Good Dogs

It was just a normal walk home one day when Karen felt that someone was following her. When she looked back, she noticed a nervous German Shepherd was shadowing her at a distance. “I wasn’t scared of her following. At first,...

After a LONG day of work or school, it's the perfect time to take a nap... except in the mind of our dogs! Our dogs have been waiting all day to play with us and you better be ready to...

It was just an ordinary cave exploration for Gerry Keene, when he found something he had never seen before almost 500 feet under the ground... a dog! The sweet pup was extremely skinny and weak with matted fur curled up...

Bringing home an adorable new puppy or a sweet senior dog is one of the greatest feelings in both your life and the dog's. It is a time of learning, love, patience, and bonding. We've asked our awesome Big Barker...

On July 2nd, family and friends were brought together to celebrate the marriage of Tamíris Muzini and Douglas Robert in Vila Velha, Brazil. However, the wedding was "crashed" by an unexpected guest. Caramelo de Jesus is just one of many million stray dogs within...

It was the epitome of a perfect summer day. Sun shining, kids in the pool, and not a care in the world for the Michaelis Family. Little did they know what they were about to encounter. A mountain lion was stalking their...

Our friends at Our Companions Animal Rescue recently sent us the story of Gumball, a three year old Pitbull, who is currently receiving care at their facility after being thrown off of a bridge in North Carolina. He suffered from brain...

The day you have been dreaming of since you were a child has finally arrived - it's time to pick up the newest addition to your family, a puppy! Being a puppy parent is no easy task and it's important...

In November of 2021, an adorable American Bully named James was surrendered to Pitties.Love.Peace based out of Elizabethtown, PA. When James arrived he was taken in by Shannon Ryan, a volunteer at the shelter, and her husband Bryan Hughes. Instantly, Shannon...

The Big Barker team is happy to recognize amazing dogs doing amazing things in their communities. Meet Kovu and Kenna, two adorable pups, who have been named Big Barker official Good Dog Gold Medal Winners. Get to know more about them and...

A six-year-old Goldendoodle is being hailed a hero following its rescue of a baby otter from the frigid Minnesota River. Gus, who only has three legs, following an amputation of the back leg because of a tumor, jumped into action...

It’s time to celebrate! Phoenix, 4-year-old Saint Bernard/Shepherd mix, has reached the one year mark of being cancer free. To honor Phoenix and this momentous occasion, the San Diego Humane Society held a party filled with dog-friendly peanut butter cake,...

A ten-month-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier is searching for a place to call home. Luna was diagnosed with Wobblers syndrome, which is a neurological disease in dogs that can lead to loss of coordination and balance. Despite her condition, Luna is...

Here at Big Barker, we love celebrating amazing dogs and all the things they have done to help their communities. When Big Barker finds a Good Dog doing amazing acts of service in their community, we are eager to share...