BARC, Inc.

Bernese Auction Rescue Coalition

BARC, Inc. is a non-profit corporation dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Bernese Mountain Dogs from dog brokers, dog auctions, puppy mills, and any other dangerous, exploitative or abusive situation.  BARC, Inc. places these dogs in loving pet homes as spayed or neutered companions.

Our Officers

President- Amy Kessler                                                     Board of Directors

Vice-President- Gary Turner                                               Courtney Erickson

Secretary- Liz Caldwell                                                       Jane Heggen

Treasurer- Nancy Melone

On a recent visit to the Northeast, President, Amy Kessler (far left), was reunited with some of her BARC babies.

Their courage and dedication is unmatched, and our gratitude is immeasurable.

Left to Right:  Jane Heggen, Shaun O'Rourke, Penny Turner, Cathy Lanning, Gary Turner, Gail Miller, Henslee Dutton, Mary Fries, Liz Caldwell, Courtney Erickson, and Maren Plagens

BARC, Inc. is honored to be chosen as the recipient of the 2001 Dogs Best Friend humanitarian services award.

Thanks to everyone at Dogs Best Friend!

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