Good People

Q&A with The Working K9
At Big Barker we love highlighting organizations that are doing important work to help support dogs. We sat down with Veronica of The Working K9 to talk about her organization and how she has been able to help save dogs from the Meat Trade to where her love of helping dogs comes from. Learn more about Veronica's story below by reading some of the questions we asked her and the answers she submitted.
Big Dog Mom's Review of the Backseat Barker SUV Bed

During a recent 2,000 mile trip, Stephanie and her Mastiffs, Junior and Sulley put the Backseat Barker through its paces. Scoring this bed on ease of use, quality, durability, affordability, and the drool score. Watch the full review to see how it scored!

The Backseat Barker: The “Must-have for Any Travelin’ Dog"
Our friends over at Adventure Rig just reviewed what they've since dubbed the “must-have for any travelin’ dog,” the Backseat Barker SUV Bed. In their review, Cally shared that their dog, Hank, has been slowing down after long hikes and walks as he’s gotten older. But, since using the Backseat Barker on their trips, she’s noticed an improvement in his mobility.
16 Questions | Cole the Deaf Dog
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! The month of July is Disability Pride Month to both celebrate and strive to become better allies to the disabled community.
16 Questions | The Dobie Sisters
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! Today we're talking with Rory from The Dobie Sisters — an amazing photographer, passionate advocate, and dog mom of her Dobermans, Griffin and Boston.
This Teen Makes Bow Ties for Shelter Dogs to Help Them Get Adopted
Meet Darius Brown. He's the genius behind creating bow ties for adoptable animals and he's only a teenager! He is on a mission to help as many dogs and cats in the world as he can.
How Rescue Dogs In Ohio are Helping Veterans
In central Ohio, an organization called Pets for Heroes, has made it their mission to train rescue dogs to become companion dogs for veterans who suffer from mental health issues such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Firefighters Rescue Dog from Cliff at San Francisco’s Fort Funston
Horror struck a couple as their sweet lab ventured off the cliff and could not be reached. Luckily, the Fire Department was just a call away and hurried over to help this pup.
Adventure Rig’s Review of Big Barker Beds
Our friends at Adventure Rig, Cally and Hank have had their Big Barker for awhile now and wanted to share how it’s been going. Check out their review here!
The Amazing Story of Ghost
Hailley Buckley got a call one Friday evening during a hurricane that was hitting the Southern United States, including Hailley’s hometown in Alabama. It was from a friend she hadn’t heard from in a while.
16 Questions | Kelsey from Life with Two Danes
Learn more about Kelsey, Ryuk and Nori from Life with Two Danes
Customer Spotlight: Tracy, Thelma & Louise
A dog is a companion for life and will come into your life in different ways. Sometimes dogs come into your life when you need a friend and other times people come into dogs’ lives when they need them most. Just take Tracy Dietz and her sweet dogs, Thelma, and Louise, for example.
Runner Ends Up Adopting Stray Dog Who Ran 77 Miles of Grueling Marathon With Him
Dion Leonard expected to meet some new friends while participating in a seventy seven mile race in a new country. However, he never expected to meet Gobi, a truly athletic little pup.
Sweet Shelter Dog Gets The Best Surprise For Christmas

Goliath is such a sweet tempered Great Dane and after he was dropped off at a shelter, some guys decided that he needed some TLC. Read the full story about Goliath's special surprise for Christmas.

Dog Rescued by US Coast Guard
No one’s sure how Cash the dog got lost in the middle of the ocean, but fortunately the US Coast Guard was able to rescue him after he may have been paddling desperately for half an hour. The rescuers pulled alongside the dog and whistled for him to come aboard but he just kept paddling.
Congrats, Buddy Mercury - the most TAIL-ENTED Pet of the Year!
Yesterday, our dear friend, Buddy Mercury made BIG news when he won the most TAIL-ENTED Pet of the Year on Good Morning America! 👏 He sings, he plays piano and he’s a beagle – a triple threat!
Dog Saved From Meat Truck Travels Across The World To Her New Family
Pearl is a gorgeous little three-legged black french bulldog. She was saved from a meat truck in China, and after a short recuperation came to California to be fostered.
Woman Saves Dozens Of Abandoned Dogs In The Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian
Chella Phillips performed a selfless act after Hurricane Dorian struck the Bahamas. Many dogs were left without homes following the storm and Phillips took some in, providing them shelter and love.
Kansas Man Moves Into Animal Shelter to Help Dog Get Adopted
This man is an incredible example of determination and dedication in expressing how much he cares for dogs. Queen, has spent a significant portion of her life inside of an animal shelter and has had lots of trouble finding a owner despite being friendly and obedient.
Guy Fills His Home With Pitties No One Wants
Jason experienced a personal loss and found purpose and love in creating a pit bull rescue. He saves pit bulls from being euthanized at shelters and nurses the sick ones back to health.
Vet Eats In Rescue Dog's Cage To Make Her Feel Safe
This is the heartwarming story of a rescued dog, Gracie, and the veterinarian, Dr. Andy Mathis, that nurtured her back to health. Found in the street, Gracie was so scared of people and the world in general, she would not even eat food at first.