Lerer Hippeau

Lerer Hippeau is a seed-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, established in 2010. The firm focuses on investing in entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and a strong work ethic, supporting them as they develop their businesses. Lerer Hippeau has built a diverse portfolio of over 400 companies across various sectors, including notable names such as Guideline, MIRROR, Blockdaemon, K Health, Allbirds, ZenBusiness, and Thrive. The firm is recognized for its active engagement in the early stages of startups, providing not only capital but also expertise and guidance to help founders navigate the challenges of building successful enterprises.

Stephanie Manning Cohen

Operating Partner

Sharlene Guiriba

Associate

Andrea Hippeau

Partner

Joe Medved

Partner, LH Strategy

Isabelle Phelps

Partner

Daniel Rochkind

CFO

Caitlin Strandberg

Partner

Mendy Yang

Associate

Past deals in Pets

Companion

Venture Round in 2023
Companion creates technology that simplifies how owners interact with and train their dogs. Companion's proprietary technology communicates with dogs through audio, and 3D sensing systems detect and analyze the dog's movement and behaviors. With machine learning, it can adapt in real-time, calculating the best way to engage with a dog. Companion rewards the dog for desired behaviors such as sit, down, stay, and recall using positive reinforcement techniques and proprietary data and algorithms.

Small Door

Series B in 2022
Small Door, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City, provides veterinary services characterized by a focus on customer experience and convenience. The company emphasizes elevated care, transparency, and a hospitality-oriented approach, aiming to enhance the lives of both pets and their owners. Operating 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington, D.C., Small Door has facilitated tens of thousands of consultations for its members, showcasing its commitment to exceptional service in the veterinary industry.

Small Door

Series A in 2021
Small Door, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City, provides veterinary services characterized by a focus on customer experience and convenience. The company emphasizes elevated care, transparency, and a hospitality-oriented approach, aiming to enhance the lives of both pets and their owners. Operating 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington, D.C., Small Door has facilitated tens of thousands of consultations for its members, showcasing its commitment to exceptional service in the veterinary industry.

Fi

Series B in 2021
Fi is a company that specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled dog collars and accessories, founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company develops smart dog collars that allow pet owners to track their dogs' locations in real time. Utilizing GPS and LTE-M technology, these collars not only provide location tracking but also monitor the physical activity of dogs by measuring their steps. Owners can set daily, weekly, and monthly fitness goals for their pets, making it easier to keep them healthy and active. Fi sells its products primarily through online retail channels.

FidoCure

Series A in 2020
FidoCure is dedicated to advancing canine cancer care through the use of AI-driven precision medicine. The company has established the largest proprietary learning database for canine cancer by utilizing data from naturally occurring cases and next-generation sequencing. FidoCure focuses on providing personalized medicine services, which go beyond traditional chemotherapy and radiation. By collecting tissue samples for DNA sequencing, the company generates detailed reports that identify genetic mutations influencing treatment options. This approach enables veterinarians and pet owners to implement targeted therapies that specifically address cancer cells, ultimately improving the quality of life for dogs facing cancer. Furthermore, FidoCure bridges the gap between human and veterinary oncology, fostering comparative oncology and creating innovative drug development opportunities that benefit both pets and humans.

Small Door

Seed Round in 2019
Small Door, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City, provides veterinary services characterized by a focus on customer experience and convenience. The company emphasizes elevated care, transparency, and a hospitality-oriented approach, aiming to enhance the lives of both pets and their owners. Operating 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington, D.C., Small Door has facilitated tens of thousands of consultations for its members, showcasing its commitment to exceptional service in the veterinary industry.

Fi

Series A in 2019
Fi is a company that specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled dog collars and accessories, founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company develops smart dog collars that allow pet owners to track their dogs' locations in real time. Utilizing GPS and LTE-M technology, these collars not only provide location tracking but also monitor the physical activity of dogs by measuring their steps. Owners can set daily, weekly, and monthly fitness goals for their pets, making it easier to keep them healthy and active. Fi sells its products primarily through online retail channels.

FidoCure

Seed Round in 2019
FidoCure is dedicated to advancing canine cancer care through the use of AI-driven precision medicine. The company has established the largest proprietary learning database for canine cancer by utilizing data from naturally occurring cases and next-generation sequencing. FidoCure focuses on providing personalized medicine services, which go beyond traditional chemotherapy and radiation. By collecting tissue samples for DNA sequencing, the company generates detailed reports that identify genetic mutations influencing treatment options. This approach enables veterinarians and pet owners to implement targeted therapies that specifically address cancer cells, ultimately improving the quality of life for dogs facing cancer. Furthermore, FidoCure bridges the gap between human and veterinary oncology, fostering comparative oncology and creating innovative drug development opportunities that benefit both pets and humans.

Fi

Seed Round in 2017
Fi is a company that specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled dog collars and accessories, founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company develops smart dog collars that allow pet owners to track their dogs' locations in real time. Utilizing GPS and LTE-M technology, these collars not only provide location tracking but also monitor the physical activity of dogs by measuring their steps. Owners can set daily, weekly, and monthly fitness goals for their pets, making it easier to keep them healthy and active. Fi sells its products primarily through online retail channels.

The Dodo

Series B in 2015
The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York that focuses on animals, offering a blend of news, entertainment, and advocacy. It aims to create an online community for animal lovers by providing engaging stories and videos related to animal welfare and activism. Through its content, The Dodo encourages connections between people and animals, promoting care and awareness of various animal-related issues.

BarkBox

Series B in 2014
BarkBox provides a monthly subscription service for dog owners. They offers members a monthly shipment of dog toys and treats, as well as additional products to gift a friend.

The Dodo

Seed Round in 2014
The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York that focuses on animals, offering a blend of news, entertainment, and advocacy. It aims to create an online community for animal lovers by providing engaging stories and videos related to animal welfare and activism. Through its content, The Dodo encourages connections between people and animals, promoting care and awareness of various animal-related issues.

BarkBox

Seed Round in 2012
BarkBox provides a monthly subscription service for dog owners. They offers members a monthly shipment of dog toys and treats, as well as additional products to gift a friend.
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