Hi! I'm so glad you're here. 👋
You care about what goes into your pet’s bowl. So do we. That’s exactly why you’re here.
Hi, I’m Ava, Founder and Chief Pet Officer of Ava’s Pet Palace. What started as my dream at 8 years old has grown into a fast-growing brand trusted by pet parents across the country. You can now find our treats on shelves at Erewhon Market and independent pet stores nationwide. Every step of this journey has been powered by love for pets, family, and a mission bigger than just treats.
At Ava’s Pet Palace, we are on a mission to create a healthier, happier world for pets, people, and the planet. Every treat is made with simple, limited ingredients — seven or fewer — using organic and natural options whenever possible. No fillers, no junk. Just real food your pets love.
We believe great treats should also do good. That is why we package our products in 30 percent post-consumer recycled materials, ship every order 100 percent carbon-neutral, and continue to give back to rescues and shelters that care for animals who need it most.
But what makes Ava’s Pet Palace special is not just what is in the bag. It is the community that has grown with us. Our Palace Squad is more than customers — you are family. You show up for us with every order, every review, and every photo of your happy pets. And that support is what keeps this dream moving forward.
We are proud to be a certified Minority-Owned business through NMSDC, but even more proud to be building something that reflects who we are: real people who love pets, care about our planet, and believe that even the smallest business can make a big difference.
Thank you for being here. Whether this is your first order or you have been with us since the beginning, we are so happy you are part of the Palace Squad.
— Ava, Ina, and The Palace Family 🐶💖🐱

2014
I have a dream for a business.
I made this original "business plan" (I called it a "job plan" then) when I was just 6 years old! I'm still working towards achieving my goals! Thank you for supporting me. 🤗💕
2016
Mom and dad finally say yes.
I'm so excited to be starting my own business at 8 years old! I love ❤️ animals! Here, I'm making a yummy, healthy, organic cat food. 🥣🐈


2016
Going to my first craft show.
All setup and ready for my first local craft show 😊 🛍️
2018
My first TV interview.
OMG! My first big interview and the first time on TV! Val Warner at Windy City Live was so nice. I was really nervous 😁📺


2019
My dog treats in stores!
So excited to see my treats on shelves!!! Thanks to Bentley's Pet Stuff for giving me my first opportunity! This is the display at Earthwise Pet in Naperville! You can still find my treats here today!🐾🐕♥️🥳
2020
Young Entrepreneur Winner.
This was a big year, winning the WDB Young Entrepreneur of the Year competition. I wonder if people were able to tell I was so scared! There were over 700 people in front of me! 🐕🐾🐶


2021
Time for change.
A big change happened in 2021! We successfully funded a kickstarter to launch my first treat made at a commercial kitchen! Next, we did a complete brand refresh in May and finally, in October, my USDA Certified Organic treats were released! Check out my full 2021 review! Thanks for joining me on my journey! It means so much to me. 🤗💗
2022
A year of growth.
2022 was a year to remember for Ava's Pet Palace! We attended our first industry expos, expanded into more stores nationwide, and for a limited time, our treats were in over 1000 PetSmart stores! I was honored to be named the first participant in BSM Partners Young Entrepreneur Mentorship program.


2023
New Stores & New Treats!
2023 was a year of growth and exciting milestones for Ava's Pet Palace! We introduced two new vet-formulated freeze-dried favorites: Salmon Puffs and Turkey Poppers. Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity was recognized with an MBE certification. On a personal note, I celebrated turning 16!
2024
Growth, Giving & Big Wins!
2024 was a year of big wins and bigger hearts! 💖 We supported 25+ rescues and launched 5 new single-ingredient treats. I spoke on my very first live panel and even won a Fearless Fund Foundation pitch competition!
