First Round Capital

First Round Capital, established in 2004, is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage investments. It focuses on building a robust community of technology entrepreneurs and companies, providing custom software solutions, in-person experiences, and unique services to help early-stage companies grow. First Round Capital has invested in notable startups like Uber, Square, and Warby Parker, and has adopted the Diversity Term Sheet Rider to promote diversity in its portfolio. The firm invests nationally, with additional offices in San Francisco and New York, typically providing around $500,000 in the initial investment. It actively supports its portfolio companies and has facilitated a VC-sponsored exchange fund for qualified entrepreneurs. To date, members of the First Round Capital community have raised over $2.5 billion in follow-on capital.

Meka Asonye

Partner

Brett Berson

Partner

Jeff Donnon

CFO

Amy Fu

Vice President of Investments

Todd Jackson

Partner

Josh Kopelman

Founder and Partner

Whitnie Narcisse

Operating Partner

Cory Perkins

Partner Operations Manager

Bill Trenchard

Partner

James Wu

Infrastructure and AI / ML Investor

Past deals in Pets

Goose

Seed Round in 2025
Goose is a developer of a pet booking and management platform that simplifies the process for pet owners to find and book services for their pets. The platform offers a comprehensive range of services, including daycare, boarding, grooming, and walking, allowing users to compare prices and reviews from various providers. With its user-friendly interface, customers can easily book appointments with just a few clicks. Additionally, the platform provides pet sitters with an efficient way to manage their services, enhancing the overall experience for both pet owners and service providers.

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 the first year of their infants' lives. The company's innovative care model combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical support with in-person doula services, effectively addressing medical, behavioral, and social factors that enhance maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo Care identifies and manages health risks, leading to improved outcomes and reduced costs. Its online platform delivers personalized care plans and resources that cater to the unique needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, ultimately promoting better health for mothers and their children. Pomelo Care collaborates with employers and various health plans, including commercial and Medicaid providers, to expand access to its high-quality maternity and neonatal care services.

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 the first year of their infants' lives. The company's innovative care model combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical support with in-person doula services, effectively addressing medical, behavioral, and social factors that enhance maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo Care identifies and manages health risks, leading to improved outcomes and reduced costs. Its online platform delivers personalized care plans and resources that cater to the unique needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, ultimately promoting better health for mothers and their children. Pomelo Care collaborates with employers and various health plans, including commercial and Medicaid providers, to expand access to its high-quality maternity and neonatal care services.

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 the first year of their infants' lives. The company's innovative care model combines virtual, round-the-clock clinical support with in-person doula services, effectively addressing medical, behavioral, and social factors that enhance maternal and infant health. By leveraging data science and machine learning, Pomelo Care identifies and manages health risks, leading to improved outcomes and reduced costs. Its online platform delivers personalized care plans and resources that cater to the unique needs of pregnant individuals and newborns, ultimately promoting better health for mothers and their children. Pomelo Care collaborates with employers and various health plans, including commercial and Medicaid providers, to expand access to its high-quality maternity and neonatal care services.

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 platform that connects pet owners with a network of over 20,000 vetted pet sitters across North America, ensuring quality care for dogs while their owners are away. The service offers various options, including dog boarding, pet sitting, dog daycare, and dog walking. Each reservation includes comprehensive pet insurance, covering up to $25,000 in veterinary bills, along with 24/7 customer support and daily photo updates, allowing pet owners to stay connected with their pets. With a focus on safety, convenience, and affordability, DogVacay aims to provide a loving environment for dogs, often at prices that are significantly lower than traditional kennels, while garnering thousands of positive reviews from satisfied customers.

DogVacay

Series B in 2013
DogVacay is an online platform that connects pet owners with a network of over 20,000 vetted pet sitters across North America, ensuring quality care for dogs while their owners are away. The service offers various options, including dog boarding, pet sitting, dog daycare, and dog walking. Each reservation includes comprehensive pet insurance, covering up to $25,000 in veterinary bills, along with 24/7 customer support and daily photo updates, allowing pet owners to stay connected with their pets. With a focus on safety, convenience, and affordability, DogVacay aims to provide a loving environment for dogs, often at prices that are significantly lower than traditional kennels, while garnering thousands of positive reviews from satisfied customers.

DogVacay

Seed Round in 2012
DogVacay is an online platform that connects pet owners with a network of over 20,000 vetted pet sitters across North America, ensuring quality care for dogs while their owners are away. The service offers various options, including dog boarding, pet sitting, dog daycare, and dog walking. Each reservation includes comprehensive pet insurance, covering up to $25,000 in veterinary bills, along with 24/7 customer support and daily photo updates, allowing pet owners to stay connected with their pets. With a focus on safety, convenience, and affordability, DogVacay aims to provide a loving environment for dogs, often at prices that are significantly lower than traditional kennels, while garnering thousands of positive reviews from satisfied customers.

Rover Group

Seed Round in 2011
Rover Group Inc is a leading online marketplace that connects pet parents with a vast network of pet care providers, including dog walkers and pet sitters. The platform facilitates a range of services, such as overnight boarding, in-home pet sitting, doggy daycare, and drop-in visits, operating across the U.S., Canada, and several European countries. Rover empowers its community of pet care providers by offering them tools to manage their businesses effectively, including scheduling, communication with pet parents, and payment processing. In addition to its marketplace services, Rover also produces and retails high-quality pet accessories, such as durable PVC pet products, including beds, crates, and gates. These products are designed for longevity and safety, employing environmentally-friendly manufacturing methods. Rover's commitment to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners drives its business model, ensuring that both pet parents and caregivers can experience reliable and trustworthy care solutions.
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