First Round Capital

First Round Capital is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2004. Specializing in seed-stage investments, it focuses on early-stage technology companies across various sectors, including enterprise, fintech, healthcare, consumer, hardware, artificial intelligence, and web3. First Round Capital aims to support entrepreneurs by providing not only capital but also a range of tailored services and resources designed to foster growth. The firm typically invests around $500,000 as initial funding, often serving as a company’s first outside capital. It actively engages with portfolio companies to enhance their development. With a commitment to community, First Round Capital has established a network that has collectively raised over $2.5 billion in follow-on capital, demonstrating a strong track record of facilitating growth among its investments.

Meka Asonye

Partner

Brett Berson

Partner

Chris Brown

Associate

Jeff Donnon

CFO

Molly Fowler

CEO

Amy Fu

VP, Investments

Todd Jackson

Partner

Josh Kopelman

Founder and Partner

Whitnie Narcisse

Operating Partner

Chris Fralic

Board Partner

Past deals in Pets

Goose

Seed Round in 2025
Goose provides software solutions specifically designed for pet care businesses to enhance customer experiences and increase revenue. The company's platform offers innovative tools for pet boarding providers, streamlining operations and boosting client satisfaction. oose focuses on improving operational efficiency and customer convenience in the pet care industry, aiming for substantial revenue growth.

Pomelo Care

Series B in 2024
Pomelo Care is a leader in evidence-based maternity care, offering comprehensive support for women throughout preconception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and their infant’s first year. The company combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical care with in-person doula services to create a unique support model that effectively addresses medical, behavioral, and social factors influencing maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo identifies and manages risks associated with pregnancy and postpartum care, aiming to enhance health outcomes while reducing unnecessary costs. The platform provides personalized care plans and resources to meet the specific needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, collaborating with employers as well as commercial and Medicaid health plans to promote accessible and high-quality care.

Loyal

Series B in 2024
Loyal is a biotechnology company focused on developing veterinary pharmaceuticals aimed at extending the lifespan and improving the health span of dogs. By creating medications that target the aging process, Loyal seeks to delay or prevent the onset of age-related diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and metabolic disorders. The company's innovative approach involves quantifying and regulating the biological processes associated with aging, which helps to mitigate the severity of these ailments. Through its research and product development, Loyal strives to ensure that dogs can enjoy longer, healthier lives, ultimately benefiting both pets and their owners.

Pomelo Care

Series A in 2023
Pomelo Care is a leader in evidence-based maternity care, offering comprehensive support for women throughout preconception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and their infant’s first year. The company combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical care with in-person doula services to create a unique support model that effectively addresses medical, behavioral, and social factors influencing maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo identifies and manages risks associated with pregnancy and postpartum care, aiming to enhance health outcomes while reducing unnecessary costs. The platform provides personalized care plans and resources to meet the specific needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, collaborating with employers as well as commercial and Medicaid health plans to promote accessible and high-quality care.

Loyal

Series A in 2021
Loyal is a biotechnology company focused on developing veterinary pharmaceuticals aimed at extending the lifespan and improving the health span of dogs. By creating medications that target the aging process, Loyal seeks to delay or prevent the onset of age-related diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and metabolic disorders. The company's innovative approach involves quantifying and regulating the biological processes associated with aging, which helps to mitigate the severity of these ailments. Through its research and product development, Loyal strives to ensure that dogs can enjoy longer, healthier lives, ultimately benefiting both pets and their owners.

Pomelo Care

Seed Round in 2021
Pomelo Care is a leader in evidence-based maternity care, offering comprehensive support for women throughout preconception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and their infant’s first year. The company combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical care with in-person doula services to create a unique support model that effectively addresses medical, behavioral, and social factors influencing maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo identifies and manages risks associated with pregnancy and postpartum care, aiming to enhance health outcomes while reducing unnecessary costs. The platform provides personalized care plans and resources to meet the specific needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, collaborating with employers as well as commercial and Medicaid health plans to promote accessible and high-quality care.

Loyal

Seed Round in 2020
Loyal is a biotechnology company focused on developing veterinary pharmaceuticals aimed at extending the lifespan and improving the health span of dogs. By creating medications that target the aging process, Loyal seeks to delay or prevent the onset of age-related diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and metabolic disorders. The company's innovative approach involves quantifying and regulating the biological processes associated with aging, which helps to mitigate the severity of these ailments. Through its research and product development, Loyal strives to ensure that dogs can enjoy longer, healthier lives, ultimately benefiting both pets and their owners.

DogVacay

Series B in 2014
DogVacay is an online community that connects pet parents with over 20,000 pet sitters across North America, ready to care for your dog like a member of their family. It's a safe, convenient and affordable way to make sure your best friend is in a loving home while you're away. All reservations include pet insurance, 24/7 customer support, and daily photo updates of your pooch enjoying a "vacay" of his own. With thousands of 5-star reviews and prices that average half the local kennel, you can finally travel with peace of mind.

DogVacay

Series B in 2013
DogVacay is an online community that connects pet parents with over 20,000 pet sitters across North America, ready to care for your dog like a member of their family. It's a safe, convenient and affordable way to make sure your best friend is in a loving home while you're away. All reservations include pet insurance, 24/7 customer support, and daily photo updates of your pooch enjoying a "vacay" of his own. With thousands of 5-star reviews and prices that average half the local kennel, you can finally travel with peace of mind.

DogVacay

Seed Round in 2012
DogVacay is an online community that connects pet parents with over 20,000 pet sitters across North America, ready to care for your dog like a member of their family. It's a safe, convenient and affordable way to make sure your best friend is in a loving home while you're away. All reservations include pet insurance, 24/7 customer support, and daily photo updates of your pooch enjoying a "vacay" of his own. With thousands of 5-star reviews and prices that average half the local kennel, you can finally travel with peace of mind.

Rover Group

Seed Round in 2011
Rover is an online marketplace that connects pet parents with a vast network of pet care providers, including pet sitters and dog walkers. The platform allows pet owners to discover and book personalized care services such as overnight boarding, in-home pet sitting, dog walking, and doggy daycare. Rover provides tools and security to empower pet sitters and walkers to manage their own businesses. In addition to its marketplace, Rover also produces and retails a range of durable pet accessories, including PVC pet crates, raised pet beds, and play pens, all manufactured in the U.S. using environmentally-friendly methods. The company is dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners by facilitating trusted care services and offering high-quality products designed to withstand the demands of pet ownership.
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