maxbone

Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 25 October 2026

Notable and creative US pet brand collaborations feature cross-overs in fashion, food, sports, and pop culture:

- Derrick Adams x Marc Jacobs x Maxbone: An art-forward fashion collaboration featuring stylish pet raincoats and easy-fit vests blending Marc Jacobs' bold flair with Derrick Adams' signature graphics (priced around $75). - Sassy Woof MLB x Peanuts: Pop-culture and sports mashups-such as the [Los Angeles Dodgers ]( and Peanuts collaborative neoprene dog collars-available via major pet platforms like Chewy.com (priced around $19.99). - LAY LO x John Legend: Designer dog beds featuring artistic patterns like the Brown Fragment Patchwork with removable covers, curated in partnership with John Legend (priced around $152). - IHOP x Play Pet Brands: A whimsical food-and-breakfast crossover offering diner-themed toy collections like the Breakfast Sampler Bundle for dogs (priced around $50). - Celebrity & Influencer Brand Partnerships: High-profile tie-ins include Michael Phelps with Nulo, Snoop Dogg, Michael Bublé, and Chelsea Handler with DOG for DOG, Jackson Galaxy with Tomlyn (Pill-Masker), and Randy Jackson with Lucy Pet Products.

If you're looking for something specific, let me know:

- Are you shopping for dogs or cats? - What type of product are you interested in (apparel, beds, toys, or food)? - Do you have a budget in mind?

Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 25 October 2026

# Best female-founded pet brands in the US

If you're looking for standout women-founded pet brands in the United States, I'd focus on companies that combine strong product quality, a distinctive brand identity, and a clear point of difference in the pet market.

These are worth exploring across pet food, wellness, accessories, and lifestyle products. Founder-led brands can be especially interesting for retail partnerships, brand collaborations, and discovering emerging companies.

## 10 brands to know

Selected for product differentiation, founder story, and market appeal-not a formal ranking.

!Wholemade Limited Ingredient Chicken - The Honest Kitchen

1\. The Honest Kitchen

(Food & nutrition)

Founded by Lucy Postins in 2002, this established brand focuses on human-grade pet food, treats, and meal toppers. A strong choice for ingredient-conscious pet parents.

Website: thehonestkitchen.com · bsmpartners.net

---

!Stella & Chewy's Dog Food | Made with Raw & Natural Ingredients

2\. Stella & Chewy's

(Premium nutrition)

Founded by Marie Moody, the company grew from her efforts to find suitable nutrition for her dog. Known for raw-inspired meals, freeze-dried patties, and treats.

Website: stellaandchewys.com · bsmpartners.net

---

![Collections - Wild One](

3\. Wild One

(Modern lifestyle)

A design-focused brand offering coordinated harnesses, leashes, collars, toys, and travel accessories. Worth exploring for its cohesive visual identity and gifting appeal.

Website: wildone.com · Brand included in the 2026 women-founded brand roundup. thepettimes.com

---

!Bridgerton X maxbone Carrier Bag For Dogs | Lola & Nell

4\. maxbone

(Luxury & fashion)

A premium pet lifestyle label spanning apparel, beds, carriers, toys, and everyday essentials. Particularly interesting for fashion-conscious customers and elevated retail positioning.

Website: maxbone.com · thepettimes.com

---

!Warby Terracotta Napper Bed | Jax & Bones | Joint Support Dog Bed

5\. Jax & Bones

Known for rope toys, beds, and accessories, founded by Tina Nguyen in 2004. A compelling option for shoppers seeking durable, colorful products with a sustainability angle.

Website: jaxandbones.com · thepettimes.com

---

![Variety Pack Box - Brutus Broth](

6\. Brutus Bone Broth

Founded by sisters Kim Hehir and Sue Delegan, this brand makes bone broth and meal toppers for dogs. Its simple product concept lends itself to repeat purchases and complementary food products.

Website: brutusbroth.com · globalpetindustry.com

---

!Superfoods for Dogs. Female-Founded, Bundled with a Purpose.

7\. Bundle x Joy

Founded by Jess Berger, a Latina entrepreneur, in 2021. Offers dog food, treats, supplements, and nutrition boosters, with an accessible, upbeat brand identity.

Website: bundlexjoy.com · www.petfoodprocessing.netwww.linkedin.com

---

!Deluxe Doggy Bag - Luxury Grooming Kit for Non-Shedding Dogs | PRIDE+GROOM

8\. Pride + Groom

Founded by Regina Haymes, Jane Wagman, and Heather Perlman. Focuses on elevated grooming products for different coat types, bringing beauty-industry positioning to pet care.

Website: prideandgroom.com · brutusbroth.com

---

!Leash & Collar Bundle + Dog Pouch - Found My Animal

9\. Found My Animal

Founded by Bethany Obrecht, the brand is known for rope leashes and collars and an identity centered on animal adoption. Strong storytelling and recognizable products make it stand out.

Website: foundmyanimal.com · thepettimes.com

---

![The Slowdown Bowl: Slow Feeder & Lick Mat in Honey - Should We Go?](

10\. Should We Go?

Founded by Elise McGuire in 2017, this independent Los Angeles brand makes colorful feeding bowls, silicone mats, and enrichment products. Especially interesting for contemporary home and pet design.

Website: shouldwego.co · globalpetindustry.comwww.petfoodprocessing.netwww.linkedin.comshould-we-go.myshopify.com

## My shortlist by business opportunity

| If you're looking for… | Brands I'd prioritize | |--------|--------| | Premium pet lifestyle | maxbone, Wild One | | Nutrition and recurring purchases | The Honest Kitchen, Bundle x Joy | | Sustainability-led products | Jax & Bones | | Grooming and personal care | Pride + Groom | | Giftable accessories and strong storytelling | Found My Animal, Should We Go? | | Emerging brands to watch | Bundle x Joy, Should We Go? |

The list includes brands with varying levels of scale and distribution. Female-founded does not necessarily mean entirely female-owned today, and founder status is worth verifying before using the list for supplier diversity or investment decisions.

## Want a more targeted list?

I can narrow this to the strongest brands based on what you're trying to accomplish.

1\. What's your main goal?

Discover emerging brands and startups

Find brands for retail, wholesale, or distribution

Identify investment or acquisition targets

Find the best products for my own pets

Research branding, marketing, and founder stories

---

2\. Which product category?

All pet categories

Food, treats, and supplements

Accessories, apparel, and lifestyle

Health, grooming, and wellness

Pet technology and services

---

3\. What company stage?

Small, independent, emerging brands

Established national brands

A mix of both

[Find my best-fit brands]

Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 13 September 2026

If you want a dog food with real meat in the US, the strongest options in the results are The Farmer's Dog Beef Dog Food for fresh, human-grade meals and brands made in the USA that list a named meat first such as chicken, beef, lamb, or turkey.

A practical short list from the results:

- Best overall fresh option: The Farmer's Dog Beef Dog Food - described as containing human-grade beef and vegetables, with pre-portioned meals and free shipping in 48 states. - Best USA-made style choice: Look for foods made in the USA that use whole, named meat as the first ingredient and avoid fillers, by-products, and artificial additives. - Best beef-focused option: Maxbone Muscle Up Beef Meal - noted as having beef and beef organs as its main animal protein source and being minimally processed. - Common reputable protein examples: recipes using chicken, beef, lamb, or turkey as the primary ingredient are repeatedly highlighted in the results.

If your priority is “real meat,” the most important label check is the ingredient list: choose a formula with a named meat first, such as chicken, beef, lamb, or turkey, rather than vague terms like “meat meal” without a source.

If you want, I can also narrow this down by dry food vs. wet food vs. fresh food, or by puppy, adult, or senior.