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BabelBark launches two-way pet journaling functionAugust 6, 2019Pet software developer BabelBark has added a feature to its BabelVet, BizBark, and BabelBark smartphone applications, designed to streamline communication between veterinarians and pet owners.
BabelBark named AAHA's exclusive pet care software providerApril 26, 2019The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has named BabelBark as its sole software provider, which will allow animal caregivers to share notes and observations with pet owners and veterinarians. BabelVet, BabelBark's digital application and software platform, is designed to bring everyone in a pet's life together into one environment to better manage pet care. The application software developer will provide BabelVet to more than 4,426 AAHA-accredited hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. "Exceptional care is paramount to AAHA and we now have a consistent and direct connection between the veterinarian and the client through BabelVet," says AAHA's chief executive officer, Michael Cavanaugh, DVM, DABVP (emeritus). "The real time connection BabelBark provides to every caretaker in a pet's life in unprecedented. This knowledge is vital for us to elevate ongoing patient care." BabelVet also offers both remote patient and real time health monitoring, which can set, manage, and observe an animal's activity goals, providing immediate and critical information on a pet's health.
BabelBark gains $4.5 million Series A funding to spur growthAugust 20, 2018BabelBark Inc., a pet related software developer, has announced the completion of its Series A funding target, reaching a sum of $4.5 million. Launched in 2016, BabelBark connects pets with pet care businesses (i.e. veterinary practices, trainers, shelters, groomers, walkers, pet sitters, boarding kennels, and more) through a digital platform with a mobile application. It offers activity monitoring as well as connection to primary care and emergency veterinary services, medical records and medication reminders, regional/local pet service providers, and products designed to help pet parents monitor and manage their pet's unique needs. Since the beginning of 2018 the company has seen a 300 percent growth in the number of dogs connected to the multifaceted platform resulting in additional funding that surpassed the original target of $2.9 million. The surplus will be used toward the company's global expansion as well as more marketing resources and recruiting top talent. "We are excited for this strong financial support from both of our new and existing investors who share our vision to connect everyone in a pet's life," said Roy Stein, founder and CEO. "We are ahead of our targets in every parameter and this funding expansion will help us reach more than …
BabelBark expands its global footprintDecember 13, 2017BabelBark pet-related software developer announced the expansion of its mobile app and software platform into English-speaking countries and territories, including Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and the UK. This expansion outside of the US and Canada will bring the emerging BabelBark platform to millions of pet parents, pet vendors, and veterinarians worldwide. BabelBark digital platform offers a mobile app that combines 24/7 activity monitoring, connection to primary care and emergency veterinary services, medical records and medication reminders, regional/local service providers, and products to prescriptively and proactively help pet parents monitor and manage their dog's individual needs. The app connects their dog's information and activity with their veterinarian, pet store, walker, pet sitter, boarding kennel, and more within their identified pet care community. The BabelBark connection is further enhanced when local pet businesses also use the BizBark or BabelVet vendor software platforms, which are designed to complete the BabelBark user experience. "No matter where the pet parent is located, in the US, UK, or another country, they can easily find pet-related services nearby with the swipe of a finger," said Bill Rebozo, founder, product and market strategist for BabelBark. "In addition, when pet owners travel abroad with their …
