Babydog Becomes B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park
Babydog, the English bulldog belonging to U.S. Sen. Jim Justice, has officially become a B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve.

Charleston Huntington, WV, October 21, 2026 —
Babydog, the English bulldog belonging to U.S. Sen. Jim Justice, has officially become a B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, according to the information provided about the announcement.
The summary identifies Babydog as Justice’s dog and confirms the ranger designation. It does not provide a date for the designation, details about how it was granted, or information about any ceremony or event connected with it.
Further specifics about the designation were not provided, including whether Babydog completed any activities or requirements, who presented the recognition, or whether park officials issued a statement. The information also does not describe any response from Justice or provide additional details about Babydog’s role as a B.A.R.K. Ranger.
The announcement concerns New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, but no particular location within the park or preserve was specified. No additional information was provided about the program or what the designation entails. As a result, the confirmed details are limited to Babydog’s identity as an English bulldog belonging to Justice and the designation at the park and preserve.
Without further details, the circumstances and timing of the recognition remain unclear. The available summary does not state what happened next or describe any public event tied to the announcement.
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