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Rover

Online pet care marketplace

rover.com

Headquarters: Seattle, United States
Founded year: 2011
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 1,000–12,000
Industry: Online Services

Last updated September 17

Latest news about Rover

In short: Rover agreed to a $2.3 billion Blackstone acquisition amid pet-safety backlash.

Company announcements

September 17 Rover

Rover is hiring for new roles across multiple locations

Open positions include design, engineering, legal, finance, and marketing in Barcelona, Seattle, and remote US.

September 15 Rover

Rover simplifies finding missing cards

The update improves provider visibility and reduces payout delays for recurring services while enhancing pet parent peace of mind.

August 14 Rover

Rover reports America's top dog breeds for 2026

The company analyzes millions of pet owner submissions to rank national favorites and highlight emerging mixes like the Pomsky across all states.

August 5 Rover

Rover wins Newsweek’s 2026 Most Loved Pet Brand honor

The company highlights community trust from pet owners and care providers while expressing gratitude for the annual industry recognition.

Media coverage

November 30, 2023 The Seattle Times

Seattle pet-care platform Rover agrees to be acquired for $2.3B

Pet marketplace firm Rover agreed to be acquired by private equity giant Blackstone for $2.3 billion, the companies said Wednesday. Rover's stockholders will receive $11...

August 31, 2023 Yahoo Finance

Rover Agrees to be Acquired by Blackstone in $2.3 Billion Transaction

SEATTLE, Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rover Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROVR) ("Rover" or the "Company"), the world's largest online marketplace for pet care, today...

August 31, 2022 Nasdaq

Rover Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results and Announces Share Repurchase Program

Rover anticipates revenue in the range of $205 - $215 million, a year-over-year increase of 21% at the midpoint of the projected range. Adjusted EBITDA...

July 30, 2021 CNN

Rover promises a network of 'trusted sitters and dog walkers.' That wasn't enough to save these pets

Like many new pandemic pet owners, Nia Morgan knew her puppy, Zorro, had grown very attached to her due to all the time she spent...

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