Good Dogs

The Guide Dog Foundation: Radar and Anastasia
In 1946, when the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind was founded, its mission was simple: to provide guide dogs and training – free of charge – to people who were blind or visually impaired.  Radar is one of many...
Seven Year Old Retriever Struck by Vehicle Now Recovering on His Big Barker Bed
Diesel Hahn is a seven-year-old Retriever from the Chesapeake Bay Area who was unfortunately struck by a vehicle earlier this month on the interstate. A good samaritan stayed with the dog until police arrived and the owner was able to...
Paws of Honor: Meet Lady
Born in July 2013, K9 Lady served as a Military Working Dog in the United States Air Force. She was trained as a single purpose K9 in Explosive Detection, and worked at Fairchild Air Force Base, which is located about...
Paws of Honor: Meet Ronni
My name is Nick, and I would like to introduce my retired MWD (Military Working Dog) Ronni/P835. He is a 12-year-old Dutch Shepherd trained in Patrol and Explosive Detection.     The primary role that Ronni provided was for explosive...
Paws of Honor: Meet Cobra
Cobra was a Patrol/Explosives Detector Dog in the US Navy. Military Working Dog, K9 Cobra, was assigned to her first and only handler, Ashley S., in July 2009. Cobra worked as a Patrol/Explosive Detection Dog in the United States Navy. In March 2011, Cobra and Ashley deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan for 10 months.
The Pack: Jax The Golden
Welcome to another edition of Big Barker's interview series, Sit, Stay, Speak, where we get to know our favorite internet friends and their dogs! This week we had the honor of interviewing Jax the Golden! Jax was a competitor on the...
Vito: The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
In 1946, when the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind was founded, its mission was simple: to provide guide dogs and training – free of charge – to people who were blind or visually impaired.  For 75 years, the Guide...
Amber: The Marshall Fire Good Dog Gold Medal Hero
Our team at Big Barker greatly appreciates all the things dogs do to help their communities. We are eager to share the stories of Good Dogs doing amazing acts of service in their communities on our blog. Here are some...
8 Year Old Girl Paralyzed in Accident Gains a New Service Dog Best Friend
A lifetime bond was created between a little girl and a Golden Retriever all because of a snuggle. Eight-year-old, Memphis Rose Hamman, was the victim of a June 2020 car accident that unfortunately left her with a punctured lung, fractured...
Dog Leads Her Dad To An Abandoned Puppy Sleeping In A Hole
Dogs always find a way to amaze us each day. Whether that be cheering us up when we feel down, lending us a helping paw, or alerting us during a bad situation, these amazing creatures make every day better. Meet...
Meet the Incredible Shelter Dog who is now a K-9 Officer in New York
A New York police force recently added a wonderful addition to their family! Meet Maggie, a stray dog from Long Island, with boundless energy and a unique life story.