I’m Janet, founder of Purrlys® and rescue mum to siblings Coco and Paco.

I’ve loved cats for as long as I can remember; their beauty, grace, and independence bring peace and calm to my day, and their unconditional love nurtures my soul like no other. Only cat lovers understand how deep that love runs and how distressing it is to discover your beautiful furiend needs dental surgery.

 In early 2024, Paco was diagnosed with severe dental disease—gingivitis, tooth resorption, and ten extractions.
We’d followed every vet recommendation: dental kibble, treats, routine checks.
Soon after, Coco needed four extractions. Signing anaesthetic forms and leaving them at the clinic, knowing they were terrified and facing risky surgery, was heartbreaking. When I asked my vet how I could prevent this from happening again, the advice was to keep using dental kibble and schedule annual cleans—but it wouldn’t prevent the plaque from building up again.

I tried everything I could find on the
market; seaweed supplements had a strong flavour and smell they wouldn’t touch, they growled and hissed when I tried brushing, and the chemical smell of water additives stopped them drinking.

I started researching how dental disease
develops and the latest findings on the oral microbiome. I had in-depth conversations with Australian microbiome specialist scientists and discovered
that emerging evidence shows beneficial bacteria can indeed help restore
balance to the mouth and gut and fight off plaque-causing microbes. The answer was yes—there is another way.

That promise to Paco and Coco became Purrlys®, evidence-based, natural dental care specifically designed for cats. And because rescue gave my two their second chance, every packet sold helps support cat rescue centres.

If you value gentle, science-led care for the cats you love, you’re in the right place. I hope I get to hear your cat’s story one day, too.

With love and purrs,
Janet
Founder, Purrlys®
with Paco & Coco