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Ava Martinez
Founder & CEO
12 yrs experience
Adopted 3 rescue dogs from shelters.
Trusted by 50,000+ Pet Owners
Building a healthier, happier future for every pet
Pawa connects pet owners with trusted veterinarians, groomers, boarding facilities, trainers, and wellness services through one seamless platform designed around compassion, convenience, and exceptional care.
Our story
Why Pawa exists
Pawa began with a simple frustration — finding reliable pet care shouldn't feel harder than caring for our pets themselves. Between scattered vet directories, forgotten vaccinations, mismatched groomers, and paper records, pet families were drowning in logistics instead of enjoying their companions.
So we built one trusted platform — bringing veterinarians, groomers, boarders, trainers and emergency clinics together with modern technology and a compassionate, pet-first approach.
- 2019Idea created
- 2020Platform development
- 2021First veterinary partners
- 2022Nationwide expansion
- 2023Mobile app launch
- 202450,000+ pet families served
Mission & vision
What drives us forward
Mission
Care, made simple
To make professional pet healthcare accessible, simple, and personalized for every pet owner.
Vision
A world where every pet thrives
To become the world's most trusted digital ecosystem for pet health, wellness, and lifelong care.
Our values
The values that guide every decision
Compassion
We treat every pet like family.
Trust
Verified professionals and transparent care.
Innovation
Technology that makes pet care effortless.
Excellence
Continuous improvement in everything we build.
Community
Supporting pet owners and professionals together.
Responsibility
Protecting pets, people, and the planet.
Our impact
Numbers that reflect our care
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Pet owners
0+
Licensed veterinarians
0+
Professional groomers
0+
Verified boarding partners
0+
Appointments completed
0%
Customer satisfaction
0/7
Emergency support
0+
Cities served
Meet the team
The people behind Pawa
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Dr. Ethan Cole
Chief Veterinary Officer
18 yrs experience
Board-certified in feline internal medicine.
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Priya Shah
Head of Product
10 yrs experience
Runs a foster program on weekends.
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Marcus Lee
Engineering Lead
11 yrs experience
Cat dad to two Maine Coons.
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Sofia Rossi
Customer Success Manager
7 yrs experience
Certified positive-reinforcement trainer.
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James Okafor
Operations Director
9 yrs experience
Volunteers at an urban wildlife rescue.
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Elena Park
Marketing Lead
8 yrs experience
Podcast host — 'Paws & Reflect'.
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Noah Bennett
UI/UX Designer
6 yrs experience
Illustrates pet portraits for shelters.
Our expert network
Powered by trusted professionals
300+
Licensed veterinarians
License + background verified
200+
Certified groomers
Portfolio & certification review
120+
Professional trainers
Method & credential audit
150+
Boarding partners
Facility inspection
60+
Nutrition specialists
Board-certified nutritionists
80+
Emergency clinics
24/7 readiness audit
40+
Animal behaviorists
Peer-reviewed practice
Our promise
Our promise to every pet family
Safe & verified care
Every professional is licensed, background-checked, and reviewed.
Transparent pricing
Clear rates, no hidden fees, and up-front estimates for every visit.
Compassionate support
Real humans on call — because pet care doesn't wait for business hours.
Continuous innovation
AI-powered wellness, digital records, and thoughtful design — always improving.
How we work
A simple path to exceptional care
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Find trusted providers
Search verified professionals near you by service, availability, and specialty.
- 2
Book appointments
Instant confirmation, transparent pricing, easy rescheduling.
- 3
Receive professional care
Compassionate, credentialed experts deliver best-in-class service.
- 4
Track pet wellness
Digital dashboards, reminders, and AI-driven wellness insights.
- 5
Build lifelong records
Centralized health, grooming, and boarding history for every pet.
Wellness dashboard
Luna's health
Vaccination due
In 12 days
Grooming booked
Fri, 10:00
Weekly activity
+18%
Last visit
3 weeks ago
Technology & innovation
Technology designed around pet care
We combine intuitive design with intelligent tooling so pet families spend less time on admin — and more time with the pets they love.
- Smart appointment scheduling
- Digital medical records
- Vaccination reminders
- AI-powered wellness insights
- Secure online consultations
- Multi-pet management
- Real-time notifications
- 24/7 emergency support
Community
Making a difference beyond the platform
40+
Support local shelters
Ongoing partnerships with 40+ shelters nationwide.
2,500+
Pet adoption campaigns
Helped 2,500+ pets find loving forever homes.
150+
Educational webinars
Free monthly sessions with certified experts.
80+
Free vaccination events
Community clinics in underserved neighborhoods.
25+
Community partnerships
Collaborations with animal welfare nonprofits.
$500k+
Animal welfare initiatives
Funding wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
Awards & certifications
Recognized for care and integrity
Veterinary Association Partner
Animal Welfare Organization
ISO Quality Certification
Data Privacy Compliance
Best Pet Care Platform Award
Trusted Business Certification
Testimonials
Pet parents love Pawa
"Pawa made scheduling vet visits incredibly easy. The reminders alone have helped us stay on top of vaccinations."
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Maya R.
with Luna · Golden Retriever
Careers
Join our mission
We're building the future of pet care and we're always looking for passionate people who love technology, innovation, and animals. Come build with us.
- Remote-first culture
- Pet-friendly offices
- Learning stipend
- Health & wellness benefits
Give your pet the care they deserve
Join thousands of pet owners who trust Pawa for health, wellness, grooming and boarding services.