Dr. Doodley, a Bengaluru-based pet healthcare startup, has raised $3.3 million (about ₹30 crore) in a pre-Series A round to expand its network of multi‑speciality pet hospitals and scale vet‑at‑home services across urban India, addressing rising demand for accessible, professional veterinary care.
Hybrid model combines home visits with multi‑speciality hospitals
Founded in 2023 by Utsav Bisaria and Yash Jayprakash Ladda, Dr. Doodley operates a hybrid care model that blends in‑home veterinary visits with brick‑and‑mortar multi‑speciality hospitals. The model targets convenience and affordability for pet owners while providing a full suite of clinical services for routine care, emergency treatment and surgeries.
Funding round and investor backing
The pre‑Series A round was led by V3 Ventures, with participation from Campus Fund, Thackersey Family Office and several angel investors. The financing included a mix of equity and debt, reflecting investor confidence in India’s pet healthcare segment and in Dr. Doodley’s ability to scale operations across dense urban micro‑markets.
Planned expansion across Bengaluru
Proceeds will be used to expand the company’s hospital footprint, strengthen clinical capabilities and scale operations in key Bengaluru neighbourhoods. Dr. Doodley currently runs three hospitals in Jayanagar, Yelahanka and Whitefield and plans to open four more facilities over the coming year in Bellandur, Indiranagar, Rajajinagar and North Bengaluru.
Alongside physical expansion, the startup is intensifying its vet‑at‑home offering, which promises to connect pet owners with qualified veterinarians within 30 minutes—particularly useful for emergency interventions and for animals prone to travel‑related stress.
Transparent pricing to reduce treatment uncertainty
To address financial unpredictability around pet treatments, Dr. Doodley has introduced standardised pricing, including a flat ₹10,000 surgery fee for selected procedures. The policy is intended to lower cost anxiety for owners while maintaining quality standards in diagnostics, surgery and post‑operative care.
Growth metrics and workforce plans
The startup reports treating more than 30,000 pets and performing over 1,000 surgeries since launch. It currently employs around 35 veterinarians and plans to expand its clinical team as it scales, with a stated objective of serving over 100,000 pets in the near term.
Market context
India’s pet care market is expanding rapidly, driven by urbanisation, rising disposable incomes and changing attitudes that regard pets as family members. This shift is opening opportunities for organised, tech‑enabled providers offering comprehensive veterinary services.
Dr. Doodley’s fresh funding and growth roadmap reflect the maturing ecosystem for pet services in India, which continues to attract investor interest as demand for reliable, affordable veterinary care increases across major cities.
