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Big Bucks for Oh Norman!
Plus, Pet resort M&A heats up, Jinx nears $100M, Bark gets NYSE warning, and Cesar Millan’s back - with stylish collars.
Roy Ben Tzvi
July 18, 2025
Issue #217
July 18th, 2025
Why should pet retailers use Faire?
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60-day payment terms
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What sets Faire apart? Faire simplifies the inventory sourcing process by offering retailers a streamlined marketplace and ordering process where they can purchase products. Faire brings the trade show experience into your home, saving you time.
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And another one - Pet Resort Hospitality Group has acquired DogWatch Doggie Daycare & Boarding, with two locations in Arkansas.
Oh Ya! - Oh Norman! Just raised $2.08M in a new funding round.
Du Val investor lawsuit dismissed - Court tosses minority shareholder claims; Chinese Gambol explores building a South Auckland pet food plant.
Bark faces delisting - Bark has received a notice from the New York Stock Exchange over its noncompliance with the minimum stock price requirement.
Xcel and K9 Wear team up with Cesar Millan - Cesar Millan is launching new pet products with fashion brand Xcel and K9 Wear.
Wag sells Furscription to MWI - Pet‑tech firm offloads e‑prescription software. The cash proceeds from the sale will be used to pay down outstanding debt.
Why Five Seasons Ventures bet on Hey Holy - VC firm invests in Hey Holy’s tailored dog food subscription.
Jinx readies Series C raise - Jinx is gearing up for a big leap, raising capital, scaling into retail, bolstering its executive team, and closing in on $100 million in revenue.
Private equity targets pet care in Eastern Europe shift - Investors expand from human health into fast-growing vet clinics and dental care across CEE.
Series Ventures funds Pet Station to revitalize Busan underground mall - Seed funding powers Busan pet hub - veterinary clinic, café, salon, tech-based services underground.
Emami deepens investment in Cannis Lupus - Converts $957K in loans, adds $465K fresh capital to boost growth.
Colorado dogs are getting sick from cannabis edibles - Vets report rising marijuana poisonings in pets as legalization leads to more accidental exposures.
UK pet owners targeted by microchip renewal scam - Scammers impersonate official registries, urging owners to pay fake microchip renewal fees.
New England Patriots - On July 23, fans can meet and adopt shelter dogs alongside players at Gillette Stadium.
Taylor Lautner joins adventure campaign - Actor teams with Blue Buffalo Wilderness for summer content series and dog-lover sweepstakes fun.
Is insect dog food Legit? - Study finds nutrient gaps and mislabeled ingredients, raising red flags for owners.
Now Boarding - Heathrow upgrades pet travel experience with CareTags.
Broadway stars hit the stage - Actors and shelters team up to find pets loving homes.
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