Barks and Recreations

Barks and Recreations At Barks and Recreations, we offer a variety of training programs to fit every dog—from puppy prep to board and trains and private lessons.
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Our balanced approach builds confident, well-behaved dogs you can trust anywhere.

Happy 4th of July from all the doggies at Barks and Rec! 🇺🇸
07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all the doggies at Barks and Rec! 🇺🇸

Pyro would like everyone to know he takes his job of welcoming the ladies to Barks and Rec very seriously.
05/13/2026

Pyro would like everyone to know he takes his job of welcoming the ladies to Barks and Rec very seriously.

Congratulations to our newest puppy graduate Winston!! He has come so far since he started his program as a little bitty...
04/14/2026

Congratulations to our newest puppy graduate Winston!! He has come so far since he started his program as a little bitty pup and we are so so proud!

04/04/2026

PSA: An urgent message from Ernie 🚨

03/15/2026

Sound desensitization is an essential part of building a confident, stable dog. Many dogs struggle with everyday noises—traffic, doors slamming, grooming equipment, thunder, or busy public spaces. When we introduce these sounds slowly and pair them with positive experiences, we help teach the dog that the world isn’t something to fear.

One of my favorite tools for this process is a dopamine box. A dopamine box is filled with different textures, objects, and hidden rewards that encourage dogs to explore, problem-solve, and engage their natural curiosity. While the dog is sniffing, digging, and working through the box, we can gradually introduce new sounds at a level they can comfortably handle.

This creates a powerful learning moment: the dog is busy earning rewards, feeling successful, and their brain begins associating unfamiliar sounds with positive outcomes instead of stress.

Confidence doesn’t come from avoiding challenges—it comes from giving dogs the tools and safe experiences to work through them. Thoughtful desensitization paired with enrichment can make a huge difference in how a dog processes the world around them.

✨ Introducing our Hybrid Training Program ✨Designed for owners who want to be involved in their dog’s training while sti...
01/23/2026

✨ Introducing our Hybrid Training Program ✨

Designed for owners who want to be involved in their dog’s training while still receiving professional guidance and structure.

The Hybrid Program combines:
🐾 Private training sessions
🐾 Hands-on owner education
🐾 Professional fine-tuning

This program is perfect for dogs building obedience foundations and owners who want to learn how to confidently work their dog.

✨ The best of both worlds — learning together.

📩 Message us to book.

✨ Introducing Puppy Prep School ✨The early months are SO IMPORTANT— and this program is designed to give your puppy the ...
01/22/2026

✨ Introducing Puppy Prep School ✨

The early months are SO IMPORTANT— and this program is designed to give your puppy the strongest possible start.

🐾 Confidence building & structured socialization
🐾 Foundational obedience and real-life skills
🐾 Designed for puppies under 5 months

✨ Bonus: Puppy Prep School graduates receive an exclusive discount on future Board & Train programs if you choose to continue training with us.

Send us a message if you would like to to apply!

It is an exciting day at Barks and Rec! Today we are launching two brand new programs and to kick off the day we are ann...
01/22/2026

It is an exciting day at Barks and Rec! Today we are launching two brand new programs and to kick off the day we are announcing our limited time,5 day sale for $200 any board and train package!
Reach out to us if you are interested! If you have been referred by a friend/client let us know which trainer you are looking to work with! ❤️💕

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Murfreesboro, TN
37129

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+16156538367

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