Breed-Specific Expert – Education & Advisor

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About Barkera®

At Barkera®, we believe that some of the world's greatest breed knowledge isn't found in textbooks—it's earned through decades of hands-on experience.

From preservation breeders and respected judges to dedicated exhibitors, handlers, trainers, mentors, and lifelong breed enthusiasts, these experts play an essential role in protecting the history, purpose, temperament, structure, and future of their breeds.

We're building a collaborative network of Breed-Specific Experts who are passionate about sharing that knowledge and helping educate pet owners through proactive, breed-specific education.

Whether your expertise is with a toy breed, sporting breed, working breed, herding breed, terrier, hound, guardian breed, or companion breed, we'd love to hear your story.

We're Looking for Passion, Experience & Breed Knowledge

This position is ideal for individuals who have developed extensive knowledge of one or more breeds through years of experience.

You may be

• A Preservation Breeder
• AKC Breeder of Merit
• Dog Show Judge
• Conformation Exhibitor
• Professional Handler
• Breed Club Officer or Mentor
• Working Dog Enthusiast
• Performance Competitor
• Longtime Breed Owner
• Breed Historian
• Rescue or Breed Club Volunteer
• Educator or Mentor within your breed community

If you've dedicated years to understanding your breed and enjoy helping others learn, we'd love to connect.

Requirements

As a Barkera Breed-Specific Expert, you'll help preserve and share the knowledge that makes each breed unique.

Depending on your interests and availability, you may choose to:

• Review breed-specific educational content.
• Contribute to Breed-Specific Owner Guides.
• Share historical and breed preservation knowledge.
• Help educate owners on breed temperament, structure, purpose, and development.
• Participate in interviews, podcasts, webinars, or educational videos.
• Mentor new owners through educational initiatives.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, trainers, nutritionists, groomers, behaviorists, researchers, and fellow breed experts.
• Assist with educational events and community discussions.
• Help ensure educational resources accurately represent each breed's history, function, and intended characteristics.

There is no expectation that every expert participates in every project. We value meaningful contributions of all sizes.

Flexible Opportunities

Every expert has different interests and availability.

Some contributors may simply review educational materials.

Others may enjoy writing articles, appearing in interviews, speaking at events, mentoring owners, or helping develop new educational programs.

You choose how involved you'd like to be.

Both remote and in-person opportunities are available.

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We're seeking individuals who

• Have significant hands-on experience with one or more breeds.
• Are passionate about preserving breed history, function, and responsible ownership.
• Enjoy educating and mentoring others.
• Value collaboration and lifelong learning.
• Support ethical breeding, responsible ownership, and breed preservation.
• Believe education is one of the best ways to improve the future of purebred dogs.

Professional titles and certifications are welcomed but not required. We recognize that many of the most respected breed experts have earned their knowledge through decades of practical experience.

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Benefits

Why Join Barkera?

By joining Barkera, you'll become part of a growing network dedicated to preserving breed knowledge while helping educate thousands of current and future dog owners.

As a Breed-Specific Expert, you'll have opportunities to

• Help shape industry-leading breed-specific educational resources.
• Preserve and share your knowledge with future generations.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, breeders, trainers, nutritionists, behaviorists, and researchers.
• Participate in interviews, educational events, podcasts, webinars, and publications.
• Expand your professional reputation within Barkera's educational ecosystem.
• Make a lasting impact on responsible dog ownership worldwide.
• Coaching and mentorship programs to support personal and professional growth
• The ability to promote your exper