawley was able to build with him.
He didn’t just look good, he felt good, and that means the world to me. It’s clear that Rawley truly cares about the dogs he works with and treats them with kindness and respect, especially those who may be nervous.
We will absolutely be requesting Rawley for all future grooms and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a groomer who goes above and beyond—not just in appearance, but in the overall experience. 🐾🎄✨
Torque was extremely nervous at drop-off, which always makes me nervous as an owner, but Rawley was so patient, calm, and understanding with him. By the time I picked him up, he was a completely different dog—happy, comfortable, and relaxed. He even gave Rawley a kiss goodbye, which says everything about the trust and bond Rawley was able to build with him.
He didn’t just look good, he felt good, and that means the world to me. It’s clear that Rawley truly cares about the dogs he works with and treats them with kindness and respect, especially those who may be nervous.
We will absolutely be requesting Rawley for all future grooms and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a groomer who goes above and beyond—not just in appearance, but in the overall experience. 🐾🎄✨
The staff and owners are great! Very friendly, professional and helpful. We come for puppy hour currently and it’s been so great for our puppy. Definitely recommend!
We had such a positive experience with Central Bark through their free Saturday puppy socialization classes! We brought our puppy, Parker, every weekend, and it was an incredible way for him to learn appropriate play and build confidence.
The owners and staff were truly amazing! Very welcoming, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about dog behavior. They carefully supervised the different size and play groups, making sure every puppy was safe, supported, and having fun. It was clear how much they genuinely care about the dogs in their care.
Parker absolutely loved it! While we started out coming for puppy socialization, we would happily consider using their daycare or boarding in the future when the need comes up! We highly recommend Central Bark to anyone looking for dog care!
The owners and staff were truly amazing! Very welcoming, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about dog behavior. They carefully supervised the different size and play groups, making sure every puppy was safe, supported, and having fun. It was clear how much they genuinely care about the dogs in their care.
Parker absolutely loved it! While we started out coming for puppy socialization, we would happily consider using their daycare or boarding in the future when the need comes up! We highly recommend Central Bark to anyone looking for dog care!
Great experience at Central Bark. Very friendly, caring and knowledgeable staff. Will definitely be back!
FREE puppy socialization hour every Saturday! Great place for your pup to meet other dogs and learn how to behave appropriately. Multiple areas depending on your dog’s size and activity level; each area is well staffed and monitored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the management and staff mature, knowledgeable, courteous, professional and patient at all times?
We have a team of very qualified individuals here at Central Bark®, including managers who are certified in Canine First Aid and CPR.
What is positive reward-based dog training?
Positive reward-based techniques help puppies and dogs develop essential life skills and behaviors that will enrich their lives at home and day care. These methods set dogs up to succeed and reward them for performing desired behaviors. Rewards are tailored to the dog’s preferences and can include food treats, time to play with a favorite toy, or verbal praise.
After decades of experience using reward-based training, we know it’s the most humane and effective way of training dogs and addressing unwanted behaviors. It’s the best way to build a loving, trusting bond that enhances your relationship between you and your dog for a lifetime of happiness together.
At Central Bark®, our focus on positive reinforcement has never wavered. We continuously update our skills and policies to stay at the forefront of new advances in behavioral science and positive reinforcement techniques.
Learn more about our training classes.
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Can I see the complete facilities where my dog will be staying?
Absolutely! We strongly encourage all prospective clients to see our facilities firsthand. We believe a tour is the best way to understand what to look for in a dog day care. You can schedule a visit to tour our complete indoor and outdoor play areas and private rest spaces. We want you to feel completely confident and comfortable with our secure environment. You can also explore our facility and get a feel for what a day at Central Bark looks like by viewing the photos and virtual tours on our website.
What are Rest Period Enrichments?
Rest periods can be paired with fun and interactive food toys (like a frozen peanut butter Kong) to create a rest period enrichment activity for your dog.
Not only are rest period enrichments fun and mentally stimulating for your dog, but they also help build positive associations and crating skills. Hence, dogs are calmer, quieter, and more relaxed. For dogs, being comfortable in a crate is a life skill that is incredibly useful for them and their owners.
Did you know? Scientific studies have shown that licking and chewing behaviors (especially those that involve food rewards!) are self-soothing, decrease heart and respiratory rates, and even release dopamine in a dog’s brain.