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About BarkZone

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How it began

It started with Gunner.

Gunner was an energetic puppy. After adopting him, Eric Simpson began taking him to dog daycare. That experience inspired an idea: a daycare and boarding business of his own.

With the support of his friends and family, Eric opened BarkZone in August 2003.

Gunner, a fluffy tan dog with a dark face, lying on a blue play platform at dog daycare
Gunner, the puppy who inspired BarkZone.

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