FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, SaaS, and virtual reality. FJ Labs invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with an investment range between $50,000 and $5,000,000. The firm has backed notable companies including Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, ADORE ME, and Earnest.

Matias Barbero

Venture Capital

Zineb Belghiti

Analyst

Camila Bustamante

Investor

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Partner

Erez Kalir

Venture Partner

Chris Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Founding Partner

Anshul Ruparell

Founder

Luke Skertich

Investor

Andrea Xu

Investor

Past deals in Pets

Laika

Convertible Note in 2023
LAIKA is like a dog with two tails right now. Its platform for pet products and services has been growing in recent months and it’s drawn the necessary investment to keep up its momentum. LAIKA built a digital platform where users don’t have to go anywhere else to meet said needs. With two main sections; products and services. In the products section, we have more than 4,000 references (among which you can find most of the brands of food, snacks, medicines, accessories and others). In the services section, we have more than 17 services, all the healthcare, beauty and entertainment services. All of the above delivered straight to your home and with the flexibility of choosing the date and time on and at which you wish to receive the order, including same-day deliveries for the main cities and accepting all payment methods, both online and cash on delivery.

Scratch

Series C in 2022
Scratch Financial, operating under the brand Scratchpay, is the leading provider of accessible payment plans for veterinary care in the United States. Established in 2016 by Caleb Morse and John Keatley, the company is based in Los Angeles, California. Scratchpay collaborates with veterinary clinics to offer pet owners straightforward and pet-friendly financing options. The platform allows users to apply for and receive approval for payment plans in approximately 90 seconds, facilitating timely access to essential veterinary services. Scratchpay aims to enhance the affordability and transparency of veterinary care, ultimately ensuring that more pet owners can obtain the medical attention their animals require.

Laika

Series B in 2022
LAIKA is like a dog with two tails right now. Its platform for pet products and services has been growing in recent months and it’s drawn the necessary investment to keep up its momentum. LAIKA built a digital platform where users don’t have to go anywhere else to meet said needs. With two main sections; products and services. In the products section, we have more than 4,000 references (among which you can find most of the brands of food, snacks, medicines, accessories and others). In the services section, we have more than 17 services, all the healthcare, beauty and entertainment services. All of the above delivered straight to your home and with the flexibility of choosing the date and time on and at which you wish to receive the order, including same-day deliveries for the main cities and accepting all payment methods, both online and cash on delivery.

Fuzzy

Series C in 2021
Fuzzy Pet Health, Inc. is a San Francisco-based startup that provides in-home pet healthcare services through a subscription model. Founded in 2016, the company aims to make pet care accessible and affordable for pet owners. Fuzzy offers membership-based nose-to-tail examinations and vaccinations for pets, as well as a mobile application that facilitates real-time communication between pet parents and veterinarians. This app includes features such as Ask-a-Vet mobile chat, electronic health records, and personalized health programs for pets. Additionally, Fuzzy provides a direct mailing service for medications, supplements, and food, ensuring convenience for pet owners. The company was previously known as PetChi, Inc. before rebranding in December 2018.

Wagmo

Series A in 2021
Wagmo, Inc. is a Boston-based company that provides monthly wellness insurance plans specifically designed for pets. Founded in 2017, the company offers reimbursement for routine care services, including vaccinations, grooming appointments, and preventive medications. By leveraging veterinary data, Wagmo enables pet owners to anticipate and manage the costs of care in their area, optimizing the health and well-being of their pets. The service is aimed at making regular pet care more accessible and affordable through its comprehensive wellness plans.

Scratch

Series B in 2019
Scratch Financial, operating under the brand Scratchpay, is the leading provider of accessible payment plans for veterinary care in the United States. Established in 2016 by Caleb Morse and John Keatley, the company is based in Los Angeles, California. Scratchpay collaborates with veterinary clinics to offer pet owners straightforward and pet-friendly financing options. The platform allows users to apply for and receive approval for payment plans in approximately 90 seconds, facilitating timely access to essential veterinary services. Scratchpay aims to enhance the affordability and transparency of veterinary care, ultimately ensuring that more pet owners can obtain the medical attention their animals require.

Embark

Series A in 2019
Embark offers dog DNA testing that ends preventable diseases in dogs. It was founded by top experts in genomics, computational biology, and software design to sell an industry-leading dog DNA test. They use a clinical-grade CLIA-certified SNP chip to provide the most accurate and comprehensive results (200,000+ genetic markers) available on the market. Their data contributes to proprietary genetics research that will help dog owners optimize nutrition, exercise, allergies, and prevent a variety of heritable conditions. Their technological advantage, intellectual capital, and research-focus enable them to push canine health toward our shared vision of preventative veterinary care.

MollyBox

Series B in 2018
MollyBox is a subscription-based e-commerce platform for pet-owners. The company offers a monthly themed box of pet foods and supplies. MollyBox was founded in 2015 by Yifu Sun and Yi Ju and is based in Shanghai, China.

Fuzzy

Seed Round in 2017
Fuzzy Pet Health, Inc. is a San Francisco-based startup that provides in-home pet healthcare services through a subscription model. Founded in 2016, the company aims to make pet care accessible and affordable for pet owners. Fuzzy offers membership-based nose-to-tail examinations and vaccinations for pets, as well as a mobile application that facilitates real-time communication between pet parents and veterinarians. This app includes features such as Ask-a-Vet mobile chat, electronic health records, and personalized health programs for pets. Additionally, Fuzzy provides a direct mailing service for medications, supplements, and food, ensuring convenience for pet owners. The company was previously known as PetChi, Inc. before rebranding in December 2018.

Embark

Seed Round in 2017
Embark offers dog DNA testing that ends preventable diseases in dogs. It was founded by top experts in genomics, computational biology, and software design to sell an industry-leading dog DNA test. They use a clinical-grade CLIA-certified SNP chip to provide the most accurate and comprehensive results (200,000+ genetic markers) available on the market. Their data contributes to proprietary genetics research that will help dog owners optimize nutrition, exercise, allergies, and prevent a variety of heritable conditions. Their technological advantage, intellectual capital, and research-focus enable them to push canine health toward our shared vision of preventative veterinary care.

Embark

Seed Round in 2016
Embark offers dog DNA testing that ends preventable diseases in dogs. It was founded by top experts in genomics, computational biology, and software design to sell an industry-leading dog DNA test. They use a clinical-grade CLIA-certified SNP chip to provide the most accurate and comprehensive results (200,000+ genetic markers) available on the market. Their data contributes to proprietary genetics research that will help dog owners optimize nutrition, exercise, allergies, and prevent a variety of heritable conditions. Their technological advantage, intellectual capital, and research-focus enable them to push canine health toward our shared vision of preventative veterinary care.
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