Nick is a third generation cattle rancher, deeply rooted in Hawaiian cattle ranching, while understanding the undertaking it is ro raise cattle on the islands. He and his wife, Miki started Pawniolo Pets using grass-fed animals raised on their family cattle ranch in Kamuela, Hawai'i. They are passionate farmers who value the importance of knowing where their pet food comes from. Pawniolo Pets was founded not only to provide the healthiest nutrition for our pets,but also with the hope of keeping more livestock here in our islands while supporting trusted Hawai'i ranchers.

They utilize whole animals, nose to tail, in an effort to waste nothing while contributing to a circular economy in Hawai'i. To them, that is the highest form of honor not only to the animal, but also to the 'āina that provides the food which feeds us.