Our Story

We're Pet Owners First, Reviewers Second

Petful was born from a simple frustration: not knowing which products were actually worth buying for our furry family members.

Our Mission

Helping Pet Owners Make Better Decisions

Every pet owner wants the best for their companion. But with thousands of products on the market and endless marketing claims, making informed choices is harder than ever.

That's why we created Petful: to cut through the noise with data-driven reviews that put pets first and tell you exactly how each review came to be.

Brands may sponsor review consideration, never the outcome

Sponsored reviews are always clearly labeled

Real-world testing with actual pets

Transparent methodology and scoring

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Our Process

How We Review

Here's exactly how our review process works, including the commercial context, so you always know where a review is coming from.

01

Sourcing

Some products are brand-sponsored for review consideration. Others we source independently. Either way, we tell you which is which on every review page.

02

Test

Hands-on testing in real-world conditions with actual pets. Each product gets meaningful daily use before we form any opinions.

03

Measure

Data-driven analysis with standardized metrics and benchmarks. We track durability, safety, value, and pet preference the same way regardless of who submitted the product.

04

Report

We publish what we find. Brands that sponsor review consideration have no input over scores, language, or recommendations. A sponsored review is not a guaranteed positive review.

Editorial Standards

Our Promise to You

These principles guide everything we publish. They're non-negotiable.

Editorial Independence

Brands can pay for review consideration. They cannot pay for a positive result. Our verdicts are ours alone.

Full Disclosure

Every sponsored review is labeled clearly. You will always know the commercial context before you read our conclusions.

Consistent Methodology

Every product is evaluated the same way regardless of how it arrived. We use standardized criteria so our scores are comparable across the board.

Transparency

We clearly explain how we test, what we look for, and why we score products the way we do. No hidden criteria. No hidden relationships.

Our Team

Meet the People Behind Petful

We're a small team of pet lovers, experts, and advocates dedicated to helping you make the best choices.

Nico Chereque

Nico Chereque

Advisor

Paul Pan

Paul Pan

Publisher

Dave Baker

Dave Baker

Founder

Wendy Toth

Wendy Toth

Content Director

Carol Bryant

Carol Bryant

Managing Editor

Kristine Lacoste

Kristine Lacoste

Contributor

Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD

Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD

Veterinarian Writer

Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS

Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS

Veterinarian Writer

Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith

Contributor

T.J. Banks

T.J. Banks

Cat Behaviors Writer

Caitlin Crittenden

Caitlin Crittenden

Dog Behaviors Writer

Angela DeRiso

Angela DeRiso

Exotic Pets Writer

Gayle Hickman

Gayle Hickman

Writer

Allison Gray

Allison Gray

Writer

Jillian Blume

Jillian Blume

Features Writer

Testimonials

What Our Readers Say

Petful saved me hundreds of dollars and countless headaches. Their reviews are the only ones I trust.

Jennifer K.

Dog mom to 2 Goldens

Finally, a site that tells you what NOT to buy. The honesty is refreshing in an industry full of paid promotions.

Marcus T.

Cat owner for 15 years

As a vet tech, I appreciate the scientific approach. Petful gets the details right that others miss.

Dr. Lisa Wong

Veterinary Technician

Get in Touch

Have a Question?

Whether you have a product suggestion, feedback, or just want to say hello, we'd love to hear from you.

Petful is operated by P51 Capital.

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