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Pet food startups worldwide

54 pet food startups worldwide have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $1.9B between them, with the United States the most common home.

$1.9Braised by these 50
54on our record in all
United Statesmost common home
Instinctraised the most
  1. 1InstinctInstinct® is a rapidly growing, family-owned marketer and manufacturer of science-based 100% natural pet food for dogs and cats.

    Instinct® is a rapidly growing, family-owned marketer and manufacturer of science-based 100% natural pet food for dogs and cats.

    Founded 2001St. Louis, United States$1.3Blast round Sept 2026
  2. 2Butternut BoxButternut Box is a European subscription service that delivers fresh, human-grade pet food directly to customers' doors.

    Butternut Box is a European subscription service that delivers fresh, human-grade pet food directly to customers' doors.

    Founded 2016London, United Kingdom$104Mlast round May 2025
  3. 3The Farmer's DogThe Farmer’s Dog is a New York-based subscription service that delivers fresh, human-grade dog food made with USDA-certified ingredients.

    The Farmer’s Dog is a New York-based subscription service that delivers fresh, human-grade dog food made with USDA-certified ingredients.

    Founded 2014New York, United States$101Mlast round Jan 2020
  4. 4Gambol Pet GroupGambol Pet Group is an enterprise of the national-level quality and safety of pet food/treats.

    Gambol Pet Group is an enterprise of the national-level quality and safety of pet food/treats.

    Founded 2006Liaocheng, China$70Mlast round Oct 2019
  5. 5ProtixProtix is a leading manufacturer and supplier of insect-based ingredients, primarily from the black soldier fly, for animal feed, pet food, and plant care.

    Protix is a leading manufacturer and supplier of insect-based ingredients, primarily from the black soldier fly, for animal feed, pet food, and plant care.

    Founded 2009Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands$51Mlast round Jun 2017
  6. 6KatKinKatKin is a London-based pet health company that specializes in fresh, personalized cat food.

    KatKin is a London-based pet health company that specializes in fresh, personalized cat food.

    Founded 2019London, United Kingdom$50Mlast round Dec 2025
  7. 7EntobelEntobel is a global biotechnology company focused on the sustainable production of insect-based ingredients for animal feed, pet food, and organic fertilizers.

    Entobel is a global biotechnology company focused on the sustainable production of insect-based ingredients for animal feed, pet food, and organic fertilizers.

    Founded 2013Singapore, Singapore$30Mlast round May 2022
  8. 8Pure Pet FoodFounded -United Kingdom$22Mlast round Jun 2026
  9. 9Bond Pet FoodsFounded -United States$19Mlast round Apr 2026
  10. 10Better OriginBetter Origin is an innovative agritech and biotechnology startup based in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

    Better Origin is an innovative agritech and biotechnology startup based in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

    Founded 2019Cambridge, United Kingdom$16Mlast round Apr 2022
  11. 11PetflowPetFlow is a prominent American online retailer that specializes in the shipping and delivery of premium pet food, treats, toys, bedding, accessories, and healt

    PetFlow is a prominent American online retailer that specializes in the shipping and delivery of premium pet food, treats, toys, bedding, accessories, and healt

    Founded 2010Las Vegas, United States$15Mlast round Jul 2011
  12. 12MeatlyMeatly is a London-based biotechnology startup that specializes in cultivated meat specifically designed for pets.

    Meatly is a London-based biotechnology startup that specializes in cultivated meat specifically designed for pets.

    Founded 2022London, United Kingdom$14Mlast round May 2026
  13. 13MollyboxMollyBox is an online subscription-based platform that offers staple food, snacks and toys for pets.

    MollyBox is an online subscription-based platform that offers staple food, snacks and toys for pets.

    Founded 2015Shanghai, China$13Mlast round Mar 2019
  14. 14HonestfoodHonestfood is a Planning,manufacturing and sales of pet food.

    Honestfood is a Planning,manufacturing and sales of pet food.

    Founded 2018Japan$13Mlast round May 2020
  15. 15Front of the PackFront of the Pack is a Los Angeles-based pet nutrition startup founded in 2019 by Neil Hutchinson and Chris Wilkinson.

    Front of the Pack is a Los Angeles-based pet nutrition startup founded in 2019 by Neil Hutchinson and Chris Wilkinson.

    Founded 2019Los Angeles, United States$10Mlast round Jul 2021
  16. 16About PetAbout Pet is a specialized e-commerce and content platform focused on pets, particularly dogs and cats.

    About Pet is a specialized e-commerce and content platform focused on pets, particularly dogs and cats.

    Founded 2012Hartford, United States$7.9Mlast round May 2022
  17. 17Aunt FanniesAunt Fannie’s is a cleaning and pesticide company based in Portland, Oregon.

    Aunt Fannie’s is a cleaning and pesticide company based in Portland, Oregon.

    Founded 2013Portland, United States$7.5Mlast round Feb 2019
  18. 18ScrumblesScrumbles is a natural pet food company founded in 2018 by Jack Walker and Aneisha Soobroyen.

    Scrumbles is a natural pet food company founded in 2018 by Jack Walker and Aneisha Soobroyen.

    Founded 2018London, United Kingdom$7.3Mlast round Mar 2023
  19. 19Pet's TablePet's Table is a Mexican company that offers fresh, human-grade meals for dogs through a personalized subscription service.

    Pet's Table is a Mexican company that offers fresh, human-grade meals for dogs through a personalized subscription service.

    Founded 2020Mexico City, Mexico$6.7Mlast round May 2024
  20. 20ECO2 PlasticsLeading PET and other polyolefin Recycler using waterless FDA approved process for cleaning PET for re-use in food and other applications.

    Leading PET and other polyolefin Recycler using waterless FDA approved process for cleaning PET for re-use in food and other applications.

    Founded 2000Riverbank, United States$6.5Mlast round Jun 2008
  21. 21Sundays for DogsSundays for Dogs is a Cleveland, Ohio-based pet food company that specializes in human-grade, air-dried dog food.

    Sundays for Dogs is a Cleveland, Ohio-based pet food company that specializes in human-grade, air-dried dog food.

    Founded 2020Cleveland, United States$6.0Mlast round Oct 2023
  22. 22PepettePepette is a French FoodTech startup founded in 2019, focused on providing fresh, personalized, and organic pet food for dogs and cats.

    Pepette is a French FoodTech startup founded in 2019, focused on providing fresh, personalized, and organic pet food for dogs and cats.

    Founded 2019Paris, France$6.0Mlast round Jun 2022
  23. 23Dog HeroesDog Heroes is an Italian startup based in Milan, founded in November 2019.

    Dog Heroes is an Italian startup based in Milan, founded in November 2019.

    Founded 2019Milan, Italy$5.8Mlast round Oct 2025
  24. 24Buddy BitesBuddy Bites is a premium pet food brand founded in Hong Kong, dedicated to providing nutritious food for dogs and cats.

    Buddy Bites is a premium pet food brand founded in Hong Kong, dedicated to providing nutritious food for dogs and cats.

    Founded 2020Sheung Wan, Hong Kong SAR China$4.2Mlast round Aug 2026
  25. 25Paleo RidgePaleo Ridge is a family-run manufacturer of high-quality raw dog food based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, UK.

    Paleo Ridge is a family-run manufacturer of high-quality raw dog food based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, UK.

    Founded 2014Waterlooville, United Kingdom$4.0M
  26. 26rPlanet EarthrPlanet Earth was a vertically integrated manufacturer based in Vernon, California, specializing in food-grade packaging made from post-consumer recycled PET (rPET).

    rPlanet Earth was a vertically integrated manufacturer based in Vernon, California, specializing in food-grade packaging made from post-consumer recycled PET (rPET).

    Founded 2015Vernon, United States$4.0Mlast round Oct 2018
  27. 27Real BowlReal Bowl is a pet food manufacturing and distribution company.

    Real Bowl is a pet food manufacturing and distribution company.

    Founded 2020Montagnana, Italy$3.7Mlast round Nov 2025
  28. 28TomojoTomojo is a pet food company.

    Tomojo is a pet food company.

    Founded 2017Paris, France$3.4Mlast round Feb 2022
  29. 29Southern Tier Pet NutritionSouthern Tier Pet Nutrition is one of the leading contract manufacturers of premium holistic, natural and organic pet foods.

    Southern Tier Pet Nutrition is one of the leading contract manufacturers of premium holistic, natural and organic pet foods.

    Founded 1981-$3.0Mlast round Oct 2010
  30. 30MiscotaMiscota is an online retailer of pet food and accessories based in Spain.

    Miscota is an online retailer of pet food and accessories based in Spain.

    Founded 2011Massanassa, Spain$2.6Mlast round Jan 2016
  31. 31Paws for LifePaws For Life is an online retailer offering pet supplies such as food, treats, accessories, and health and wellness products.

    Paws For Life is an online retailer offering pet supplies such as food, treats, accessories, and health and wellness products.

    Founded 2011Australia$2.5Mlast round Dec 2013
  32. 32NeedleNeedle is an AI-powered marketing platform tailored for direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce brands in sectors such as fashion, beauty, pet products, food, and lifestyle.

    Needle is an AI-powered marketing platform tailored for direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce brands in sectors such as fashion, beauty, pet products, food, and lifestyle.

    Founded 2023Los Angeles, United States$2.1Mlast round Jul 2025
  33. 33PawCo FoodsPawCo Foods is a premium pet nutrition company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2021 by Dr.

    PawCo Foods is a premium pet nutrition company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2021 by Dr.

    Founded 2021San Francisco, United States$2.0Mlast round Feb 2024
  34. 34Wolf SpringWolf Spring is a pet wellness company focused on enhancing dog nutrition and health through functional food toppers and vitamin supplements.

    Wolf Spring is a pet wellness company focused on enhancing dog nutrition and health through functional food toppers and vitamin supplements.

    Founded 2018New York, United States$2.0Mlast round Aug 2021
  35. 35Re PetRe Pet is a manufacturer of recyclable plastic sheeting for food companies and supermarkets.

    Re Pet is a manufacturer of recyclable plastic sheeting for food companies and supermarkets.

    Founded --$1.9Mlast round Feb 2011
  36. 36PetBoxPetbox is an e-commerce company that provides pet food products.

    Petbox is an e-commerce company that provides pet food products.

    Founded 2014United States$1.9Mlast round Mar 2014
  37. 37Wilder HarrierWilder Harrier is a Montreal-based pet food company, certified as a B Corporation, that focuses on creating sustainable and hypoallergenic dog food and treats.

    Wilder Harrier is a Montreal-based pet food company, certified as a B Corporation, that focuses on creating sustainable and hypoallergenic dog food and treats.

    Founded 2015Montreal, Canada$1.6Mlast round Jan 2021
  38. 38Food for JoeFood for Joe is a Barcelona-based pet wellness foodtech startup founded in 2021.

    Food for Joe is a Barcelona-based pet wellness foodtech startup founded in 2021.

    Founded 2021Barcelona, Spain$1.5Mlast round Aug 2022
  39. 39VETSTORVETSTOR is an online platform that connects with veterinarians and pet owners to recommend and sell quality foods and medications.

    VETSTOR is an online platform that connects with veterinarians and pet owners to recommend and sell quality foods and medications.

    Founded -Praha, Czechia$1.2Mlast round Dec 2025
  40. 40ActijoySupporting online vet services by home smart sensors: Smart collar, Food & Water Wi-Fi Bowl, iOS & Android app.

    Supporting online vet services by home smart sensors: Smart collar, Food & Water Wi-Fi Bowl, iOS & Android app.

    Founded 2016San Francisco, United States$1.0Mlast round Dec 2017
  41. 41FlylabFlylab is an agritech company focused on sustainable animal feed production using black soldier fly larvae (BSFL).

    Flylab is an agritech company focused on sustainable animal feed production using black soldier fly larvae (BSFL).

    Founded 2021Bangkok, Thailand$1.0Mlast round Dec 2022
  42. 42Opertech BioOpertech Bio is a Philadelphia-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in taste measurement technology for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and pet fo

    Opertech Bio is a Philadelphia-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in taste measurement technology for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and pet fo

    Founded 2011Philadelphia, United States$750Klast round Dec 2014
  43. 43Kibus PetcareKibus Petcare specializes in providing a convenient system for dog owners to feed their pets nutritious, natural food.

    Kibus Petcare specializes in providing a convenient system for dog owners to feed their pets nutritious, natural food.

    Founded 2016Barcelona, Spain$580Klast round Oct 2025
  44. 44AntosAntos distributes brand dog snacks and food throughout pet shops, garden centers, veterinary surgeries, and to a number of wholesalers.

    Antos distributes brand dog snacks and food throughout pet shops, garden centers, veterinary surgeries, and to a number of wholesalers.

    Founded 2004United Kingdom$560Klast round Sept 2015
  45. 45BrambleBramble is a mission-driven pet food company based in New York, specializing in the production and direct-to-consumer distribution of the world's first vet-form

    Bramble is a mission-driven pet food company based in New York, specializing in the production and direct-to-consumer distribution of the world's first vet-form

    Founded -New York, United States$500Klast round Dec 2024
  46. 46LoonawellHEALTHIER DOGS, HAPPY LIVES In the realm of pet nutrition, one company has been consistently raising the bar for quality: us, LOONAWELL.

    HEALTHIER DOGS, HAPPY LIVES In the realm of pet nutrition, one company has been consistently raising the bar for quality: us, LOONAWELL.

    Founded 2020Zurich, Switzerland$458Klast round Oct 2025
  47. 47TruPetTruPet is a family-owned pet food company based in Ohio.

    TruPet is a family-owned pet food company based in Ohio.

    Founded 2013United States$450Klast round May 2015
  48. 48UniamUniam is a manufacturing company that produces and sells frozen pet food, snacks and lifestyle products designed for pets.

    Uniam is a manufacturing company that produces and sells frozen pet food, snacks and lifestyle products designed for pets.

    Founded -Tokyo, Japan$382Klast round Apr 2026
  49. 49Some GrubSome Grub Ltd is a UK-based private limited company that specializes in sustainable pet food made from insects.

    Some Grub Ltd is a UK-based private limited company that specializes in sustainable pet food made from insects.

    Founded 2021London, United Kingdom$374Klast round May 2025
  50. 50Tu Otro SuperTu Otro Super is an online supermarket that sells grocery, perfume, food, pet products, and other goods.

    Tu Otro Super is an online supermarket that sells grocery, perfume, food, pet products, and other goods.

    Founded 2011-$261Klast round Oct 2012
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