“Not sure if it was inspired by our love of math or hot baths, but we had the name ‘Barkimedes’ on our short list of dog names for several years,” says Sarah G., doggie mom of nominee Barkimedes.
“When we first adopted Barkimedes, he was bald, underweight and had obviously had a rough time,” she says. “Despite where he started in life, he still had love to share with a new family.” Once he found his forever home, his personality came to life—and Sarah realized the name they chose for their little pooch was more fitting than they could have anticipated. “Barkimedes has a hobby that he takes extremely seriously: Whenever we get up in the morning, or when we wash our hair, Barkimedes works hard for minutes to acquire every whiff of fragrance,” she explains. A dedicated approach to study seems only appropriate for a pooch named for a mathematician (and buoyancy enthusiast).
Protecting Barkimedes from the unexpected has always been a priority for Sarah and her family. “We care so much for our pets and want to ensure that they can receive the best possible care available. Nationwide insurance provides us with that piece of mind.... We want to be able to access the highest level of care for these guys as well, and with Nationwide we know we can.”
Sarah G. Nationwide member since 2022
