# BarkOS: Daily Dog Diary — See what your dog is thinking

> AI-powered app to interpret dog emotions from photos for entertainment and bonding. (iPhone/iPad app by DB8 Labs Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barkos-daily-dog-diary/id6751148656 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DB8 Labs Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833553220)
- Category: Lifestyle, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 103 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 26 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-11-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barkos-daily-dog-diary/id6751148656/reviews.md

## What is BarkOS?

Your dog is one of a kind. BarkOS is the first app built around that idea.

A daily memory album that builds itself. Find out what your dog is thinking from a single photo. Personalized advice based on breed and personality. AI portraits you will actually want to send to your friends. Not for dogs in general. For yours.

A DAILY MEMORY, A MONTHLY MASTERPIECE

Take one photo a day. That is it. BarkOS organizes them into a monthly album and compiles a 30-second video montage at the end of each month. One second per day. A month of your dog's life in half a minute. Start today and thank yourself in 30 days.

WHAT YOUR DOG IS ACTUALLY THINKING

Snap a photo. Get an instant mood read. The quick result is fun, shareable, and surprisingly accurate. Go deeper with the full body language scan: eyes, ears, posture, tail, mouth. What each signal means and why your dog is feeling that way. You will learn something new about a dog you have had for years.

ADVICE THAT ACTUALLY KNOWS YOUR DOG

Build a profile with your dog's breed, personality, and quirks. Get back tips and guidance tailored to the dog you actually have. Not the breed in general. Not a Google search. Specific, personal, and surprisingly accurate. Like having a dog expert who has actually met your dog.


PORTRAITS YOU WILL ACTUALLY SHARE

Upload a photo, pick a style, and watch AI turn your dog into something worth sending. Renaissance paintings, watercolors, pop art, and more. Nine styles, three new portraits every day. The kind of photos your friends will not stop asking about.

EVERYTHING WORKS TOGETHER

The daily photo feeds the album and the mood reader. The profile shapes your advice. The portraits give you something to share and something to keep. BarkOS is not four separate tools. It is one app that revolves around your dog.

Download BarkOS. Take your first photo. The rest builds itself.

Disclaimers
BarkOS is for entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional veterinary care. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for health or behavioral concerns about your pet.

BarkOS requires a subscription for full access to features. Subscription details, auto-renewal information, and pricing are available in-app prior to purchase. Some features and content may be available only in selected subscription plans. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store settings.

Terms of Service:
https://www.trybarkos.com/terms-of-service

## Key features

- Translate dog emotions from photos
- Personalized dog profiles
- Track moods and spot patterns
- Breed-specific traits and tips
- Deeper bond with your dog

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BarkOS Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| BarkOS Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barkos-daily-dog-diary/id6751148656/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Only one dog

*2026-04-03*

The app only allows one dog’s profile. The FAQ are full of unanswered questions about adding a second dog.

### 5/5 — Multiple dogs?

*2026-03-05*

Hi!  Loving this app already!  What is the best way to add/set up for more than one dog?

### 1/5 — BarkOS Product

*2025-12-06*

The product did not do what I was told, It would cancel taken photos.  It couldn’t advise me regarding my dog pictures.  Kept asking to take new photos, would not analyze pictures of my dog.  Systems not working ! I want a refund!

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, and we’re really sorry this didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing that can be. The app relies on clear photos to provide accurate analysis, and we’re continuously improving this experience. Please install the updated version of the app this issue should be resolved.

For refund requests, Apple handles all billing and refunds directly, but we’re more than happy to help guide you or look into any technical issues you experienced. Please contact us through support for further assistance.

### 5/5 — Dog whisperer in my pocket lol

*2025-12-05*

Helps me with his anxiety and its so accurate!

### 5/5 — Great highly recommend

*2025-12-04*

Wonderful app so insightful

### 1/5 — How do I know that this works?

*2025-12-03*

I’d have been happy to pay for this, but not before I’ve tried it. I’d come back if there was a three day trial.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the honest feedback. That’s a fair question. We’re actively working on improving the onboarding experience so users can better understand the value before committing.
Your suggestion around a trial period is noted and appreciated. We hope you’ll consider giving the app another try as we continue to improve.

### 1/5 — Can’t even see what this app is all about

*2025-12-02*

It just gives you some random blurb about your dog breed and I see her sign up for the subscription. Doesn’t even let you do a free scan to see what it’s all about and how it works.

**Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback. We’re sorry the experience wasn’t clear upfront. Helping users understand how the app works is something we’re actively improving, especially during onboarding.
Your comments are helpful, and we’ll use them to make the experience clearer and more welcoming for new users.

### 5/5 — German shepherd

*2025-12-02*

Good choice

### 5/5 — Thumbs up

*2025-11-30*

Exactly as described

### 2/5 — Idk

*2025-11-29*

Loved it but we shouldn’t have to pay

**Developer response:** Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for enjoying the app, we really appreciate that.
We understand not everyone is comfortable with a paid experience. The subscription helps support ongoing improvements, new features, and keeping the app running reliably. That said, your feedback is valuable, and we’re always exploring ways to better communicate value and improve the experience for all users.

## Frequently asked questions about BarkOS

### What does BarkOS do?

BarkOS allows you to 'translate' your dog's emotions by analyzing photos. It provides a fun mood breakdown based on their body language and expression, helping you understand what they might be feeling and why.

### How does BarkOS work?

First, you create a personalized profile for your dog. Then, you take a photo of your dog, and the app will provide a mood read, offering insights into their emotional state and potential reasons behind it.

### Is BarkOS free to use?

BarkOS requires a subscription for full access to its features. Subscription details, including pricing and auto-renewal information, are available within the app before purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscription through your App Store settings.

### What are the benefits of using BarkOS?

Users can instantly know what their dog is feeling, track moods to spot patterns early, and benefit from a personalized profile with breed-specific traits and tailored tips. This leads to a deeper bond with your dog.

### Is BarkOS a substitute for veterinary care?

No, BarkOS is intended for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary care. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for any health or behavioral concerns regarding your pet.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.5 — 2026-04-30

- Squashed a bug and clean up Analytics.                                                        
- The poster-generation animation got a refresh while your pup's poster comes to life.                                               
- Plus general stability and performance improvements under the hood.

### 2.0.3 — 2026-04-23

• Your dog's profile now syncs across your devices       
• Fresh poster styles delivered without app updates      
• Smoother photo setup during onboarding
• Small fixes and improvements

### 2.0.1 — 2026-04-15

- We polished the experience while your poster is generating: the loading state now matches your photo with a softer, full-card look instead of a plain gray screen.
- We also refreshed the app icon 
- And made under-the-hood updates for reliability.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-03-26

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2 — 2026-01-26

This update includes improvements and new enhancements made since version 1.1.9, focusing on better performance, smoother navigation, and UI refinements across key flows.

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