I’m Debra, the founder of Comedy Barks, a small but mighty brand created from resilience, gratitude, and love for the incredible service dog community.
A few years ago, my life changed forever. I survived both a brain tumor removal and an aortic dissection — two challenges that tested every part of me. Recovery wasn’t easy, but it gave me a new perspective on what it means to live with courage, compassion, and humor.
During that journey, my service dog became my lifeline for assistance and for emotional strength and laughter when I needed it most.
One thing I noticed again and again: people often approach service dogs when they shouldn’t. Most of them mean well, but they just don’t understand.
That’s when the idea for Comedy Barks was born.
I started designing service dog shirts for handlers to wear. These shirts educate the public in a friendly, clear, and sometimes funny way. Because awareness doesn’t have to be cold or clinical. It can come with a smile.
Every shirt in our line is designed to educate the public and protect service dogs by discouraging unwanted attention and interaction. The messages are clear, kind, and sometimes funny because a little humor goes a long way.
Each purchase supports our mission to:
Advocate for service dog awareness
Empower others living with medical challenges
Celebrate the bond between handler and service dog
This isn’t just a clothing line — it’s a story of survival, strength, and the unbreakable connection between humans and their dogs.
Thank you for helping spread awareness, compassion, and a little laughter along the way.
– Debra & Chloe
Founders, Comedy Barks
Because every hero deserves a little space to work.
Each Comedy Barks shirt is:
Comfortable — because comfort matters when every day is unpredictable.
Purposeful — every message helps the public learn how to respect working dogs.
Empowering — for people with medical challenges who deserve dignity and space.
Every sale supports our mission to:
Comedy Barks isn’t just about shirts.
Thank you for helping spread awareness, compassion, and a little laughter along the way.
– Debra & Chloe
Founders, Comedy Barks
Because every hero deserves a little space to work.
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