Our Story
Where every pawprint tells a piece of our heart🐾
Hi there, I'm Leo — the founder of BestPaw™
First of all, thank you for stopping by our little corner of the internet. The fact that you're here, and especially that you clicked into our story… it really means a lot to us. 💛
This space is where we chase a dream — a dream shaped by the love we have for our furry friends.
Here, I’d love to share a few stories — from my own companions to those of my amazing co-founder, Ellen. We hope they warm your heart, just like they’ve shaped ours. ❤️
Before we dive into our furry little friends' stories, let me ask you something—
Have you ever met a pet that changed your life?
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This is Joy!
He came into my life even before I was born—rescued as a stray by my dad, and became my very first best friend. He was super goofy, full of energy, always smiling… and yet somehow, he knew exactly when to just sit by my side, quietly, like he was saying “I’ve got you.”
We grew up together. He played with me, protected me, and taught me what unconditional love really means.
I was so young back then, so I couldn't tell every story of him so vivdly, but I know he was one of the most precious thing that ever happened on me
He stayed by my side until the day I turned six, he peacefully passed away of old age, hope he wasn't lonely without me❤️
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Meet Milly!
She is my little princess with a calm heart full of fluff and love.
I first met Milly when I was around 12. My parents brought her home from a pet store their friend owns, and the moment I held her, I knew she would become someone special to me. She’s a small girl with snowy white fur and the softest eyes I’ve ever seen.
Despite her diva moments, Milly is the gentlest companion I could ever ask for. She loves lying quietly next to us, always close but never demanding attention.
I still remember when she had just gone through her spay surgery—she was tired and sore, but still insisted on curling up beside me while I studied, as if she didn’t want me to be alone.
She might act like a little princess, but to us, she’s an angel. An angel with a silly bark, a soft snuggle, and a heart that makes our home feel whole.
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And now...we have Lulu!
When Lulu first came into our lives, she was tiny and skinny, barely bigger than half a loaf of bread. But don’t let her size fool you—this girl had energy. The kind that bounces off walls, jumps from couches, and spins in excited circles like she’s powered by pure happiness.
She might look almost identical to Milly—with the same fluffy white coat, button nose, and sparkling black eyes (they’re both Maltese, after all!)—but don’t be fooled. Where Milly is quiet, shy, and a bit of a gentle princess, Lulu is loud, friendly, and wildly expressive. It’s like someone turned the volume all the way up!
Life with Lulu is never quiet—but it’s always full of joy
She’s the first to run up to strangers and “greet” them with enthusiastic jumps (sometimes landing right on their legs—sorry, guests!). She just loves people and isn’t afraid to show it.
With time, and a lot of love (and maybe a bit too much treats), Lulu filled out into a plump, happy little fluffball. Her wagging tail, boundless energy, and endless affection make her the sunshine of our home.
(She's biting my hand while I'm writing this, ouch)
🐾The Feline Side of BestPaw!
Two souls. One graceful, one goofy. Both unforgettable.
🧡 From Leo’s Journal:
Everyone who knows me knows—I’m a dog person. The one who runs with tails, calls their name too loud, gets kissed in the face. But Ellen? She’s the quiet type. Calm. Thoughtful. She moves like someone who listens before speaking. Naturally, her heart belongs to cats.
She’s my closest partner, and BestPaw™ wouldn’t be what it is without her quiet fire behind the scenes. And just like her, the cats she lives with have stories you can’t rush.
Here’s what she left me to share with you.
A Note from Ellen🌙
"Hi, I’m Ellen. I’m usually the quieter one behind BestPaw, but I’ve been here since the very beginning—with a cup of tea in one hand and a sleeping cat on the other arm.
Mio and Didi are my everyday magic. They don’t bark, or fetch, or come when you call—but they know how to look at you like they’ve been watching you forever.
They’re my rhythm. My pause. My proof that love doesn’t need noise."
🌙 Mio
✍️Ellen’s Words:
"Mio came to me like moonlight—soft, silent, but impossible to ignore.
She doesn’t trust easily, and she doesn’t give affection on command.
But when she chooses you, when she rests near you without asking… it means something.
She has always been my shadow. A little proud, a little distant.
But every now and then, when the world is quiet, she curls beside me like a memory I don’t want to forget."
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🐾 My Story with her
The first time I cat-sat for Ellen while she was away was a long time ago, back then, I expected… well, not much. I wasn’t close with Mio then.
And she made it very clear—this was her kingdom.
Every day, same routine: I’d open the door. She’d vanish into the wardrobe room like I was some fumbling intruder. I’d kneel, whisper, offer snacks. She’d meow in reply, but not in a welcoming way—more like “You may proceed… but I’m watching you.”I’d feed her, clean her litter, then sit quietly in the living room minding my business. That’s when it started.
A little shape at the hallway door.
Then the floor.
Then—eventually—right beside my feet, pretending she’d always been there.She never asked for attention. But she stayed.
And I think… in her own way, she was saying hi.
☀️ Didi
✍️Ellen’s Words:
"Didi wasn’t planned. He was a tiny bundle left in my arms by a friend who could no longer take care for him.
He was small, soft, and so full of life it made my heart ache. Where Mio observes, Didi dives in.
He’s unafraid of love. He reaches for it. He offers it back.
He’s grown a lot since then. He’s rounder now. Louder when he purrs. But his heart is still the same—always ready to curl up against yours."
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🐾 My Story with Didi
Didi and I got along from the start. I didn’t even know cats could be that instantly friendly.
The first day I met him, he ran straight up to me and rubbed against my leg like I was his long-lost roommate. No drama. No theatrics. Just “Oh good, you’re here.”Compared to Mio, he was chaos. Soft, goofy chaos, but chaos nonetheless.
Now, every time I visit Ellen’s place, he’s the first to greet me—and usually the first to flop down somewhere nearby like I’m his personal heated cushion.
Last time I saw him, I swear he was twice the size he used to be. Still just as loving. Maybe even more.
🐾BestPaw was never just about pet products
It started with Joy’s happy tail wag, Milly’s gentle eyes, Lulu’s bouncing paws, and two mysterious cats who taught us how to sit still and feel seen.
These stories shaped who we are—and how we create.
Every cushion, every toy, every cozy nook on this site… it’s made with pets like ours in mind. And maybe yours too.
We’re not here to sell you things.
We’re here to make your furry friend’s life feel just a little warmer, a little softer, and a lot more loved.
Thank you for letting us share our family with yours❤️