“We’re just two people (and way too many dogs) trying to turn pure puppy joy into design.”

who we are

The Dogtail Bartenders

We’re Jane and Henry, a couple based in China who are completely, utterly, unapologetically obsessed with dogs.

We believe the world would be a better place if we all lived a little more like dogs do: with so much joy, silliness, and wide-open hearts.

how we started

The Birth

PawliBar started with one conversation. It was with a volunteer at a no-kill dog shelter in China.

At the time, I (Jane) was in a low place in my life — stuck, unsure, kind of heavy all the time.

Going to that shelter was a way to get drunk for me.

But not on anything else — on barking, wagging, furry dogs.

When I started talking to one of the volunteers, she told me how hard it is just to keep the place running.

No funding. Barely enough hands. Hundreds of dogs — many rescued from heartbreaking situations.

And yet somehow… they still wagged their tails.

Still trusted. Still loved.

I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I didn’t want to just volunteer or donate — I wanted to create something.

What is pawlibar

The Bar

We started PawliBar to share that drunken feeling dogs give us — that rush of joy, comfort, and lightness.

But also something more: their quiet strength, their silliness, their unshakable ability to love again.

We wanted to find a way to bottle all of those things.

That’s what PawliBar is. Where everyday objects get reimagined through the lens of paws, tails, and squishy noses.

Our mission

The Dogs

Yes, we partner with no-kill shelters in China. And yes, a portion of our proceeds goes back to helping them.

But our deeper mission is to design things that spread the magic of dogs —their strength, their humor, their ability to turn any moment into something warm and alive.

To us, dogs aren’t charity.

They’re muses.

They’re our favorite (and only) kind of "drug".

And they deserve to be celebrated.

So welcome to PawliBar — a place to get a little drunk on dog happiness. We hope you stay a while.

INFO

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer refunds or returns?

We accept returns on unused items within 30 days of delivery. If something arrives damaged or not as expected, just reach out — we’re here to help.

Where are your products made?

Every item is either handcrafted or ethically produced in small batches right here in China. We work closely with local makers, who are mostly stay-at-home moms, who share our love for thoughtful design (and dogs!).

Are the products shipped from China? How long does shipping take? Will I have to pay tariffs?

Yes — we’re based in China, and all orders ship directly from where we design and create everything.

Shipping typically takes 4–8 business days worldwide (see details during checkout), and you won’t need to pay any extra duties or tariffs. We cover all of that on our end.

Are the dogs in your products based on real shelter dogs?

Yes! All of our designs are inspired by real dogs we've met through our work with no-kill shelters in China — their quirks, their backstories, and their very good faces.

Do you donate to shelters?

Yes. We work with no-kill dog shelters in China — helping with food, medical care, and daily operations. It’s not a charity add-on — it’s part of why we exist.

Can I adopt a dog from the shelters you work with?

We’re not a rescue organization ourselves, but we’re happy to connect you with the shelters we support if you’re serious about adopting internationally (please keep in mind that the cost will be high). Just send us a message!

Can I send this as a gift?

Absolutely! We don’t include receipts in the box, and our packaging is gift-friendly. If you want to add a gift note, just drop it in the order notes at checkout.