The accelerator is now accepting applications for a new competition from startup founders of color.

Investors include Leap Venture Studio, Mars Petcare, R/GA Ventures and others.

Bundle x Joy and Blue Pet Co will participate in Leap Venture Studio & Academy’s seventh cohort.

THE PACK will use the funds to support the launch of its first oven-baked dog food.

Up to seven pet industry startups will be selected to participate from March 6 to June 9.

Marleybones, People who kaer and Petty Well will participate in the hybrid accelerator program alongside four pet care startups.

Leap Venture Studio has selected six early-stage pet care companies for its fifth cohort.