# Dog Vacay

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dog-vacay

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Santa Monica, US
- Website: www.dogvacay.com
- Total disclosed funding: $47M
- Latest round: Series B (Nov 10, 2014)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Dog Vacay, Inc. is a US-based company that connects pet owners with trusted local pet sitters and dog walkers, ensuring quality care for dogs while their owners are away.Established in 2012, Dog Vacay, Inc. specializes in pet care services, particularly dog boarding and pet sitting. The company is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, US. In March 2017, Dog Vacay was acquired by A Place for Rover, Inc. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. The company has successfully completed 6 deals, with the most recent being a Series B funding round in which it raised USD 25.00 mn, led by OMERS Ventures. The total amount raised by the company is USD 25.00 mn, and its current valuation stands at USD 125.13 mn.DogVacay provides an extensive range of pet care services including dog boarding, pet sitting, dog daycare, and dog walking. It connects pet owners with a network of local pet sitters and dog walkers, prioritizing service quality through a selection of 5-star rated providers. DogVacay operates mainly in urban areas such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Dallas, addressing the needs of pet owners who require professional care for their dogs during their absences, whether for travel or work commitments. The platform enhances the user experience for both pet owners and service providers with its user-friendly interface for service booking.DogVacay utilizes a transaction-based model, generating revenue through service fees associated with bookings made on its platform. Revenue is derived from various offerings like dog boarding and daycare, with fees structured based on service duration and location. The company fosters a B2C (business-to-consumer) marketplace where pet owners engage directly with sitters and walkers, ensuring transparency and ease in the booking process. This model supports individual service providers while maintaining a consistent revenue flow from each transaction.Following the acquisition by A Place for Rover, Inc. in March 2017, Dog Vacay is poised for future growth through various strategies. The company is expected to expand its service offerings and geographic reach into new urban markets. The recent funding secured will be instrumental in supporting these initiatives, although specific new products or release dates have not been disclosed at this time.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Nov 10, 2014, $25M — Benchmark, Foundation Capital, DAG Ventures, First Round Capital, GSV Asset Management, OMERS Ventures, Science
- Series B, Oct 10, 2013, $15M — Benchmark, Foundation Capital, DAG Ventures, First Round Capital, ACME Capital
- Series A, Nov 13, 2012, $6.3M — Benchmark, First Round Capital
- Seed, Jun 28, 2012, $0.1M — Andreessen Horowitz
- Seed, Mar 19, 2012, $0.9M — First Round Capital, Baroda Ventures, Quest Venture Partners, Science

## Investors

- First Round Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-round-capital) — Seed, Series A, Series B
- Baroda Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/baroda-ventures) — Seed
- Quest Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/quest-venture-partners) — Seed
- Science (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/science) — Seed, Series B
- Andreessen Horowitz (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/andreessen-horowitz) — Seed
- Benchmark (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/benchmark) — Series A, Series B
- Foundation Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/foundation-capital) — Series B
- DAG Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dag-ventures) — Series B
- ACME Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/acme-capital) — Series B
- GSV Asset Management — Series B
- OMERS Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/omers-ventures) — Series B