Mission
To improve the lives of people and their pets by providing eco-friendly, sustainable, cruelty-free all-natural dog treats.

Company

Nepal Dog Treat is a global company based in Virginia, USA with production facilities in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our team has over 7 years of experience crafting all-natural dog treat products from Nepali Chhurpi - Yak cheese. NDT has strong ties to the most reliable and highest quality Eastern Himalayan farmers and their Yak cheese products . We do not buy from wholesalers, resellers, or monolithic dairy co-ops NDT is not a repackager or repurchaser. Our top priorities are quality products and customer care! 

Managing Partner

Barry Blackburn

Barry Blackburn is from Virginia Beach and grew up in a US Navy family with multiple pets.  His father trained Labrador and Brittany spaniel retrievers during the “Ken-L Ration dog food generation.” Barry worked in the IT industry for 30 years as a software developer and executive, and has a BS in Economics from Virginia Tech and MS in Data Science from GWU. Barry is a dog lover whose favorites include Shepherds and Jack Russells.  He donates to several animal rescue shelters in the DC area, and is a strong believer in natural products for pets.  He is also enjoys playing guitar and reading about music, business, and economics.

Managing Partner

Govinda Banjade

Govinda Banjade is from Nepal and grew up in the foothills of Mt.Everest. His diverse life experiences include rearing pets and teaching at college level. As an entrepreneur, and currently a data science professional, he has a passion for business ethics and exceptional approaches to customer care.In 2013, he was awarded with the ''Best Customer Care Benchmarks'' recognition by ECAN- Educational Consultancies Association of Nepal for best counseling and guidance service to aspiring MBA graduates. He loves innovation and believes in the power of listening to others and sincerity at work.  He graduated from GWU with a MS in Data Science and holds an MBA in Finance. Govinda has reared two large Tibetan Mastiffs and has spent many hours tending to needs of dogs - food, foot care, grooming, and recreation. His favorite past times include  traveling, volleyball, and social gatherings.