Announcing Our Investment in Pelomatto
We're excited to announce that KVA has led the seed round investment in Pelomatto, a mobile pet grooming startup that's transforming how pet owners access grooming services in Italy.
Why Pelomatto?
Pelomatto matches exactly what we look for in portfolio companies:
Executive Founders
The founding team brings deep vertical expertise in pet care and service operations. They understand the market intimately and have the technical skills to execute.
Validated Traction
The numbers speak for themselves:
- +370% revenue growth (April 2024 to April 2025)
- 1,000+ animals served per month
- LTV/CAC ratio: 3.4x — exceptional unit economics
Scalable Model
The on-demand professional home grooming model is inherently scalable. The playbook that works in one city can be replicated across Italy and beyond.
Strategic Fit
Pet care is one of our focus sectors. We understand the market dynamics and can add genuine operational value beyond capital.
The Business Model
Pelomatto is digitizing the fragmented Italian pet grooming market with an on-demand professional home grooming service. Key elements:
For Pet Owners
- Convenient home service booking
- Vetted professional groomers
- Consistent quality experience
For Groomers
- Steady client flow
- Technology platform for scheduling and payments
- Business growth support
B2B Partnerships The strategic partnership with Arcaplanet (4 active store partnerships) demonstrates the model's potential for retail integration and customer acquisition.
How KVA Adds Value
Our investment goes far beyond capital. As operational partners, we're providing:
- Strategic consulting — go-to-market optimization and growth strategy
- Technology support — AI integration and operational automation
- Marketing services — performance marketing and brand development
- Network access — connections across the European pet care ecosystem
Investment Details
- Investment ticket: In line with our €35K-€70K range
- Stage: Seed
- Our role: Lead investor + operational partner
What's Next
We're working with Pelomatto on:
- Expanding the groomer network
- Scaling the Arcaplanet partnership
- Preparing for geographic expansion
- Optimizing technology infrastructure
Are you building something in pet care, food tech, or adjacent sectors? We're always looking for exceptional founders. Submit your venture for evaluation through our Call4Ventures program.