Holidog

Holidog is a digital marketplace for pet care services, primarily operating in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The company was founded in 2012 by Julien Muller. The platform connects pet owners with a wide range of services, including pet sitters, dog walkers, pet nannies, and trainers. Users can search for local caregivers, review profiles, and book services through the website or app.

The business model is subscription-based, where pet owners pay a recurring fee for unlimited bookings, while the company does not take a commission from the pet sitters' fees. Holidog also offers single bookings for services like pet sitting, walking, training, and nannying. The company provides liability insurance for all bookings and offers optional medical coverage for an additional fee. In addition to its core pet-sitting marketplace, Holidog operates the Holidog Times, an online magazine, and has launched a brand of tailored pet food called Hector Kitchen.

The company is headquartered in Paris, France, and has expanded its services to 12 countries. Holidog has secured $510K in funding over two rounds from investors including 500 Global and QueensBridge Venture Partners. The platform boasts a large community with over 300,000 clients and 500,000 pet sitters.

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