Why are you named Kismet?
Because we believe you and your dog were made for each other. Your bond isn't a stroke of luck or a random coincidence – it's something bigger. It's Kismet.
Do Chrissy and John own the brand?
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are co-founders and owners of the brand.
What is Dr. Kwane's role in the business?
Dr. Kwane Stewart is the Chief Veterinary Officer at Kismet. With over two decades of experience in veterinary medicine and a recognized commitment to animal welfare, his leadership is instrumental in guiding Kismet's product development and ensuring the highest standards of pet health and nutrition.
Dr. Kwane was named the 2023 CNN Hero of the Year in honor of his work founding and operating Project Street Vet, a non-profit that provides medical care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness. Since starting Project Street Vet in 2020, he and his volunteer teams have treated thousands of animals while giving their human parents hope and dignity, too – aligning with Kismet's mission and brand ethos.
Does Kismet partner with anyone to give back?
Yes. Every sale benefits a dog in need and goes toward our beneficiaries: Project Street Vet and Paws for Life.
Project Street Vet is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity that provides free veterinary care, treatment, and support to the pets of individuals experiencing homelessness and/or housing vulnerability. Project Street Vet was founded by Kismet's Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Kwane Stewart, who for the past decade has provided free veterinary care to pets of people experiencing homelessness – often personally walking areas of high homelessness to seek pets and pet parents in need.
Paws for Life is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs from high-kill shelters. The organization aims to give these animals a second chance at life by providing them with medical care, training, and fostering until they can be placed in loving forever homes through adoption. The Paws for Life Prison Program relieves overcrowded shelters by sending dogs to prisons for training and socialization, increasing their chances of successful adoption. This hallmark program evolved to include training service dogs for military veterans with PTSD, first responders in California Fire departments, children with autism, victims of violent crimes, and youth who have been victims of school shootings.
Recognizing the transformative power of dogs as companions and rehabilitation partners, we are committed to programs rooted in the belief that every individual – regardless of past struggles – deserves a chance at redemption.
If you or your organization would like to get involved with Kismet Cares, please reach out to support@kismetpets.com.
What is Kismet?
Founded by longtime dog lovers Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, Kismet makes food for dogs that is as healthy as fresh, as easy as dry, and the most delicious; lifestyle goods; and content for today's modern dog families.
Why did you start Kismet?
Dogs have always been a big part of our lives. We grew up with them, we got our first dog together in 2008, and now we have four party animals (Penny, Pearl, Pebbles, and Petey – try saying that fast). But most dog brands have never really spoken to us or felt true to what pet parenting is like. Life with dogs can be messy and hectic, yet also totally heart melting. We wanted a brand that felt like that.
So we decided to build one together – a brand for pets and their people. That starts with food that's as healthy as fresh, as easy as dry, and the most delicious (y'all know we take food seriously in this house). Most dry foods are cheap and unhealthy, and fresh food is expensive and inconvenient. So we made something different: recipes filled with irresistible ingredients, pre & probiotics, and freeze-dried nugs that dogs devour.
We're also a space for learning more about dogs (care of our Chief Vet Dr. Kwane Stewart) and for celebrating them with the fun and humor they deserve. (Check out Tails). And merch – we needed some good dog merch!
We're proud to be founders at Kismet, but the real stars here are dogs and the humans who love them. We're excited you found us. It's Kismet.
Is Kismet helping pets and pet parents who were impacted by the LA fires?
Our hearts remain with all of the people and animals impacted by the devastating wildfires in our hometown of Los Angeles. Hundreds of dogs have been displaced, and animal shelters here are beyond capacity. Fostering greatly increases a dog's chances of being permanently adopted and relieves shelters of housing and feeding them. In an effort to encourage fostering and adopting dogs in the greater Los Angeles area, we are providing a free bag of our premium dry food developed for all life stages. If you've fostered and/or adopted a dog in the aftermath of the Los Angeles fires, simply take these steps to receive your free 9lb bag.
- Email a copy of your foster and/or adoption certificate to support@kismetpets.com with "LA Foster & Adoption Support" in the subject line.
- Let us know if you'd prefer Chicken & Barley OR Salmon & Brown Rice.
- Provide your shipping address.
That's it! You should receive your free 9lb bag of food within 3-5 business days. On behalf of our co-founders Chrissy Teigen and John Legend – and our entire team – thank you for your help!
*We recognize the wonderful work of fosters and adopters around the country. We are currently focused on supporting our community here in Los Angeles during this difficult time.