Question 1

What app can analyze my dog's bark?

Accepted Answer

BarkScope analyzes dog barks using bioacoustic science. It measures pitch (F0), duration, tonality, harmonics-to-noise ratio, and nonlinear phenomena. Results are paired with observations from peer-reviewed research. Free to try at barkscope.com.

Question 2

Is there an app that can tell me what my cat's meow means?

Accepted Answer

BarkScope measures cat meow acoustics including pitch, duration, and pitch contour shape. It pairs measurements with findings from feline vocalization research (Schotz, Yeon, McComb). It is a measurement tool, not a translator — it shows what the data says, backed by citations.

Question 3

Is BarkScope a pet translator?

Accepted Answer

No. BarkScope is a bioacoustic measurement instrument. It shows real acoustic data — pitch, duration, tonality — and pairs it with what peer-reviewed research says about similar acoustic profiles. No made-up translations.

Question 4

How does BarkScope work?

Accepted Answer

Record your pet in your browser (no app install needed). BarkScope uses the Web Audio API and FFT-based pitch detection to extract acoustic features locally on your device. Audio never leaves your browser during analysis. Results include a 3D visualization, numeric measurements, and research-backed observations.

Question 5

Can I use BarkScope to track my dog's barking over time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. BarkScope includes a vocal journal that stores each recording with its acoustic measurements, context tags, and timestamps. The trends view shows F0, HNR, and vocal roughness over days or weeks, helping you build your pet's vocal baseline and notice changes.

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