Central Bark Joins 2026 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies

The brand, which specializes in "whole dog care," achieved a 16.1% year-over-year growth in 2025. This momentum placed the company at number 4,425 overall on the Inc. 5000 list. Local and sectoral metrics highlight this trajectory, with Central Bark ranking 18th in the Milwaukee-Waukesha area, 37th in Wisconsin, and 119th within the consumer services category.

CEO Bob Crawford attributed the milestone to the company’s specialized philosophy, which integrates canine behavioral science into services like enrichment day care, boarding, and training. The ranking arrives alongside the company’s recent receipt of the 2026 Pet Innovation Award for Best Boarding Service of the Year. Currently, the network operates 45 locations nationwide, leveraging two decades of industry experience to scale its franchise model further.