Our Story

Happy Happy Joy Joy Pet Corporation began with a simple idea: rainy days shouldn’t stop pets from living joyfully. Our founder, Raymond Melkomian, noticed that traditional pet raincoats were expensive, uncomfortable, and often ended up damaged after just a few uses. Pets disliked wearing them, owners struggled with the hassle, and both ended up frustrated whenever the weather turned bad.

Determined to create something better, we set out to design a solution that was lightweight, comfortable, eco-friendly, and truly practical. The result was PAWNCHO™ — the first disposable, compostable, biodegradable raincoat and boot set made specifically for pets. Thin enough for pets to forget they’re even wearing it, yet durable enough to protect them from the elements, Pawncho was created to turn reluctant rainy-day walks into easy, happy moments.

As pet ownership continues to grow across the country, so does our mission. We believe that caring for pets means caring for the planet too. That’s why our products are designed not only for convenience, but also with sustainability in mind.

From a rainy-day inconvenience came a brand rooted in innovation, compassion, and joy. Today, Happy Happy Joy Joy Pet Corporation is proud to help pets step confidently into any weather — one Pawncho at a time. Pawncho. Making the world a little cleaner, one rainy walk at a time.

Why PAWNCHO™ Was Created

PAWNCHO™ was created to give pets fast, lightweight protection from the elements without the bulk, discomfort, or inconvenience of traditional pet rainwear. Many conventional options are heavy, restrictive, difficult to put on, and impractical for everyday use—especially when weather conditions change suddenly during walks.

We saw the need for a simple, disposable solution that pet owners could rely on when rain arrives unexpectedly. Instead of scrambling for gear—or cutting a walk short—owners needed a practical way to protect their pets quickly and confidently in real-life conditions.

PAWNCHO™ was designed to be easy to use, comfortable for pets, and practical for real-life situations, providing immediate protection for pets and peace of mind for their owners when the weather turns without warning.

What Makes PAWNCHO™ Different

PAWNCHO™ was designed to simplify pet rain protection for real-life use. Instead of bulky, fitted rainwear that can be uncomfortable for pets and inconvenient for owners, PAWNCHO™ focuses on quick protection, comfort, and ease of use.

Lightweight and disposable, PAWNCHO™ is intended to provide fast, practical coverage when rain or wet conditions arise— especially during everyday walks when weather changes unexpectedly. Its design prioritizes freedom of movement, allowing pets to walk naturally without feeling restricted.

• Lightweight, disposable weather protection for pets — intended for fast, practical coverage when rain or wet conditions arise.
• Designed for comfort and freedom of movement — built to minimize restriction so pets can walk naturally.
• Made from bio-based materials designed to be compostable — aligning convenience with environmental consideration.
• Intended for responsible disposal after use — created as a single-use option when cleanup and storage are impractical.
• Protected by U.S. Patent No. 12,453,334 B1 — the PAWNCHO™ design is protected as an innovation in pet weather protection.

By prioritizing simplicity and real-world convenience, PAWNCHO™ helps make rainy walks easier—without the hassle of traditional pet rainwear. Additional details regarding materials and compostability are covered in the following section.

Compostable Material Composition & Certification

PAWNCHO™ raincoats are manufactured using a plant-based compostable biopolymer film primarily composed of polylactic acid (PLA) derived from renewable resources such as corn starch, blended with other compostable polymers to provide flexibility, durability, and water resistance.

The material is designed to biodegrade under composting conditions into carbon dioxide, water, and biomass, without leaving persistent plastic residues.

Compostability claims are substantiated by independent third-party certifications, including certification by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) verifying compliance with ASTM D6400 standards for commercial composting, recognition by the Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) for compatibility with real-world composting facilities, and TÜV Austria’s OK compost HOME certification confirming compostability in home composting environments.

These certifications demonstrate that the material meets recognized industry standards for compostability, as defined by applicable guidelines and standards. Compostability applies under appropriate composting conditions; availability of composting facilities varies by location, and consumers are encouraged to follow local disposal guidelines.

Our Mission & Impact

From the inception of the company, HHJJCO made a deliberate decision to donate fifty percent (50%) of proceeds from the sale of PAWNCHO™ products to humane animal shelters and rescue organizations that dedicate ninety-five percent (95%) or more of their resources to the care, housing, and feeding of displaced pets.

As the company grows, our intention is to further evaluate how donated funds are used, with the goal of better understanding what percentage of contributions directly support animal care. Looking ahead, HHJJCO aspires to establish a not-for-profit organization focused on evaluating shelter practices and actively rescuing pets at risk in high-kill shelters.

Our long-term goal is to help reduce—and ultimately eliminate—the unnecessary euthanasia of healthy, innocent animals by supporting responsible rescue efforts and promoting humane alternatives.

The Company

Happy Happy Joy Joy Pet Corporation is a privately held company dedicated to designing practical, thoughtfully engineered pet products that improve everyday life for pets and the people who care for them. Our approach blends functionality, sustainability, and humor—because serious responsibility doesn’t have to be joyless.

At the heart of our product line is PAWNCHO™, a simple yet innovative solution created to protect pets from the elements while reducing waste. From concept to production, our focus is on responsible design, quality manufacturing, and long-term impact. Every product decision is guided by durability, usability, and environmental consideration.

We operate with a hands-on mindset—collaborative, transparent, and detail-driven. Whether in the office, at the design table, or on the production floor, we believe that good ideas come from teamwork and accountability. Our culture reflects that belief: curious, ethical, and always improving.

PAWNCHO™ is protected by U.S. Patent No. 12,453,334 B1 and is a trademark of Happy Happy Joy Joy Pet Corporation. As we grow, we remain committed to protecting our intellectual property while expanding our mission-driven product offerings.

Above all, we are a company built around responsibility—to our customers, our partners, our community, and the animals who inspire everything we do. © 2025 Happy Happy Joy Joy Pet Corporation. All rights reserved.

Founder's Journey into Discovery

Throughout my career on the trading desks at Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, and Prudential Securities, I have always faced a non-negotiable deadline: being at my desk by 7:00 AM.

My three dogs, however, don't care about the market schedule. They refuse to go out in the rain or snow and hate the heavy, expensive traditional raincoats I bought for them.

"I need an efficient solution as fast as possible so that I can get the boys out for a walk on a rainy day without a hitch and ensure I get myself to work at the trading desk on time."

Leveraging my background as an economist and an inventor of complex trading platforms, I engineered a lightweight, disposable, and compostable raincoat that can be put on in seconds and torn off upon returning home.

PAWNCHO™ is just the beginning. I am currently applying this same rigorous analytical research to develop a full suite of innovative pet products, with several new patents pending.