# Pawscout

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/pawscout

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Mill Valley, US
- Website: http://www.pawscout.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 6, 2019)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Pawscout, Inc. develops innovative pet tracking solutions, focusing on enhancing pet safety and well-being through advanced technology and community engagement.Founded in 2016 in Mill Valley, US, Pawscout, Inc. specializes in pet safety products, including the Pawscout QR Tag and Bluetooth Pawscout Smarter Pet Tag. The company has not undergone any significant pivots or changes in business operations since its inception. The CEO and Founder, Andrea Chavez, leads the company. In June 2019, Pawscout raised USD 3 million in Seed funding from Leadout Capital, which represented the total amount raised to date.Pawscout offers an innovative range of products designed to enhance the safety, well-being, and enjoyment of pets. At the core of its offerings are the Pawscout QR Tag and the Bluetooth Pawscout Smarter Pet Tag, both of which integrate seamlessly with the free Pawscout App. These tags allow pet owners to monitor their pets' locations and receive alerts if their pets go missing. The Pawscout App enables users to create and broadcast lost pet alerts to a network of nearby Pawscouters, significantly increasing the chances of a lost pet being found. The company targets a diverse customer base of pet owners and animal lovers across the United States and Canada, positioning itself as a leader in the pet safety market. Pawscout's mission is to build the largest community dedicated to pet safety and to foster safer neighborhoods through affordable and modern pet tracking solutions.Pawscout generates revenue primarily through the sale of its pet tracking products and subscription plans, which offer enhanced safety features for pet owners. The Pawscout QR Tag and Bluetooth Smarter Pet Tag are sold directly to consumers, providing a straightforward transaction structure. Customers can purchase these tags individually, while the subscription plan allows for expanded features, such as real-time alerts and community broadcasts in case a pet goes missing. By leveraging a direct-to-consumer business model, Pawscout effectively engages with its client base, enhancing the value of its products through community-driven services. The company's innovative approach to pet safety not only supports individual pet owners but also fosters a collaborative environment aimed at ensuring the well-being of pets across its operational markets.Pawscout plans to utilize its recent funding of USD 3 million raised in June 2019 to enhance its product line and expand its market reach. The company is focused on developing new features for its existing product offerings and exploring additional partnerships to strengthen its community network. Pawscout aims to expand its geographic presence beyond the US and Canada, targeting markets in Europe and Asia by 2025, to promote its pet safety solutions globally.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 6, 2019, $3M — Leadout Capital

## Investors

- Leadout Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/leadout-capital) — Seed