Top 20 Places to Find Pet-Focused Investors in 2026

Finding investors who truly understand the pet market has always been a challenge. Many founders rely on generalist VCs who overlook the category, trade show introductions, or luck. But in 2026, the landscape is changing — and founders have more tools than ever.

Here are the top 20 places to find pet-focused investors, updated for 2026.

1. Pet Ppl — The Platform Built for Pet Industry Connections

Pet Ppl is the first platform designed specifically to connect pet brands, investors, rescues, and founders. Investors can browse emerging companies by category, and founders can connect directly with pet-knowledgeable capital partners.

Pet Ppl solves the biggest barrier in pet-industry fundraising: access.

2. Leap Venture Studio

Backed by Mars Petcare and Michelson Found Animals, Leap is the leading accelerator for pet startups, offering investment, mentorship, and investor exposure.

3. Purina Pet Care Innovation Prize

PCIN features annual cohorts of promising pet companies and connects them with Purina’s investor and partner network.

4. Investor Hunt (Pet Care Category)

A searchable directory of investors who focus on or are open to pet-industry deals.

5. PitchBook (Pet, Pet Tech & Pet Wellness Tags)

A professional database where founders can identify historical pet investors and track deal activity.

6–20. Additional investor touchpoints

• Global Pet Expo

• SuperZoo

• APPA networks

• AngelList Pet Category

• LinkedIn Pet Founder Groups

• University entrepreneur networks

• Syndicates focused on consumer goods

• Mission-driven angel groups (animal welfare supporters)

If you’re raising in the pet industry, Pet Ppl should be your starting point — and this list rounds out a strong investor strategy.