25–26 Nov'2026 | Hall 4, NESCO Mumbai
25–26 Nov'2026
|Hall 4, NESCO Mumbai
The PetBridge
Deal Room
Where Pet Brands Meet Capital. Selected brands present to a panel of investors and take questions - investors who see a fit meet founders one-on-one the same afternoon.
25 November 2026 · 2:00–6:00 PM · Hall 4, NESCO Mumbai · Last date to apply: 30 October 2026
Last date to apply: 30 October 2026 · Pay only if selected
India's B2B Pet Industry Platform
Powered by Zoomark, Italy
PetBridge is a dedicated B2B platform for the pet-care industry, connecting the people, products, businesses and ideas shaping the future of pet care in India.
India's Pet Industry Is Growing Fast. But It's Disconnected.
Brands need distributors. Distributors need brands. Retailers need products. Manufacturers need customers. Veterinary and grooming businesses need solutions. International companies need an India entry point. Emerging businesses need visibility, capital and connections.
PetBridge is the missing bridge. India's first dedicated B2B pet industry ecosystem - bringing together every community, every category, every connection under one roof.
$3.6B
Pet care spending in 2024
$7B
Projected by 2028
Source: Redseer Strategy Consultants (redseer.com)
What Happens at The PetBridge Deal Room
Capital is one of the connections PetBridge builds. The PetBridge Deal Room is where pet brands pitch for it.
01
Pitch Live
Selected brands present their business to an investor panel.
02
Take Questions
The panel responds with direct questions and feedback.
03
Meet One-on-One
Interested investors meet founders in private the same afternoon.
What Participating
Brands Get
Investor Access
Pitch to a panel of investors interested in the pet category.
Private Meetings
Meet interested investors one-on-one after the pitches.
Panel Feedback
Get direct questions and feedback on your business.
Pitch Readiness
Sharpen your growth story and funding ask.
Credibility
Selection by a screening panel adds weight in investor talks.
Industry Presence
Meet the business communities across the pet value chain under one roof.
Please note: Participation does not guarantee investment. Any funding decision rests with the investor.
Pet Brands With At Least Six Months In Business
- In business for at least six months
- A product or service already in the market
- Planning to raise funds
Ideation-stage businesses are not eligible.
Categories
Pet Food & Nutrition
OEM, Private Label & Contract Manufacturing
Pet Health & Wellness
Pet Tech & Innovation
Grooming & Hygiene
Packaging & Supply Chain
Accessories & Lifestyle
Pet Services & Business Solutions
From Application to Pitch Day
Applications Open
7 October 2026
Submit your application online.
Applications Close
30 October 2026
Last date to submit.
Status Update
By 5 November 2026
Every applicant is informed by email. Pay only if selected.
Pitch Day
25 November 2026
2:00 – 6:00 PM | Hall 4 · NESCO Mumbai
25 November 2026,
2:00 -6:00 PM
2:00 – 2:15 PM
Welcome and panel introduction
2:15 – 4:15 PM
Live pitches: 5 minutes per brand plus 5 minutes of Q&A
4:15 – 6:00 PM
Private one-on-one investor meetings
6:00 PM onwards
Networking evening (by invitation only)
Application Form
Fields marked * are required. Every application receives a status by 5 November 2026.
Step 1 of 5 - Brand
Where Do You Sell? *
Have You Raised Funds Before? *
Your Raise
Attachments
Choose Your Option
You pay only after your brand is confirmed. We will send payment details with your confirmation.
Fees are non-refundable once paid.
Questions Founders Ask
Do I need to exhibit at PetBridge to apply?
No. Exhibitors and non-exhibitors can both apply.
We have already raised funds. Can we apply?
Yes. Tell us about earlier rounds in the form.
Can an idea-stage business apply?
No. Your brand must have been in business for at least six months.
How will I know the status of my application?
Every applicant receives a status by email by 5 November 2026.
When do I pay?
Only after your entry is confirmed. You choose your option in the form, and payment details are sent with your confirmation.
Is the fee refundable?
No. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Who sees my application and pitch deck?
The screening panel and the investors taking part. They are not published.
Who are the investors?
Angel investors, angel networks, VCs and family offices with an interest in pet and consumer businesses. Confirmed brands receive the investor list before pitch day.
What is the networking evening?
An invitation-only evening after the pitches for brands that choose the networking option. It brings together exhibitors, buyers, distributors, vets and other industry guests. Investor attendance is not guaranteed.
Is investment guaranteed?
No. PetBridge does not guarantee investment. Any funding decision is between you and the investor.
Can I visit the PetBridge expo as well?
Yes. Visitor registration is compulsory for entry to the expo. You can register on the PetBridge website.
Talk to Us
Queries
For questions about The PetBridge Deal Room, get in touch.
Akanksha Rathore
+91 96199 63026
Startup Packages
PetBridge also offers startup packages to exhibit. If you are interested, reach out and we will share the details.
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vicky@pet-bridge.com
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