Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act (H.R. 3732)

The BARK Act of 2025 would protect companies and individuals donating petfood and the nonprofits accepting the donations from liability for "damages" that may come from the donated items. This would enable pet stores to donate old food that is safe for consumption and supplies to animal shelters and rescues.

Don't let good food go to waste with so many animals in need! Please ask your representatives to support the BARK Act of 2025.

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Use this sample letter to tell your federal representatives to support the BARK Act and add a personal note to increase your impact:

​Subject: Please help feed shelter animals and reduce waste. Support the BARK Act

Dear [Representative],

​I am writing as a constituent in [your city, your state] ] to urge you to support the BARK Act (H.R.3732).

This bipartisan bill will protect donors of pet food and supplies from unnecessary liability, making it easier to get much-needed resources to animal shelters and rescue groups. Just as the Good Samaritan Food Donation Act reduced waste and helped people, the BARK Act will do the same for companion animals in need.

[Your state's] shelters, rescues, and foster networks are under tremendous strain. By passing the BARK Act, Congress can help ensure that safe, usable pet food and supplies are not wasted and instead go directly to the animals that need them most.
 
Please consider cosponsoring and supporting this important legislation. Thank you for your leadership on behalf of families and pets in our community.


Sincerely,

[Your Name]
[Optional: Your address]
[Your city, state, zip]
[Optional: Your email address or phone number]