Bark Avenue Daycamp

01/27/2025

01/27/2025

🚀 Exciting news! Our Founder and Managing Partner, Michelle, is off to Orlando, FL today to attend Dominic Hodgson's *Daycare Bootcamp* on January 28-29th! 🐾

Dominic, a bestselling author, keynote speaker, business mentor, and rescue dog advocate, is sharing his expertise on elevating daycare services and becoming a premium destination for pups. Michelle can’t wait to learn about the latest techniques in dog enrichment to help our clients’ furry friends live their best lives! 🌟🐶

Stay tuned for all the amazing takeaways from this paw-some event!

01/27/2025

01/25/2025

🚨 FREE ENRICHMENT SEMINAR at Bark Avenue Daycamp - LIMITED SPACE, SIGN UP NOW! 🚨

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Ever wondered why enrichment is so important for your dog? Come find out at our **FREE Enrichment Seminar** on **February 16th**! We’ll cover all the key info you need to enhance your dog’s mental and physical well-being. 🧠🐕

WHAT WILL WE TALK ABOUT?
- Why we started offering enrichment after all these years
- The importance of enrichment for dogs
- Real-life zoo animal examples
- How understanding your breed helps find the right activities
- What exactly is enrichment?
- Mental vs. Physical enrichment
- Discover what your dog loves (Herders? Try herding balls. Diggers? Dig pit fun!)

WHAT DEMO & ACTIVITIES WILL WE HAVE?
- 💌 Heart with Painter's Tape Lick Paint Project ("Love Letter Art")
- 🪁 Flirt Pole Fun ("The Big Flirt")
- 🎯 Cups on a String Flip Over ("Head Over Heels")
- 🧸 Make Your Own Tug Station ("Tug At My Heart")
- 🧻 Stuffed Toilet Paper Rolls ("Blind Date")
- 🍬 Multi-Bowl Search ("Candy Heart Search")
- ⚽ Ball Pit Adventures

Details:
📅 February 16th
⏰ Two Time Slots: 10-11am or 1-2pm
🐾 Up to 6 dog spots per session (2 people per dog)
🏃‍♀️ 10 additional spots for dog owners who are not bringing dogs

💥 Call our front desk to reserve your spot! Space is VERY limited, so don’t miss out!

01/23/2025

🐾 Video of the Week: Puppy & Teen Boot Camps at Bark Avenue Daycamp! 🐾

We're excited to introduce two new structured training programs designed to meet your dog's developmental needs: **Puppy Boot Camp** and **Teen Boot Camp**! From mastering basic obedience to addressing teenage behavior regressions, these boot camps are the perfect way to set your dog up for success at every stage of life.

✨ **Puppy Boot Camp**: Focused on obedience, crating, and socialization – with full-day daycare & enrichment!
🐕 **Teen Boot Camp**: Tackling common behavioral challenges and developmental changes for dogs 8 months & older.

Both programs are trainer-guided and packed with activities to help your dog thrive. Ready to level up your dog’s training? Watch the video and see why our new boot camps are the perfect fit! 🐶💪

📞 Call 630.289.8470 or text 888.511.0847 to learn more or to enroll today!

01/18/2025

🌟 VIRTUAL DOG TRAINING NOW AVAILABLE! 🌟

Get the training you need from the comfort of your home! 🏠
- Private Lessons: $120 per lesson
- Canine Conversations (Monthly Q&A): $25 per person

Join us on the 4th Sunday of each month at 11 AM for a live Q&A with our expert trainer! 🐾
Board & Train clients** get access to these calls for FREE! 🎉

📞 Sign up by calling 630.289.8470 or texting 888.511.0847.
🔗 Client Portal to join Canine Conversations!

01/18/2025

🎉 Meet Ashley, Our New Dog Trainer at Bark Avenue Daycamp! 🐾

From daycare technician to dog trainer, Ashley has been a dedicated member of our team for over three years. Her passion for animals and love of dog behavior led her to pursue a career in training, and she’s now ready to help your dog succeed! With a degree in Animal Health & Behavior and hands-on experience with all kinds of dogs, Ashley is eager to guide you and your furry friend on a journey of growth and learning. 🐶💪

We can't wait for you to experience her enthusiasm and expertise!

Read more about her in our latest Paw Blog article - barkavenuedaycamp.com/new-dog-trainer-ashley-bark-avenue-daycamp

01/14/2025

🐾 Meet Otis: A Rescue Success Story! 🐾

Otis was recently adopted, but his journey to a happy, well-behaved life isn’t over yet! 💙 Thanks to the West Suburban Humane Society and Bark Avenue Dog Training, Otis is finishing up his board-and-train program to ensure he’s set up for success in his forever home. 🏡

In this week's training video, watch Otis master essential skills like Heel & Place — helping him thrive with his new family. 🌟

It's all about Training. Love. Success. 🐕✨

A huge thank you to WestSuburbanHumaneSociety for partnering with us at Bark Avenue Dog Training to give incredible dogs like Otis the training and support they need for a bright future in their forever homes! 🐾❤️

📽️ Watch his journey unfold and celebrate every small victory with us! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0upsLAqMtD0

01/14/2025