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13 Women-Owned Pet Businesses We Love

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Shell & Katy Updated 6 March 2024 · 7 Min Read

Shell & Katy are two style-savvy dog mums celebrating the best in pet-friendly living. A pet photographer and dog lifestyle writer, together they share trending pet products, recipes, inspiration and expert tips with discerning dog lovers around the world.

Dog-loving ladies to the front! To celebrate International Women's Day, we’re shining a spotlight on 13 women-owned pet businesses you need to know - and the amazing dog mums behind them.From luxe pet fashion to Insta-worthy dog parties, these dedicated women have embraced an entrepreneurial spirit and love of dogs to build their pet businesses from the ground up, inspiring pet parents to live their best lives with their furry best friends.As fellow female business owners in the pet industry, we're proud to work alongside such talented, hardworking and trail-blazing women.Check out the following women-owned pet businesses we know you and your pup will love. You can also show your support by visiting their stores, sharing their social media, or continuing to shop local!

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13 Women-Owned Pet Businesses We Love

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Sora Caldwell: Indie Boho

Leveraging her corporate background in product and graphic design, Sora was first inspired to create her own line of beautiful dog bedding and accessories when preparing for her cavoodle Indie's first gotcha day.7 years on, Sora and her popular Australian pet brand

2

Francine Evans & Mallory McDonald: Awoo

3

Katy: Snoot Style

Katy's venture into

4

Rose Shattuck: The Foggy Dog

It’s no secret we love

5

Simone Kingston: DOGUE

The idea for

6

Nicole: Nicole & Baby

Fursace. Hairmes. Chewy Vuitton. If your pup loves a label,

7

Amanda Shaw: The Barkday Planner

As

8

Sarah & Jane Matley: Coco & Pud

Based in the picturesque NSW Southern Highlands, Australian luxury pet brand

9

Karissa Newby: Wag & Wonder

If you're like many pet parents, you want your dog's style to mirror your own. That's where

10

Jessica Knight: Outback Tails

Jess is the founder of

Featuring stylish dog accessories and eco-friendly dog toys, the Outback Tails range celebrates indigenous art, and native flora and fauna. Jess works closely with the Warlukurlangu Artists of Yuendumu to design the products, with artists receiving 10% of all sales featuring their work.

11

Nikki Star: Saint Rue

Founded by stylish Frenchie mom Nikki Star,

12

Emma Wilson: Herzog

Emma is the Michigan-based illustrator and designer behind outdoor pet accessories label,

13

Katrina Thomson: IDPet

With a background in making personalised clothing for people, Katrina's love for her dog, Max, inspired her to extend her offerings to custom products for pets. At beloved Australian brand IDPet, pets are truly considered part of the family, reflected in their vibrant range of personalised collars, beds, bowls, and placemats.Recognising the unique personalities of pets like Max, Katrina launched

13 Women-Owned Pet Businesses We Love

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