Big Dog Sportswear was conceived in 1983 by friends during a weekend river-rafting expedition. Before the adventurous group made its way down the choppy white waters, each was presented with a pair of oversized, vividly colored shorts. Everyone loved the shorts and one enthusiastic member exclaimed, "Man, these puppies are BIG!" Thus, the phrase that became the inspiration for the legendary BIG DOG name and logo was born.

WHEN & WHERE DID BIG DOGS OPEN ITS FIRST STORE?

Our flagship store, located on State Street in Santa Barbara, first opened its doors on October 1, 1984.

WHERE IS BIG DOGS' CORPORATE OFFICE LOCATED?

The company headquarters is located on the Central Coast of California, in beautiful Santa Barbara:
BIG DOGS CORPORATE OFFICES
121 Gray Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: 805-963-8727

IS BIG DOGS A FRANCHISE? CAN I OWN A BIG DOGS STORE?

No, at this time each of our more than 200 retail stores is company-owned and operated. Big Dogs has locations across the United States. Click Here to see locations.