Natural pet treat brand Dogsee Chew raises $8 million in a Series B round

Bengaluru-based Dogsee Chew, which specializes in natural pet treats made from Himalayan cheese, has raised $8 million in a Series B funding round led by Ektha.com, with participation from Shivanssh Holdings, the Poddar Family Office, and existing backers.

The latest investment brings the pet food startup’s all-time raise to $22 million. It previously raised funding from Mankind Pharma, Sixth Sense Ventures, and other investors.

What does Dogsee Chew do?

Founded in 2015 by Bhupendra Khanal and Sneh Sharma, Dogsee Chew claims to have quickly grown into a global player in the premium pet treat sector, currently serving customers in more than 30 countries. 

“The demand for our human-grade chews is exploding,” Khanal said. “This investment ensures we are well-prepared to meet this demand by scaling production and expanding our presence globally.” Sharma, who co-founded the company, underscored the brand’s ambition to “become the largest Himalayan chew manufacturer globally.”

Purpose of fundraising

Dogsee aims to channel a significant portion of the new funding toward expanding its manufacturing capabilities, including building an additional production facility.

It will also work on distribution hubs in key international markets, especially the United States and Canada, reinforcing a focus on Amazon Global Selling to bolster cross-border sales.

“Dogsee has built a strong global brand in the natural pet food space,” said Ektha Managing Director Sreenivasa Musani Reddy. “We believe their expansion strategy will not only solidify their market leadership but also set new benchmarks in the pet food industry.”

Dogsee Chew's market presence

Starting out in 2015 with just seven products, Dogsee Chew has grown to be India’s fourth-largest pet food exporter. The startup claims that its cheese-based dog treats are produced using a traditional Himalayan recipe, and the founders claim that the treats contain no additives or preservatives.

Now, with additional backing from Ektha and others, Dogsee is aiming to capitalize on increasing demand for premium, “human-grade” pet items in a sector that has shown significant growth as more Indians and global consumers seek healthier options for their pets.