# TrustedHousesitters

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.trustedhousesitters.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $7.6M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 10, 2021)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

TrustedHousesitters Ltd. is a UK-based company that provides a platform connecting pet owners with verified pet sitters, ensuring reliable care for pets in their own homes while owners are away.Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, UK, TrustedHousesitters Ltd. connects pet owners with approved sitters. The company has raised funding through three deals, with the most recent Series A round occurring in December 2023, raising GBP 5.500 mn from Rockpool Investments, bringing the total amount raised to GBP 5.500 mn, and it currently holds a valuation of GBP 39.322 mn. The founder, Andy P., has a background in entrepreneurship, although no other ventures are specified.TrustedHousesitters.com primarily offers a platform that connects pet owners with verified pet sitters and house sitters worldwide. The core service allows pet owners to find sitters who provide in-home care for their pets while they are away, ensuring that pets receive companionship and care in a familiar environment. This service addresses the need for reliable pet care, alleviating the stress pet owners may experience when traveling. In addition to pet sitting, the platform includes house sitting services, enabling sitters to stay in the homes of pet owners, which provides an enriching travel experience for sitters while ensuring security for homeowners. TrustedHousesitters serves a diverse clientele, including pet owners and sitters across key geographical markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada, among others.The revenue model for TrustedHousesitters is based on a membership subscription structure, where pet owners and sitters pay for access to the platform’s services. The company reported revenue of GBP 2,418,913.40 in 2017, with an EBITDA of GBP -632,164.60 for the same year. The structure involves pet owners paying a membership fee to post listings and engage with sitters, while sitters may also have specific fees associated with their profiles or services.In December 2023, TrustedHousesitters Ltd. was acquired by Mayfair Equity Partners and the company's management from Rockpool Investments. This acquisition is expected to accelerate its growth and expand its global footprint. Future plans include launching new features on the platform and targeting expansion into additional markets to enhance service offerings and increase user engagement.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 10, 2021, $7.6M — Rockpool Investments

## Investors

- Rockpool Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rockpool-investments) — Series A