BARK Institute

09/01/2025

📚🐾 Back to School at B.A.R.K. Institute!
This fall, let’s get your pup ready for success! Book any training service for October during the first two weeks of September and you’ll receive a complimentary 30-minute private lesson with one of our trainers. It’s the perfect way to start off on the right paw! 🐶✨

👉 Like this post and tell us in the comments what your dog needs to work on this school year.
📞 Mention this post when you call to book to claim your free lesson!

💡 At B.A.R.K. Institute, we specialize in:
✔️ Professional dog training programs (board & train, private lessons, group classes)
✔️ Luxury boarding with medical care supported by veterinary technicians
✔️ Engaging daycare and structured socialization
✔️ Community pack walks, education events, and more

08/12/2025

7 new canine good citizens passed their test last night !

08/10/2025

🐾 August Events at B.A.R.K. Institute

📚 Group Class – August 13 @ 6 PM
🐕‍🦺 Pack Walk – August 23 @ 10 AM at Smithville Park (Playground Entrance)
💧 Bring water, a leash, and walking shoes!

How to sign up:
• Pack Walk → Reservation → Training → Pack Walk → Select date
• Group Class → Training → Drop-In Class → Select date

Let’s make August a month full of learning, walking, and bonding with your pups! 🐶✨

08/03/2025

We are so proud to have been part of this journey for Gambit and Howard !

Trainer Jessica raised and did almost all of Gambits training with the support of our team along the way and all her hardwork shined through this seamless integration

So thankful for Rescue 22 Foundation for choosing US to be the northeast training hub for this incredible program 🇺🇸

Meet Team Howard and Service Dog Gambit.

Howard is an Army veteran, avid marathon runner, and camping, hiking enthusiast. It was important that his service dog could be his running and active outdoor companion while meeting his needs. We are so proud of the work that they have put in together and excited for all the new milestones they will accomplish as a team.

Thank you to the team .a.r.k.institute for all the incredible training and support 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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06/29/2025

🩺 More than boarding — it’s peace of mind.

At B.A.R.K. Institute, we specialize in medical boarding for dogs who need a little extra care. Whether it’s:
✅ Diabetes
✅ Seizures
✅ Fluid therapy
✅ Senior care
…your dog is in the hands of trained veterinary technicians who know exactly what to do.

We’re not just a place to stay — we’re a place to heal, rest, and be safely supported.

💬 Comment “CARE” to speak with our team about your dog’s medical needs.

06/27/2025

Dog Safety with Kids Starts with Education — Not Discipline.
Safe interactions aren’t just about telling dogs “no” — they’re about teaching everyone (especially kids!) how to respect boundaries, read body language, and build trust.

✅ Supervision is key
✅ Gentle handling matters
✅ Stress signals should never be ignored

Every positive moment between your dog and your child starts with thoughtful guidance.

💬 Comment “SAFE” and we’ll send you our Dog + Kid Safety Guide with practical tips you can start using today.

06/23/2025

Monday reminder -

🧠 We don’t just train obedience — we train state of mind.

Because just teaching sit, stay, and come isn’t enough.
Obedience commands won’t fix anxiety, reactivity, or impulse control — not for the long run.

What truly changes your dog’s behavior?
✅ Calm confidence under stress
✅ Clear expectations and boundaries
✅ A regulated nervous system and strong relationship

We train the mindset, not just the motion.
And that’s where the magic happens.

💬 Comment “MINDSET” if you’re ready to go beyond basic obedience.

06/20/2025

🐾 Reactivity isn’t disobedience.
It’s not stubbornness. It’s not your dog being “bad.”
It’s a stress response — and it can absolutely be changed with the right training and support.

Your dog isn’t broken.
They’re just overwhelmed.

🧠 We focus on changing your dog’s state of mind, not just forcing obedience.

💬 Comment “REACTIVE” and we’ll send you our Reactivity Checklist to help you get started.

📌 And remember — reactivity isn’t forever. With structure, consistency, and trust, we almost always see major transformations.

06/17/2025

🐾 Top 5 Reasons Dogs Come to B.A.R.K. Institute 🐾
From wild pups to worried owners, these are the most common challenges we help families overcome — and we do it with compassion, structure, and results.
Whether you’re dealing with leash mayhem or a serious bite history, we’ve got you.

➡️ Swipe through and comment which one sounds familiar 👀

📲 Ready to transform your dog’s behavior? Let’s chat: (609) 400-4258 | buildingareliablek9@gmail.com

06/16/2025

We’ve seen over a hundred dogs in the last year… and certain issues come up again and again.
Can you guess the top reasons dogs come to B.A.R.K. Institute for training?

📩 Comment your guesses below — no cheating!
We’ll reveal the answers tomorrow!

06/13/2025

You know how scrolling gives you a brain break?
That’s what a walk does for your dog.

Sniffing, moving, exploring — it’s how they decompress, reset, and feel good in their body. But too many people skip the walk because it’s stressful. Pulling, barking, reacting… we get it. It’s not fun when your arm is the one getting a workout.

💡 That’s where we come in. At B.A.R.K. Institute, we teach leash skills that make walks peaceful—for both ends of the leash.

📱➡️🐕‍🦺
Put down the phone, grab the leash, and take 10 minutes to reconnect—with nature and your dog.
They deserve it. You might need it too.

📍Ready to fix your walks? DM us or check out our training programs.

06/11/2025

New puppy? 🐶 Feeling overwhelmed?
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it all out by trial and error.

At B.A.R.K. Institute, we believe early structure builds lifelong success. Whether your pup is 8 weeks or 6 months, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

📩 Comment “puppy” and we’ll DM you our FREE Puppy Raising Guide — packed with expert tips on crate training, schedules, socialization, and preventing problem behaviors before they start.

👯‍♀️ Know someone who just got a puppy? Tag them below — they’ll thank you later.