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For decades, pet licensing policies have focused almost exclusively on dogs. This made sense when dogs represented the majority of owned companion animals, and when cats were more likely to roam freely without consistent veterinary care. But times have changed, and our local policies need to change with them.

Six months ago today, I had the incredible opportunity to take the reins of BarkPass, a company already rooted in passion, purpose, and...

You now have the option to configure each pass in BarkPass to automatically pass along credit card and transaction fees to residents at checkout. This means your community maintains the full revenue of each transaction. 

Managing dog park access isn't about exclusion, it's about creating an enhanced experience.

With the right framework, microchip-only licensing can be both efficient and effective for municipalities and pet owners alike. 

Over 90% of US communities have pet licensing ordinances on the books - but with compliance averaging 13% the current systems aren't fetching results. Learn how BarkPass can make you a community hero.

NACA & BarkPass: Working Together to Modernize Pet Licensing & Permitted Dog Parks

We’re excited to announce the launch of two powerful new features in BarkPass: Mail Merge and Mail Labels! While BarkPass is designed to...

As federal funding cuts hit, they will send ripples through every level of government, affecting services that many people don’t...

BarkPass simplifies dog park management by streamlining operations, reducing administrative burdens and improving experiences.

When I was first evaluating BarkPass as a potential business opportunity, one of the key features that truly stood out above anything...

Creating Community Programs Around Dog Parks to Strengthen Neighborhood Bonds

Dog parks are more than just fenced-in spaces—they’re community hubs where pet owners gather, socialize, and bond over their love for...

A New Future for Pet Licensing and BarkPass As the proud new owner of BarkPass, I’m thrilled to share my vision for the future of pet...

Co-authored by Mark Gorman of TAILS & ALES Dog parks are more than just playgrounds for our furry friends to frolic; they are vital...

Today, I’m thrilled to announce I will be taking the helm of BarkPass LLC ( www.barkpass.com ), an innovative software company that...

Over the last few months, I have been able to reach out to, and chat with, so many people in animal welfare with whom I haven’t spoken in...

The Impact of Technology on Mental Health, Especially in Animal Welfare  I had the incredible opportunity to hear Brigid Schulte speak at...

Recently, I had a fantastic opportunity to learn about the surrender diversion programs at both Dallas Animal Services (DAS) and Forth...

As I was looking for the first topic for my new blog, Shelter Animals Count (SAC) released their 2024 midyear report .  Rightly so, the...