Yak9 Chews
1 brand in the KibbleLab database
About Yak9 Chews
Austin, Texas-based natural pet wellness company founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife team Pukar Pyakurel and Shristi Mishra, credited with pioneering flavored Himalayan yak-cheese dog chews. Products are sold in 300-400+ independent pet stores across the US, Canada and Europe (self-reported); one of five winners of the 2025 Purina Pet Care Innovation Prize ($25,000 each).
Visit the official Yak9 Chews site- Parent company
- Independent
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas, USA
Manufacturing oversight
Runs a "Farmed-to-Chew" model, collaborating directly with yak and cow farmers in Himalayan Nepal; states FDA compliance with strict quality-control guidelines and hand-inspection of every chew before packing. No staff nutritionists or third-party audit schemes disclosed.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Yak9 Chews is a PSC Accredited business. View profile
Common Questions
How many brands does Yak9 Chews make?
Yak9 Chews makes 1 brand in the KibbleLab database: Yak9 Chews.
Where is Yak9 Chews based?
Yak9 Chews is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA.
Who owns Yak9 Chews?
Yak9 Chews is owned by Independent.
When was Yak9 Chews founded?
Yak9 Chews was founded in 2015.
Is Yak9 Chews PSC Accredited?
Yes. Yak9 Chews is a PSC Accredited business. The Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification.
Has Yak9 Chews had any recalls?
No recalls are on record for Yak9 Chews in the KibbleLab database.
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