Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City

★ 4.8 · 246 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Philadelphia, PA
Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City, Philadelphia
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 246 reviews · top 17% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.6
Reviews read
246 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#36 of 232 in Philadelphia
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$57 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-09
Sources
Behind the $57
Source
Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-09
Rate type
First dog, standard day
“Non-Member Schedule & Pay As You Go Reservations are subject to availability. 57/day”
Open their price page ↗

Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City is a dog daycare in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 246 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #36 of 232 in Philadelphia. Its website lists daycare from $57 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
$57/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Philadelphia
#36 of 232
Google rating
★4.8 (246)
From downtown
1.6 mi
Neighborhood
South Philadelphia
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 before a first stay
Their words
“All dogs must pass a behavior assessment and attend at least once per week for enrollment in our day care program.”centralbarkusa.com/philadelphia/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
“Does someone stay overnight at dog boarding? No. Central Bark locations do not have staff staying overnight with boarding dogs.”centralbarkusa.com/faqs/
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 playPaid add-on
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 of limited areas
Their words
“Contact your local Central Bark to ask about scheduling a tour of the areas your dog may use, including available play and rest spaces”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

9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★223
4 ★11
3 ★4
2 ★5
1 ★3
★ 4.80Google average
246reviews behind the score
★ 4.70Philadelphia average

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

dog socialization 7dog play 6supportive staff 4energetic dogs 3welcoming atmosphere 3dog bathing and blow dry 2exhausted dog 2dog boarding with training 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Handling & correction
Daycare: staff use positive reinforcement to encourage safe playStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
6:45 AM–6:30 PM
Tue
6:45 AM–6:30 PM
Wed
6:45 AM–6:30 PM
Thu
6:45 AM–6:30 PM
Fri
6:45 AM–6:30 PM
Sat
7 AM–6 PM
Sun
7 AM–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

PHL · Philadelphia International
5.2 mi
Weekday hours span
6:45 AM – 6:30 PM
Open Sunday
Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

2501 Wharton St Suite F, Philadelphia, PA 19146

1.6 miles from downtown Philadelphia · South Philadelphia · Get directions

Questions about Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City

What services does Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City offer?
Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City is listed as a dog day care center in Philadelphia, PA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City charge?
Its website lists daycare at $57 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #36 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 246 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Central Bark Philadelphia-Center City, Philadelphia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/central-bark-philadelphia-center-city/

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