Each year it is estimated that 70,000 adolescents with autism “age out” of school-based services. What’s next? Studies estimate a staggering 50-75% of the 5.6 million adults with autism in the U.S. are unemployed or underemployed and nearly 50% of 25-year-olds with autism have never held a paying job, despite having the skill sets and expertise to excel in the workplace.
In wanting to find a meaningful employment opportunity for my beautiful son with autism (Henry, 22) after he aged-out of the educational system, I thought this was a great idea. He loves being in the kitchen, he loves to mix and cut out the shapes (and he loves to mush & sample the batter lol). The idea just came to me in the car one day, and after some research I learned that the two main places on Island that sell dog treats do not make them on Martha's Vineyard - one uses a wholesale baker in Wareham, MA and one uses a baker in Idaho. I thought, "Why not?" It's creative and fun and something my son and I can do together. We hope your dogs enjoy our treats as much as we enjoy making them. Cheers!
MV Barkery: Changing the world one dog biscuit at a time.
Edie Prescott is the founder and head doggie biscuit enthusiast. She has a keen 4-legged taster team that includes Squibby, Candy & Hugo.
Henry Prescott is the chief mixer and head of quality control. He takes great pride in his work & brings happiness to every batch.
Beautiful and nutritious dog treats handmade on Martha's Vineyard. Each batch is mixed from the heart and prepared with love.
The dream is to grow the business and one day have a storefront that employs other neurodiverse adults. Everyone just needs a chance.
We currently have 3 types of dog treats available to make your pets jump for joy!
Pumpkin is always a favorite and also helps a dog's digestive tract.
The dog bone staple, can be plain or with a maple glaze. Yum.
So cute and delicious, they will keep your dog coming back for more!
Ingredients: (1) Pumpkin Passions: flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter (xylitol free) (2) Squibnocket Sockets: (biscuit) flour, nonfat dry milk, eggs, vegetable oil, beef bouillon, brown sugar, (icing) maple syrup & powdered sugar (3) Peanut Butter Cowboys: (biscuit) flour, oats, baking powder, turkey bacon, peanut butter, milk, olive oil, applesauce (icing) powdered sugar, maple syrup, one drop food coloring. Lasts for two weeks, longer if frozen. Sampler Boxes & Goody Bags Available.
https://www.mvtimes.com/2023/04/12/mv-barkery-aims-support-island-community/
https://ediblevineyard.com/2023/05/18/out-about/
https://www.mvtimes.com/2023/03/30/coffee-shop-wins-perfect-pitch-grand-prize/
https://vineyardgazette.com/news/2023/03/31/pitch-perfect-top-prize-goes-aquila-cafe
https://www.instagram.com/p/C0EgtC_OlbG/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
https://www.mvtimes.com/2023/11/22/furry-favorites/
We were thrilled to be recognized by Boston University's Graduate School of Business for Small Business Saturday! https://www.instagram.com/p/C0EgtC_OlbG/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
MVY Radio awarded MV Barkery with a Business Diversity Initiative Grant, which includes sixty 15-second radio ad spots with a $1,200 value. https://www.mvtimes.com/2024/05/14/mvyradio-awards-business-diversity-initiative-grants/
Thrilled when our random 500th Instagram follower loved her gift and our story and featured MV Barkery in her company's blog! https://buggyboxco.com/blogs/news/mv-barkery-small-business-feature
Where to find us? On Martha's Vineyard: Mad Martha's Ice Cream Shops (OB,VH,EDG), Tony's Market (OB), Edgartown Village Market every Tuesday June-Aug 10a-2p at Daniel Fisher House Lawn. Mocha Motts (VH & OB), Catboat Coffee (VH) Past & Presents (Edgartown), Gay Head Store (Aquinnah), Nomans (Oak Bluffs) Big Dipper (Oak Bluffs) & Island Inn Tennis (Oak Bluffs)! We are also at Lo Adoro Italian Market in Sandwich, MA on Cape Cod!
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