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Napo

London, GB · Founded 2021 · 112 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors

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Napo is a UK pet insurance provider offering lifetime cover for dogs and cats, with tiers from £2,000 to £16,000 per year covering illnesses, accidents, dental and behavioural treatment. Policies include direct vet payments and free 24/7 online vet consultations via the FirstVet app.

ConsumerFintechInsurTech

Founders & leadership

Napo was founded in 2021 by JP, Jean-Philippe Doumeng, GB JP, and Ludovic Lacay.

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JPFounder
JDJean-Philippe Doumeng
Jean-Philippe DoumengCo-Founder & CEOPreviously co-founded digital health platform Tictrac and led business development at Babylon Health.
GJ
GB JPFounder
LLLudovic Lacay
Ludovic LacayCo-Founder & Chief Product Officer2021–2025Former Meta product lead (Facebook Lite / WhatsApp ads) and earlier London health/home-ownership product roles. Later public profiles also list a subsequent product role at Activision Blizzard.

Investors · 7

DMG Ventureslisted by DMG VenturesLondon · $1.3M – $6.3M

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DN Capitallisted by DN CapitalLondon · $270K – $22M

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FJ Labslisted by FJ LabsNew York · $100K – $3M

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MTECH CAPITALlisted by MTECH CAPITALSanta Monica

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PICUS CAPITALlisted by PICUS CAPITALMunich · $100K – $5M

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Mercia VenturesreportedNewcastle upon Tyne · $130K – $13M

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Funding

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Related companies · 4

ChewyChewy is an online retailer for pet products and prescription medications, offering an Autoship subscription service and a pharmacy where licensed pharmacists coordinate with veterinarians to fill pet prescriptions. It serves pet owners with home delivery of pet supplies and medications.
RoverRover Group operates online community marketplaces connecting pet owners with vetted pet care providers including sitters, dog walkers, groomers, and trainers across North America, Europe, and Australia. The platform serves the pet care industry through brands including Rover, Cat in a Flat, and Mad Paws, offering personalized services with trust and safety features.
WagwalkingWag! is a marketplace that connects pet owners with local pet caregivers for services including dog walking, drop-in visits, pet sitting, and boarding. The platform vets caregivers through background checks and provides real-time updates and communication tools for pet owners to monitor their pets during service.
VcahospitalsVCA Animal Hospitals operates a national network of veterinary hospitals providing primary care, specialty care, emergency care, urgent care, and boarding services for pets. The company combines advanced medical technology and procedures with compassionate care for pet owners and their animals.

Companies working in the same space as Napo.

In the news

Napo raises €14.4m to revolutionise pet insurance with AI and automationfintech.global · Feb 2025Napo sniffs out €14.4 million to take a bite out of outdated pet insurance | EU-Startupseu-startups.com · Feb 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Napo do?
Napo is a UK pet insurance provider offering lifetime cover for dogs and cats, with tiers from £2,000 to £16,000 per year covering illnesses, accidents, dental and behavioural treatment. Policies include direct vet payments and free 24/7 online vet consultations via the FirstVet app.
Who founded Napo?
Napo was founded by JP, Jean-Philippe Doumeng, GB JP, Ludovic Lacay in 2021.
Who are Napo's investors?
Napo's investors include Companion Fund, DMG Ventures, DN Capital, FJ Labs, MTECH CAPITAL, PICUS CAPITAL, Mercia Ventures.
Where is Napo headquartered?
Napo is headquartered in London, GB.