Our Story
Alisha has always had a vision and passion for helping fur babies, and by linking arms with Lisa they co-founded Pawtide Renewal with a deep-rooted commitment to the well-being of beloved furry companions everywhere. This journey began as a collective of pet parents and wellness experts dedicated to supporting those navigating the complex world of aging and chronic care. They believe that every pet deserves a life lived with dignity and comfort, and they are here to provide the compassionate guidance and nutritional coaching, and complimentary & natural therapies including peptides, GLPs, and supplements to help pets and humans thrive.
Our Mission
The future of Pawtide Renewal is about connection and collaboration. Our vision is to build a compassionate network of veterinarians, specialists, rehabilitation and physical therapists, wellness professionals, rescue organizations, caregivers, and others who share one goal: helping animals live healthier, happier, thriving lives.
We are beginning locally in Florida, connecting pet parents with trusted professionals and resources for animals who may need specialized care, surgery, rehabilitation, therapy, wellness support, or other assistance. As our network grows, we hope to extend that support wherever it is needed.
We also believe financial hardship should not leave a loving pet parent without somewhere to turn. Through our planned Pay What You Can program and Community Care Fund, we hope to make our guidance accessible to those experiencing financial hardship while bringing together donors and professionals willing to contribute funds, services, products, or expertise to help animals in need.
Our goal is simple: bring together people who care, connect resources with those who need them, and give more animals the opportunity to heal, thrive, and enjoy the quality of life they deserve.
Meet the Founders
Alisha Cohen, MA, LMHC
Lisa Nelson PA-C
Co-Founder | Counseling, Wellness & Animal Advocacy
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Alisha is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with decades of experience in counseling, nutrition, personal wellness, and community outreach. Her professional work has included grief and loss, eating disorders, nutrition counseling, and animal-assisted support. A lifelong animal lover and fur baby rescue advocate, Alisha brings together her professional expertise and personal passion to help pet parents navigate their animals’ wellness journeys with compassion, knowledge, and confidence. Alisha also has 26 years of experience in the field of medical sales, receiving many top awards nation-wide. The past few years Alisha has been focused on providing GLPs and Peptides for medical practices across the country and now she is excited as her focus has been expanding to help animals as well, giving birth to her original vision to help fur babies live healthier lives.
Co-Founder | Integrative & Regenerative Wellness
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Lisa Nelson, PA, brings a diverse healthcare background spanning clinical microbiology, medical technology, Physician Assistant medicine, naturopathic and alternative medicine, nutrition, medical aesthetics, and integrative and regenerative wellness. She also operates a business supporting medical practices and patients with GLP and peptide products, sales, education, and guidance. Her career has been shaped by a commitment to continued learning and exploring whole-health approaches that complement traditional medicine. As a long-term bone cancer survivor, Lisa also brings a personal understanding of the emotional and physical challenges that can accompany serious illness. A lifelong animal lover and fur momma, she combines her medical and scientific background with genuine compassion for people and their beloved animals, helping families become informed and confident advocates for wellness.