Central Bark Atlanta
central bark1940 Briarwood Ct NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Overview
Central Bark Atlanta is a comprehensive dog care facility offering enrichment-based dog day care, boarding, grooming, and training services. They follow a Whole Dog Care philosophy focused on physical, mental, and emotional wellness, with flexible playgroups, positive reinforcement training, and a signature Puppy Hour program for socialization. The facility features outdoor areas with swimming pools and offers member pricing with perks like 5% off retail purchases.
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What Reviews Say
277 reviews analyzedCentral Bark Atlanta is highly regarded for its specialized enrichment daycare and 'Puppy Hour,' with customers frequently praising the staff's ability to group dogs by temperament. While the facility maintains a loyal base of long-term clients, there are occasional complaints regarding grooming quality and pricing transparency. The owner is exceptionally active in responding to reviews, maintaining a professional yet protective tone regarding the facility's safety protocols.
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Health outbreaks (Kennel Cough/Giardia)
“When my dog started at Central Bark he got kennel cough twice within the first two months... My dog also got giardia.”
Allegations of rough handling/yelling
“I witnessed a male and female screaming multiple times at a barking dog to be quiet... saw him grab one of the dogs head roughly.”
Grooming inconsistencies(6 mentions)
“His cut was choppy with whole patches of untouched fur... I had to fix most of it myself when I got home.”
Pricing/Billing disputes(4 mentions)
“I came in for a groom and was quoted one price, only to be charged something totally different at checkout.”
Lack of webcams(2 mentions)
“I also find it suspicious that Central Bark does not have webcams available for viewing online.”
Top Rated
4.7 stars from 295+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 295 reviews.
At a Glance
Min puppy age
2 months
Pricing
Daycare
$44–$51/day
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