Barry (aka Care Bear)

Pet's Age
9 months

Location
Charlotte

Is your pet HSC Alum?
No

Tell us about your pet and why they should win!
Barry didn’t just join our family—he orchestrated a full-scale takeover! Barry came into our lives at just 6 weeks old as a “temporary” foster… and now, at 9 months, he’s clearly running the household. What we didn’t expect was how much we would need him. After losing our oldest pup, our home felt a little quieter and our hearts a lot heavier. It didn’t take long to realize our other fur baby needed a companion—but more than that, we needed Barry.

He’s a funny little man with a big personality, incredibly smart, endlessly playful, and always ready to turn a tough day around. Barry has a special talent: if you’re close enough, he will make out with you. No exceptions. Guests, neighbors, strangers—everyone gets the full Barry experience.

Somewhere between the puppy kisses and daily laughs, Barry has helped piece our hearts back together. He didn’t replace what we lost, but he brought light back into our home in a way only he could.

Top Dog isn’t just about being cute, although he definitely is—it’s about heart, connection, and unforgettable charm. Barry is all of that and more.