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June 30, 2020

Hoping for a pet tech unicorn

Nestlé’s Purina Petcare has launched its first accelerator programme, helping 5 pet care startups scale with at least SFr 50,000 in funding.


Maija Palmer

5 min read

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Nestlé’s fast-growing Purina Petcare division is joining the startup accelerator movement, with five pet care startups joining its first-ever 6-month programme. Each will get at least SFr 50,000 (€47,000) in financial support, as well as mentoring and practical help from Purina in scaling the business.

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