Mission

BARC-CT is a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal advocacy + rescue organization that exists to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome unwanted dogs from within our community and throughout Connecticut.

Focus

BARC-CT focuses on rescuing animals and providing them with medical care and access to trainers and behaviorists in order to help them make a full recovery regardless of what they have endured.

We rely solely on dedicated volunteers, including fosters who take rescued animals into their home and provide them with the care and nurturing they need. The generosity of donors provides funding for the many needs of the animals such as vetting, boarding, training, and general care.

All of our foster and adoptive homes are fully screened; this includes checking personal and vet references, obtaining landlord permission to have a pet, and meeting with the applicant while conducting a home visit to ensure the home is the right fit for the animal. All of our animals are vaccinated, microchipped and altered prior to adoption.

Goals

Our goal is to restore dignity, trust, and quality of life to each of the dogs in our care while working diligently to place them into the appropriate, loving “forever” home they deserve. We would love to have you join us on our mission in whatever way you choose: 

ADOPT

When you adopt a dog from BARC-CT you are actually saving the lives of two dogs—by adopting one, space opens for us to save the life of another. So adopt, don't shop! Please see the Adopt page for more information.
 

foster

Our organization relies on volunteers to foster dogs until a "forever" home is found. Fostering saves lives! Please see the Foster page for more information.

DOnate

The greatest burden on an animal rescue organization is never having enough money. All of our dog adoptions include basic vetting, but many of our animals require additional care. These costs add up. Whatever your donation amount, 100% of it is tax deductible and will go directly towards the care of our animals. Please see the Donate page for more information.

Our Story

Bridgeport Animal Rescue Crew of Connecticut (BARC-CT) was originally founded to try and find permanent homes for impounded dogs. As their reputation grew, BARC-CT expanded beyond the limits of Bridgeport to assist with dogs in need from all over Connecticut.

BARC-CT acquired nonprofit status in 2016 and exists solely on donations and grant funding.

The ever growing plight of homeless animals in this country, both in shelters and those abandoned on the streets is a never-ending challenge. Far too many animals are euthanized every day simply because they are homeless. Through education and community outreach, people are realizing that unwanted animals are not damaged goods, but in fact are wonderful, devoted family pets who need our help!