Chewy

Chewy, Inc. is a prominent online retailer focused on pet food, supplies, and services. Founded in 2011 in Dania Beach, Florida, by Ryan Cohen and Michael Day, the company quickly grew to become a leader in the U.S. online pet retail market. Originally named "Mr. Chewy," it rebranded to Chewy and achieved significant milestones, including $2 billion in annual revenue by 2017. After being acquired by PetSmart in 2017, Chewy became an independent publicly traded company in 2019. Chewy operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform that offers a wide range of pet supplies, including food, treats, toys, and grooming products for various animals. The company features an autoship program for recurring deliveries, a pharmacy for prescription medications, and specialty items like customized products. Chewy emphasizes a customer-centric approach, providing 24/7 customer service and personalized touches, which has helped build strong brand loyalty among pet owners.