The barking babies™ mission is simple: we recognize the importance of your barking baby to a lifetime of happiness and strive to enhance their lifestyle in return by offering fashionably hip, urban goods that are well designed, functional, and always fun.  After all... barking babies™ deserve the best!

The tail of barking babies™ begins in Japan.
While living abroad in Tokyo, the beautiful, unique, and utterly fashion-forward apparel and accessories available to fido fashionistas caught the eye of Nancy Jelenic and her Jack Russell Terrier, Quintin. They created the name barking babies™ then and there in tribute to the families who treated their dogs like children. Determined to bring the same level of quality of goods to which they'd grown accustomed to home, Nancy & Quintin opened  barking babies™. A place where the dogs are our babies - a sentiment shared by our clientele from around the world.

Nancy, her fab team of top dogs and pack of fashion-loving fidos, work to create not only a one-stop shop for your doggie needs, but a special place that caters to their canine clients and owners. We are the original barking babies™ expanding over the years into a full lifestyle store from its fashionable beginnings to a place that offers the best in dog products, spaw services, doggie daycare, dog walking, dog training all while maintaining that personal touch that sets them apart from the pack. 

We do not, or ever have, sold puppies or support puppy mills in that manner. If you're looking to add a little bundle of furry love to your family, look for rescue groups, or visit your local shelter, or research reputable, registered breeders! DO NOT BUY from pet stores. Put your pawprint here for more info and here are top 10 reasons not to buy pet store puppies.

We love to pamper our beloved barking babies™, and we know we’re not alone!
Come visit us on the corner of chic and canine.

Nancy Jelenic, Alpha Dog
Owner
Nancy became addicted to the world of haute canine couture while living abroad in Tokyo, Japan where she worked in advertising. Changing paths from advertising and marketing guru to the dog fashion business, Nancy considers her mission with the boutique a joy, not a job, to provide only the best for our beloved barking babies™. Nancy's two barking babies™ are her Yorkie Georgie Girl and rescued puppy mill three year vet, her Chihuahua Mr. Pickles. 

Caolaidhe Lundy, Top Dog
Manager
With her partner in crime dog, Scotty, Caolaidhe runs the day-to-day operations at barking babies™. This fashionista has taken her love of trends, dogs, and experiences in the market to the next level by helping source the latest trends and even created her own Perverted Puppies clothing line.

 

Saffrina Welch, Top Trainer Dog
Trainer
Dog Star Academy graduate and APDT certified Saffrina has a background in Zoology, but prefers to 'get dogs back on track' these days with OFF TRACK Dog Training. She lends her expertise to barking babies™ every week with puppy classes and every Friday with "ask a trainer" day with owners looking to get a leg up on their feisty fidos.

 

Kristy Brisette, Top Style Dog
Groomer
A master groomer with ten years of experience to back her up, Kristy's talents with styling small dogs while specializing in Yorkshire Terriers, is an asset to barking babies™. Kristy's Spoild Rotten Yorkshire Terriers breed the best and show to great acclaim.

 

Andrea Marin, Top Style Dog
Groomer
With over 5 years experience and having owned her own grooming salon, Andrea brings experience and is dedicated to making dogs look their best! Andrea specializes in Poodles, Shitzus, Pomeranians, Maltese, Havanese and Schnauzers (she grooms cats too!) She is an asset to barking babies™ team.

 

Sarah Hirjee, Top Social Dog
Events Coordinator
Sarah and her barking baby Lilah help make all our boutique events the poochiest in town. From the treats to the who's-who, Sarah's our socialista with style.

 

Danica Witzke, Top Dog
Sales Associate
With an education in dog nutrition and experience working at natural dog food stores, Danica loves to pamper all pooches that step into barking babies™ with a holistic approach that benefits them body and soul.

 

Karin Maxey, Freelance Fido
Communications
This west coast writer finds her inspiration in her Yorkie, Mr. Big, and fashion; a natural for writing the eNewsletters and web copy for barking babies™ when she's not dabbling in fiction, screenwriting, and copywriting for various local and national organizations. Find her at WriterGirlKarin.com.

 

Valerie La, Freelance Fido
Graphics
Val's expertise in the design department keeps the barking babies™ website and all associated graphics looking their finest. Along with her faithful sidekick Naro, Val's talents are what keep us looking cute.

 

We are certified in Pet First Aid by " Walks N' Wags" Canada's longest standing first aid program. Your babies well-being is our number one priority.  

 

"Yesterday I was a dog. Today I'm a dog. Tomorrow I'll probably still be a dog. Sigh! There's so little hope for advancement." - Snoopy

Fav quote of Quintin, my beloved Jack Russell Terrier. But My Quintin you will always advance in my heart - a little more every day!