How a Teenager Turned Her Passion for Pets Into a Thriving Business

Barking Mad

In this episode, Whitney Russell and Dr. Frank Niles talk with Ava Dorsey, founder of Ava’s Pet Palace. Ava founded Ava’s Pet Palace when she was just 8 years old. In this episode, they talk about how Ava’s Pet Palace got started, how Ava balances being a business owner and a teenager, and what her vision is for her company and the Pet Industry overall.

Links Mentioned In the Show:

Ava's Pet Palace Website: https://avaspetpalace.com/

Ava’s Pet Palace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avaspetpalace/

Show Notes:

(03:00) - How Did Ava’s Pet Palace Get Started

(04:00) - What Else is Ava Working On

(05:02) - Ava’s Advice to Other Young Entrepreneurs

(07:12) - Who inspires Ava

(08:10) - How Ava Keeps Going When Times are Tough

(09:22) - What is Envision Lead Grow?

(10:47) - How Ava Helps Animal Shelters

(11:39) - How Ava Connects With Her Followers

(13:13) - Which Big Brand Stores Sell Ava’s Treats

(14:04) - What is Ava’s Biggest Challenge

(15:07) - What Accomplishments is Ava Proud Of?

(16:25) - How Ava Balances Being a Business Owner and a Teenager

(16:47) - What’s It Like to Have Mom as an Employee

(18:06) - What Else is Ava Passionate About?

(19:07) - Ava Shares Her Vision

(20:57) - How a Family Pet Inspired Ava to Start Her Business

(22:36) - How Ava Does Research On Cat Treats

(24:19) - What Helped Ava Get Followers On Her Social Media

(26:15) - How Ava Found Other Black-Owned Brands in the Pet Industry

(27:06) - How Ava found the right Co-Manufacturer For Her Pet Treats

(28:32) - Ava’s Vision For Her Company

(29:28) - The Secret Pet Ava Would Love To Have