Central Bark Grayslake

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

👻🎃 Four more adorable contestants joined our Howl-O-Ween fun today, and each one brought their own little twist to the Halloween festivities! 🐶🧡

Think your pup has what it takes to steal the show? Bring their costume (not on them!) to morning drop-off and ask our front desk team to add a $15 costume photo to their day! 📸🐾

Be sure to check out our Facebook Costume Contest album and show your favorite contestants some love by liking their photos! Every like counts as a vote! 🎃

10/22/2026

Just like us, dogs have their own preferences when it comes to play. Your pup might love a good game of chase or wrestling with friends, while another dog may be happier exploring, playing with a smaller group, or getting some one-on-one attention.

Understanding how your dog likes to play helps us get a better sense of what they enjoy and where they’re most comfortable.

10/21/2026

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10/20/2026

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10/20/2026

🎃 Cuteness overload! Four more pups showed off their adorable poses for our Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest today! 👻🐾

Want your pup to join the fun? Bring their costume and add a Halloween Photo to their day for just $15! 📸🧡

10/20/2026

Just a handsome little pup soaking up all the fall vibes! 🍁🐾🧡 - Wilbur

10/20/2026

🎓 Training Tip Tuesday: Practice a strong “leave it.”

Fall walks mean plenty of things for your dog to sniff and investigate, including a few things you’d rather they leave alone, like acorns, mushrooms, or dropped food.

Practice “leave it” at home first with something that’s easy for your dog to ignore. When they leave it alone and look back to you, reward them.

Need a little help with “leave it” or other everyday skills? Learn more about Training: https://www.centralbarkusa.com/grayslake/dog-training-enrichment/

10/19/2026

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10/19/2026

It’s National Veterinary Technician Week!

Vet techs play such an important role in keeping our pets healthy, comfortable, and cared for. We’re grateful for the vet techs in our community and the care they give our pets every day.

Know an amazing vet tech? Give them a shoutout below!

10/09/2026

🎉 , we're just ONE DAY away! 🐾

The countdown is almost over! Tomorrow, October 10th, Central Bark Athens is celebrating their Grand Opening, and you're invited to join the fun!

Come meet the team, tour the facility, and see what makes Central Bark a great place for dogs to play, learn, and thrive.

📍 3155A Atlanta Hwy, Athens GA 30606
📅 Tomorrow, October 10th
🕚 11 AM – 1 PM

Grab your pup and come celebrate with us!

10/07/2026

YOU'RE INVITED! Just 3 DAYS until the GRAND OPENING of Central Bark Athens!

Join us this weekend as we celebrate with the Athens community! Bring your friends, family, and pups for a fun-filled event featuring:

🐾 Pet photography with Biiig Stretch Dog Photography

🐾 Dog treats from Oscar Bites and Drool Fuel

🐾 Local vendors including Sew Gloria Designs, Big Dawgs on the River, and Party in the Hills

🐾 Local businesses and community partners including Hope Animal Medical Center, Animal Wellness Center of Athens, Comer Vet, G2 Fitness, and Marlina Real Estate for Dogs

🐾 Shih Tzu Not Trivia and more!

Come meet the Central Bark Athens team, explore their new facility, and help us celebrate this exciting milestone!

*This event is free and open to the public. Vaccinated, leashed (no retractable leashes), and social dogs are welcome.

10/06/2026

A big congratulations to Central Bark Rochester, MN for being voted Best Boarding & Daycare Facility in the Post Bulletin’s Best of the Best Awards!

We're so proud of Lenny Hoisington and the entire Rochester team for this well-deserved recognition!

Their passion for dogs, commitment to quality care, and dedication to the Rochester community shine through in everything they do.

10/02/2026

Congrats to Jess Rowe and the Central Bark Jacksonville, who were voted Best Doggy Daycare in the Pets Edition of Jacksonville Magazine for the 7th consecutive year!

This recognition is a wonderful reflection of the care and dedication Jess and her team bring to their local community every day.

Way to go, Central Bark Jacksonville! 💜🐾

09/15/2026

We’re excited to announce that Jason Perras has been named Chief Executive Officer of Central Bark.

Jason has spent the past two years as our Chief Financial Officer, working closely with our franchisees and leadership team and helping shape the continued growth of the Central Bark system.

As CEO, Jason will lead Central Bark into its next chapter, with a continued focus on supporting our franchisees, strengthening our system, and helping more dogs and families experience Whole Dog Care.

Please join us in congratulating Jason on his new role!

Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/4htuOXP

08/26/2026

Around here, every day is a dog day, but we’ll take any extra reason to celebrate all the dogs we know, love and care for.

Happy National Dog Day from Central Bark! 💜🐾

Help us fill the comments with the dogs at the heart of it all. Share a photo of your pup below!

08/18/2026

A big shoutout to Mallory Johnson of Central Bark Charlotte Matthews for representing Central Bark on WBTV News, 🎉

Mallory joined the show to share expert tips for helping dogs adjust as kids head back to school and household routines begin to change. Back-to-school season can be a big transition for the whole family, including our four-legged family members. Changes in schedules and more time spent alone can be challenging for some dogs, but creating consistency and helping them gradually adjust to a new routine can make the transition easier.

Check out the Mallory’s back-to-school tips here👇

08/11/2026

We’re excited to share that Central Bark has made our debut on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies! This recognition comes after 16.1% year-over-year growth in 2025 and continued expansion of the Central Bark brand across the country.

In our first year on the list, Central Bark ranked:

🐾 #18 in the Milwaukee-Waukesha area
🐾 #37 in Wisconsin
🐾 #119 in Consumer Services

With 45 locations nationwide, we’re proud of how far we’ve come and grateful to the franchise owners, team members, and families who continue to be part of our growth.

Check it out here:

/PRNewswire/ -- Central Bark, the national franchise brand redefining whole dog care through premium pet services, today announced its debut on the 2026 Inc....

08/10/2026

We’re excited to share that Central Bark has been named Boarding Service of the Year by Pet Innovation Awards!

Pet Innovation Awards spotlight the best of the best in pet care, and being recognized this year means the world to us. This award is a true reflection of the love, dedication, and hard work that happens every single day across all 45 of our Central Bark locations.

To our incredible franchise partners, dedicated staff, and trusted community of pet parents—thank you for making this milestone possible! 🐶🏆

07/29/2026

Shout out to Armando Sanchez and the team at Central Bark Spring for beautifully capturing what makes the Central Bark experience so special. 💚