Every brand begins with a story and Barks & Besos' begins with meeting our founding pup Valentino.
In 2021 while living in Rome, I finally achieved my lifelong wish of having a soulmate in the form of a furry little pup. I didn’t realize it then, but that moment sparked everything I cared for and more such as, my passion for dog parenthood, my love for animal rescue work, and eventually, the creation of this brand.
When I moved back to the U.S. with Valentino, I found myself constantly searching for places to bring him, ways to enrich his life, and products that actually felt meaningful — not generic. Around the same time, I longed for community and started volunteering with Wise Animal Rescue, helping at events and running social media. The rescue world opened my eyes even more: the need, the community, the heart.
That’s when it clicked.
A brand rooted in:
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compassion
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community
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rescue advocacy
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joyful dog-mom energy
Today, Bark & Besos brings together quality products, playful style, and purpose.
This brand may have started with one dog from Rome but it’s growing into something meant for all dog parents who love their pups a little extra.