Barks N' Rec

08/15/2024

The dog days of summer are still lingering 😎☀️⛱️ but that won't stop us from donning our plaid shirts, excitedly waiting for the leaves to change their colors and of course: wishing for Pumpkin Spice Lattes to come back sooner than later 🧡

Well the wait is almost over... for your dog! 😆

Be on the lookout for a future announcement on how we plan to help your pup get in the Autumn spirit 🍂🍁🧡

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08/08/2024

😻❤️ Despite our name, we love every and all furry (and hairless) felines! Celebrate International Cat Day today by treating your cat with the most purr-fect and tasty freeze-dried cat treats from Vital Essentials and Orijen!

Check us out in-person or online for more cat products! 🐈🐈‍⬛

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07/01/2024

Barks N' Rec will be closed on the 4th of July - regular store hours will resume on the 5th! We hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday! 🎆
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07/01/2024

🐕❤️🤍💙 Dreading what last-minute travelling and fireworks will do to your pup? Prepare both your pets and yourself with these calming dog treats!

From natural melatonin to CBD as their main ingredients, each are made specifically to help soothe your furry friend and stay calm even during the loudest of booms 🎆

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06/22/2024

🚨 Important announcement! Barks N' Rec will be closed this Sunday (6/23)! Regular store hours will resume Monday (6/24). We're sorry for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding! ❤️

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06/10/2024

Have a laugh and more with these Primal freeze-dried and dehydrated treats for dogs! 💚🧡

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05/25/2024

💙 Don't miss out on this holiday sale: 15% off our entire store! 🌟💰 From Saturday (5/25) to Monday (5/27), save on food, toys, treats, accessories, and more!

Use code "RED15" on our online store to cash in on the deal! 🛜🛍️

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05/01/2024

☀️ Beat the heat and tummy aches all at once with The Bear & The Rat's frozen yogurt for dogs! 🍨🐕👅

Packed with tasty flavors and digestive enzymes, this is surely a treat that belongs at any ice cream social. Shop these and many more frozen treats in-store or online! 🛍️✨

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04/27/2024

Important announcement! 🚨

Barks N' Rec will be closing at 3:30pm today (4/27), and regular store hours will resume tomorrow (4/28).

We hope everyone and their pup enjoys the beautiful warm weekend!

04/08/2024

Chicago may not be in the path of totality for today's celestial event, but with 94% coverage, it's still a big deal! ☀️🌕

With that, Barks N' Rec's wants to wish you all a safe viewing of the solar eclipse and leave some tips on what to know and do regarding pets and safety during the event!

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03/30/2024

🕹️ What adventure will you and your heroic pup go on today? 🎮 🌟

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03/27/2024

🌻 Time to hop on over to Barks N' Rec's upcoming Easter Event! 🐇💐

This Friday and Saturday (3/29-3/30), if you shop in-store and spend $40+, you have a chance to get up to 20% off your purchase or can even take an item home for free!

But that's not all... 👀 Be on the lookout for the special Golden Egg hidden outside our store. Find it, bring it in and crack open the most egg-cellent deal of them all! 🥚✨

Let the Easter savings begin!

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03/20/2024

The birds are chirping, the insects are buzzing, the flowers are blooming, and you and your pup are feeling a photoshoot coming up! 📸 ✨ 💐

We're looking for new photo submissions of your pup(s)-at-play to display on our walls at our store! Make sure to send any and all photos to [email protected] to be considered.

If your photo is selected, we'll credit you with 50 reward points to use at our store, both in person and online! 🤩

All photos must be: self taken, high resolution, in portrait orientation and of animal subjects only.

Good luck to everyone! 🍀 🌼 🌸

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03/16/2024

t's never too early to say Happy St. Patrick's Day, aka Happy Green Chicago River Day! May everyone have a safe and lucky weekend! 💚🍀🌈

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02/29/2024

Jump into the Spring season this leap year with SodaPup's Water Frog Enrichment Tray! 🐸

Peanut butter, wet food, plain yogurt, blueberries, and so many other tasty and refreshing foods and treats can be used to keep your pup relaxed as warmer temperatures start rolling in ☀️🌿✨

Shop this and other SodaPup enrichment trays at Barks N' Rec, both online and in-store!

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02/21/2024

You know what they say: a biscuit a day keeps the doctor away! 🧑‍⚕️‼️ ... No... wait... how does it go again?

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02/19/2024

What? Above 50 degree weather? Time to bust out the grill and ice cream! ☀️🐶🍨

If there's one thing Chicagoans love to do, it's acting like it's summer when it's some degrees above freezing and the sun peaks out even if for a few seconds. No shame in that, it's tradition! That's why you should treat your pup to a cool and refreshing pupsicle with the help of MessyMutt's Spill Resistant Silicone Popsicle Molds!

With 6 perfectly-sized treats per tray and a molded stick holder for edible stick treats, it's time to say goodbye to huddling indoors for warmth and hello to ice cream socials! (But still, bundle up when necessary!) 🥶

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02/14/2024

Happy Valentine's day to you and your furry friends! 🐕🐈💝 Stop by our store to take a photo in our very own Kissing Booth! 💘💞💖

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02/08/2024

February is National Pet Dental Health Month! 🐕🦷🪥

Some pet parents may forget to give their furry friend's teeth a brush and wash as frequently as they brush their own teeth, but frequent home dental care can go a long way toward helping protect your pet against dental disease and related problems

However it's never too late to start, and we here at Barks N' Rec are ready to help! From dental care kits, mouth solutions, teeth wipes and dental chews (soft and crunchy for those texture-specific pups and felines), we'll do our best to kick off your pet's healthy dental adventure! 🐶✨

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11/24/2023

15% OFF Entire Purchase 🐶🎁
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11/02/2023

HOLIDAY IS HERE🐶🎁

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10/02/2023

Hmm... wonder what's going on here? What could be coming soon? Whatever it is, hopefully it's as sweet and tasty as Halloween candy! 🍬

The exciting surprise located at our retail location is coming together! 🙌🎉 Look out for further updates both here and at our store as we work on finalizing everything for a grand reveal!

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08/28/2023

We’ve got a special TREAT on the way! ✨

Be on the lookout as we bring something new and exciting to our retail location in September. More details coming very soon 😄

08/04/2023

DOUBLE YOUR REC REWARDS, Today 8/4!

08/04/2023

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06/30/2023

Do you have an anxious dog? Super Snouts makes high quality CBD treats for your furry best friend. These treats are great for calming a pet during holidays like The Fourth of July, thunderstorms, travel, and can also be used daily for general anxiety. The benefits of CBD add up over time, so it is always good to stock up and start CBD in the week leading up to a stressful event 🐶

06/26/2023

👨‍🎓🧼 Jordan at .barksnrec passed their Fear Free certification to become only the second certified Fear Free dog groomer in the Chicago area!!!

We're looking for your anxious pups that may be overdue for a grooming and enjoy 20% grooming completed through 7/4.

05/26/2023

🚨 Up to 15% Off

Daycare Package Sale
Now thru 5/29

05/24/2023

VE doesn't cut corners. Their whole animal protein gives your pet the premium ingredients they need to help support:

⚡️ More energetic playtime
✨ Healthier & shinier coats
❤️ Immune & heart health

05/23/2023

The best cuts for your best friend—the only way to properly celebrate National Pet Month.

Learn why Vital Essentials premium butcher cut protein makes high-quality, nutritious meals.

Freeze-dried and frozen dog food are both popular options for pet owners who want to provide their dogs with high-quality, nutritious meals. However, there is one key difference between the two types of food that are worth considering when deciding which one is right for your dog and lifestyle.

02/04/2022