Natural pet treat brand Dogsee Chew on Thursday said, it has raised $8 million in a Series B funding round led by Ektha.com, with participation from promoters and investors including Shivanssh Holdings and Poddar Family Office.
“The company plans to use the funds to expand manufacturing by upgrading existing factories and building a new production facility,” the press release said.
It also aims to strengthen its Amazon Global Selling strategy to boost international sales and grow in the United States and Canada in 2025.
Commenting on the funding round, Sneh Sharma, Co-founder & CMO of Dogsee said, “Dogsee is the only company manufacturing yak chews in the Himalayan hills at this scale, and we are committed to further strengthening our production capabilities in the region. With this funding, we aim to become the largest Himalayan chew manufacturer in the world while ensuring the highest quality standards in every product we deliver.”
“With the premiumization of the pet food category on the rise, the demand for our human-grade chews is exploding. This investment ensures we are well-prepared to meet this demand by scaling production and expanding our presence globally. To make our products more accessible, we also plan to open distribution hubs in key international markets, allowing our retail partners to access Dogsee Chews with shorter lead times seamlessly,” Bhupendra Khanal, Co-founder & CEO of Dogsee Chew added.
Further speaking on the investment in Dogsee Chew, Sreenivasa Musani Reddy, Managing Director of Ektha said, “Dogsee has built a strong global brand in the natural pet food space, and their dedication to quality and sustainability makes them an exciting investment opportunity. We believe their expansion strategy will not only solidify their market leadership but also set new benchmarks in the pet food industry.”
