Central Bark Oakdale
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 71 reviews · top 13% in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 71 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #19 of 162 in Minneapolis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$48 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $39$45
Pricier than most in Minneapolis
Sources
Behind the $48
- Source
- Central Bark Oakdale’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Non-Member Schedule & Pay As You Go Reservations are subject to availability. 48/day”Open their price page ↗
Central Bark Oakdale is a dog daycare in Oakdale, MN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 71 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #19 of 162 in Minneapolis. Its website lists daycare from $48 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $48/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Minneapolis
- #19 of 162
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (71)
- From downtown
- 14.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“All dogs, member and non-member, must pass a behavior assessment and attend at least once per week for enrollment in our day care program.”centralbarkusa.com/oakdale/enrichment-dog-day-care/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Before your dog s first day, make sure required vaccination records and account information are up to date.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Central Bark locations do not have staff staying overnight with boarding dogs.”centralbarkusa.com/oakdale/
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Our teams also follow established safety practices throughout the day, including supervised play and structured play and rest periods.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Optional services such as Training Tutor and One-on-One Enrichment can provide additional mental stimulation.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Once logged in, you can also manage your account and pet information, submit updated vaccine records, view report cards, and manage upcoming visits.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“We encourage pet parents to contact their local Central Bark to ask questions or schedule a tour and see the facility firsthand.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
grooming 17puppy hour 7puppy social 7clean environment 7puppy classes 3basic obedience classes 2dog behavior questions 2beautiful building 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2022-10-04 |
| 2024 | — | $46/day | Archived page, 2024-12-12 |
| 2025 | — | $46/day | Archived page, 2025-11-14 |
| Now | — | $48/day | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
3115 Hadley Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128
14.7 miles from downtown Minneapolis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Central Bark Oakdale
What services does Central Bark Oakdale offer?
Central Bark Oakdale is listed as a dog day care center in Oakdale, MN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Central Bark Oakdale charge?
Its website lists daycare at $48 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Central Bark Oakdale?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Central Bark Oakdale compare with other Minneapolis facilities?
It ranks #19 of 162 in the Minneapolis index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 71 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Central Bark Oakdale, Oakdale, MN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/minneapolis-mn/central-bark-oakdale/Similar places near Oakdale
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