Raleigh Nonprofit Hires Residents to Make Dog Treats
The Ella and Bella Pet Company provides work for people with disabilities through its all-natural treat production.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Dogs
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Founded in July 2026, the Raleigh-based nonprofit Ella and Bella Pet Company produces all-natural dog treats to provide work opportunities for people with disabilities. The organization currently manages operations from the American Legion Raleigh Post 1.
Why it matters
The company was created to address the limited post-graduation work options for people with disabilities in the local area. By training team members in baking, packaging, and marketing, the nonprofit provides a structured vocational pathway for the Raleigh community.
The nonprofit currently employs 19 team members to handle the production and distribution of its treats. The group maintains a waitlist for future participants due to limited space.
The players
Ella and Bella Pet Company
A Raleigh-based nonprofit that provides vocational opportunities to people with disabilities through the production of dog treats.
American Legion Raleigh Post 1
The local veteran organization that hosts the kitchen operations for the nonprofit.
The details
Team members at Ella and Bella Pet Company participate in every stage of the production process, from baking and packaging to marketing the all-natural dog treats. The organization utilizes the kitchen facilities at the American Legion Raleigh Post 1 to manage its workflow. Once products are ready, team members coordinate directly with local veterinary offices and day spas to distribute their goods.
Timeline
July 2026: Ella and Bella Pet Company began its operations.
The Home Front
The organization participates in the North Carolina Department of Agriculture's Got to Be NC marketing program, which identifies locally made goods. This alignment reflects a growing regional push to integrate vocational training programs into the local small-business supply chain.
Pet owners in Raleigh can support the nonprofit by looking for their treats at local veterinary offices and pet day spas. Those interested in the program should monitor the company for future availability as they expand their reach to grocery stores.
The takeaway
This nonprofit demonstrates how small-scale production can provide meaningful work for local adults. Raleigh pet owners can track their growth as the team works toward a presence at the North Carolina state fair.
Further reading
Learn more about local pet initiatives and resources in the Dogs section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC11 Raleigh-Durham.
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