BARK : And “The Simpsons” Collaborate On all

Jun 28, 2023

BARK AND "THE SIMPSONS" COLLABORATE ON ALL-NEW DOG TOY COLLECTION, THE SIMPSONS BARKBOX

BARK is recognizing the most 'Simpsons obsessed' dog parents throughout the country, ranking Texas as the top state with dogs named Bart!

NEW YORK, August 4, 2023 - BARK - the creators of BarkBox - and the longest-running animated series, "The Simpsons," are collaborating on a new dog toy collection, The Simpsons BarkBox. Throughout the month of August, new and current subscribers of BarkBox - a monthly themed box of dog toys and treats - and BARK Super Chewer - a monthly subscription for dogs who chew tough and love a challenge - can play along with the award-winning family, while supplies last. From a rubber Homer Simpson to a plush baby Maggie, BARK is reimagining iconic characters from "The Simpsons" in a way that dogs can really sink their teeth into.

With The Simpsons soon to start airing their 35th season, which is 245 in dog years, it's no surprise that long-time fans are naming their furry family members after their favorite characters from the show. According to a survey of BARK dog parents, the top breeds and locations for dogs named after characters from "The Simpsons" are as follows, and no, Springfield did not make it on the map.

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Whether or not your dog is named after a character from "The Simpsons," all dogs can enjoy this BarkBox inspired by "The Simpsons." Starting at $23/month, this curated collection features plush toys inspired by Homer, Bart, Maggie, Marge, and Blinky - the three-eyed mutant fish- with the option to add additional toys including Milhouse, Itchy and Scratchy, and Homer's favorite Lard Lad Donuts! Starting at $29/month, subscribers for BARK Super Chewer can look forward to natural rubber toys and treat dispensers shaped like Homer, Bart, Lisa, and Marge's iconic yellow heads, with the option to add Duff Beer can toys.

BARK was founded in 2011 and has since served more than 6.5 million dogs around the world. To learn more about The Simpsons collection for BarkBox and BARK Super Chewer and to sign up for a subscription, visit www.barkbox.com and www.barkbox.com/superchewer.

About BARK

BARK is the world's most dog-centric company, devoted to making dogs happy with the best products, services and content. BARK's dog-obsessed team applies its unique, data-driven understanding of what makes each dog special to design playstyle-specific toys, wildly satisfying treats, great food for your dog's breed, effective and easy to use dental care, and dog-first experiences that foster the health and happiness of dogs everywhere. Founded in 2011, BARK loyally serves dogs nationwide with themed toys and treats subscriptions, BarkBox and BARK Super Chewer; custom product collections through its retail partner network, including Target and Amazon; its high-quality, nutritious meals made for your breed with BARK Food; and products that meet dogs' dental needs with BARK Bright. At BARK, we want to make dogs as happy as they make us because dogs and humans are better together. Sniff around at bark.co for more information

ABOUT THE SIMPSONS

From Creator Matt Groening and Developed by James L. Brooks and Sam Simon the longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, THE SIMPSONS exploded into a cultural phenomenon in 1990 and has remained one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recognizable throughout the world. Soon to start airing their record-annihilating 35th season, THE SIMPSONS has won 35 Emmy Awards, 35 Annie Awards, 9 Environmental Media Awards, 7 People's Choice Awards and 13 Writers Guild of America Awards. THE SIMPSONS was the first animated series to win a Peabody Award, and in 2019 received the Institutional Peabody Award. It was nominated for an Academy Award in 2012 for the theatrical short "The Longest Daycare." This was followed by the theatrical short "Playdate with Destiny"(2020) and the Disney+ exclusive "The Force Awakens From Its Nap"(2021). The Simpsons Movie was a hit feature film, their mega-attraction The Simpsons Ride at Universal Studios has received historic expansion updates with the addition of 'Springfield'-winning a Thea Award in both 2009 and 2017. The show was honored with a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2000. The Simpsons ongoing Tapped Out mobile game which launched in 2012 was a recipient of a Webby Award in 2018. It has been named the "Best Show of the 20th Century" by Time Magazine, called the "Greatest American Sitcom" by Entertainment Weekly in 2013, and declared "The Best TV Show Ever" in 2016 by vulture.com

THE SIMPSONS is a Gracie Films Production in Association with 20th Television Animation. Created by Matt Groening, Developed by James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, and Sam Simon. The Simpsons Executive Producers are James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, Matt Selman, and Al Jean. The Gracie Films Worldwide Brand Division develops and produces the licensed content for the series. "Like" the series on Facebook at facebook.com/TheSimpsons, follow Homer Simpson @HomerJSimpson and @TheSimpsons on Twitter twitter.com/TheSimpsons. Join the conversation using #thesimpsons and follow The Simpsons on Instagram @TheSimpsons.

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