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Sherry Buchbinder - President, Founder, CEO

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It is amazing how one small instance can change the course of one’s life; my particular instance was rescuing a little brown dog we named Barker.  Being confined to a wheelchair and actually quite bored I soon began coming up with games for Barker and I to play to pass the time. I didn’t realize that I was actually teaching Barker task work.  And so began my introduction to the wonderful world of service dogs and how they benefit those of us with a disability.  

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I was hooked! Since then I took every class I could, worked one on one with the most qualified trainers and became certified in most everything working dog related. In other words I immersed myself in this amazing world. During these few years, I also met several therapy dog teams and learned how a visit from a friendly dog could bring a smile and comfort to those who need hope.

 

And so the journey began. First there was Barker, next was Doc-Barker and now we have Kidd-Barker; what a road we have traveled! Thanks Barker, I wouldn’t be who am today without your trust and belief in me thus giving me the ability to trust myself. 

ABOUT

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Mission Statement

The Barker Dog Foundation®, (BDFI) provides an innovative learning platform creating a unique researched-based educational atmosphere to facilitate a strong human canine connection. 

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Our mission is to improve team’s effectiveness through education, communication, and community service; and to create a nurturing environment fostering mutual respect for both humans and canines.

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The Barker Dog Foundation® is committed to enhancing working dog teams through research, education and advocacy.

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PURPOSE

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Promote the advancement of education and/or science in the area of dogs assisting people in their daily lives.

 

Explore the biological, affective, psycho-social and cognitive aspects of working human/canine teams. 

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Reduce prejudice and discrimination of working dog teams through education and community outreach; decreasing social tensions while leaving a positive impression behind. 

 

Advocate for human/canine team's rights secured by law through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other pertinent legislation.

CONTACT

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Address:

The Barker Dog Foundation

P. O. Box 1974

Laramie, Wyoming 82073

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Phone: (307)  219-BDFI (2334) 

Email: barkerdogfoundation@gmail.com

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The Barker Dog Foundation® is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt non-profit organization, tax ID# 85-1400979

"Education, Advocacy, and Outreach for Working Dogs and their Handlers"

©2021 Barker Dog Foundation®, Inc. (BDFI)

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

For assistance, please email

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