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Cuddly

Grapevine, US · Founded 2020 · 1 known investors

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Cuddly is an online platform for animal rescues and shelters to run fundraisers, create wishlists, and share adoptable pets. It also lets donors register to track their past donations.

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Founders & leadership

Cuddly was founded in 2020 by John Hussey.

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John HusseyFounderJohn Hussey founded Cuddly, a platform for animal shelters and rescues to conduct fundraising and showcase adoptable animals. He has over 11 years of experience building the company and previously worked in administrative, supply chain logistics, and marketing roles.
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Joshua RothNamed on SEC filing
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Kathy CluneNamed on SEC filing

Board

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Michael DuranBoard director
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Thomas MotterBoard director
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Zachary UllmanBoard director
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Carol NovelloBoard director

Investors · 1

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$7.4M disclosed across 2 of 4 rounds · 2020–2025

▶$1.4MraisedJul 2025 · 7 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael DuranDirector
  • John J. HusseyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Carol NovelloDirector
  • Thomas MotterDirector
  • Zachary UllmanDirector
Offering amount
$2M
Amount sold
$1.4M
First sale
Jun 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$6MraisedSep 2020 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • John J. HusseyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Joshua RothDirector
  • Tom MotterDirector
  • Kathy CluneExecutive Officer
  • Carol NovelloDirector
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$6M
First sale
Aug 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, California, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Cuddly do?
Cuddly is an online platform for animal rescues and shelters to run fundraisers, create wishlists, and share adoptable pets. It also lets donors register to track their past donations.
Who founded Cuddly?
Cuddly was founded by John Hussey in 2020.
Who are Cuddly's investors?
Cuddly's investors include Montage Capital.
How much funding has Cuddly raised?
Cuddly has disclosed $7.4M raised across 2 of its 4 known rounds.
Where is Cuddly headquartered?
Cuddly is headquartered in Grapevine, US.