WAYS TO HELP
Helping dogs can take many forms — and not all of them require opening your wallet. Whatever you choose, thanks for being part of the pack.
There's more than one way to help a dog.
My Barking Life exists to help dogs stay out of shelters, support spay/neuter efforts, and help dogs and their people live better lives together.
But giving back comes in a lot of different forms. Maybe you can make a donation. Maybe you can buy a shirt. Maybe you can commission a portrait. Or maybe you simply have five minutes to read something useful and share it with someone who needs it.
It all counts.
So I’ve created a bunch of ways for you to support the mission, whether you have money to give, creativity to share, or simply a few minutes and a willingness to learn.
The Bark Boutique
Want to wear your love of dogs on your sleeve? Literally?
The Bark Boutique is home to My Barking Life designs created for people who believe dogs are worth celebrating — and worth helping.
From goofy dog-owner humor to designs with a little more bite, every purchase helps support the work behind My Barking Life.
PORTRAITS FOR PREVENTION
Twice a year, I turn my love of dogs and my questionable ability to draw them into a fundraiser. Portraits for Prevention raises money for spay/neuter efforts by turning your dog's photo into a custom digital portrait. You make a donation directly to the shelter, send me your proof and your dog's photo, and I'll make you some art. It's a little bit of dog. A little bit of art. And a whole lot of prevention.
read. learn. share.
My blog is full of free, practical information designed to help dogs and the people who love them. Whether it's a practical resource from the Pet Parent Toolkit or a breed deep dive that examines the realities every prospective dog owner should understand before bringing one home,
you can find something useful. Share it with someone who needs it. Help somebody make a better decision for a dog.
CUSTOM MERCHANDISE, ART, AND APPAREL
Want something that's a little more personal? I create custom pet portraits and merchandise featuring the animals you love. You can also find My Barking Life designs on apparel, accessories, and other fun stuff. Because apparently having approximately 47 pictures of your dog on your phone isn't enough.