Founder

Ava started her business at just 8 years old with a big heart and a bigger dream. She loved animals and wanted her dog to have treats made with real, healthy ingredients, just like the food her family ate. What began in her kitchen has grown into a nationally sold pet wellness brand rooted in love, transparency, and purpose. Now 18, Ava is still leading the way, creating better treats for pets while building a space where all pet parents feel seen and supported. Ava’s Pet Palace is proudly on shelves at Erewhon and launching into 200 more stores this year. Her mission is about more than snacks. It’s about belonging, sustainability, and proving that young, black, women entrepreneurs deserve a place in every aisle.