Bernese Auction Rescue Coalition
Est. 2001
The Bernese Auction Rescue Coalition (BARC) is a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to rescuing Bernese Mountain Dogs from commercial breeding facilities, auctions, and other vulnerable situations. BARC works to rehabilitate and rehome these dogs, ensuring they receive proper medical care, socialization, and love before being placed in their forever homes.
Through a network of foster families and volunteers across the United States, BARC provides veterinary care and emotional support to rescued Berners. Our mission is to give these dogs a second chance at a happy, healthy life while educating the public about responsible pet ownership and the realities of commercial breeding operations.
Est. 2001
The Bernese Auction Rescue Coalition (BARC) is a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to rescuing Bernese Mountain Dogs from commercial breeding facilities, auctions, and other vulnerable situations. BARC works to rehabilitate and rehome these dogs, ensuring they receive proper medical care, socialization, and love before being placed in their forever homes.
Through a network of foster families and volunteers across the United States, BARC provides veterinary care and emotional support to rescued Berners. Our mission is to give these dogs a second chance at a happy, healthy life while educating the public about responsible pet ownership and the realities of commercial breeding operations.
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BARC Board of Directors
Amy Kessler, Barbara Getchell-Sherman, Lisa Florin, Jennifer Anderson, Abby Hickman, Nicole Prentis & Shannon Coates
Amy Kessler, Barbara Getchell-Sherman, Lisa Florin, Jennifer Anderson, Abby Hickman, Nicole Prentis & Shannon Coates