How MIT-educated Entrepreneur Is Set to Revolutionize Pet Healthcare

Andrew Hamilton is no stranger to taking risks. The MIT-educated entrepreneur has made a career out of spotting market inefficiencies and turning them into thriving businesses. Now, with his latest venture, VETR.com, Hamilton is poised to shake up the pet healthcare industry. Backed by a $21 million investment from Palehorse Capital, VETR.com is set to transform the way pets receive medical care, offering a new digital platform designed to make pet healthcare more affordable and accessible than ever before.

While pet healthcare may not be the first industry people think of when it comes to innovation, Hamilton sees it differently. For him, it's an area ripe for disruption — especially when it comes to the cost of care. Through VETR.com, Hamilton plans to combine cutting-edge telemedicine with over-the-counter (OTC) medications, with the goal of making high-quality pet healthcare more affordable and accessible.

With a background in biotech, fintech, and commodities trading, the MIT-educated entrepreneur has always been ahead of the curve. Having exited a major crypto project before stepping into his role as Senior Partner at Palehorse Capital, Hamilton has led investments in next-gen biotech and emerging medical technologies.

His latest project, VETR, is his most ambitious yet. The platform, which is still in its pre-launch phase, aims to do more than just create another app — it will change the way we think about veterinary care. With the $21 million investment, Hamilton’s team will be able to develop and scale the app, allowing it to connect pet owners with licensed veterinarians remotely and offer affordable, OTC pet medications for common conditions like coccidiosis in dogs and horses.

“We’re not just launching another app,” Hamilton says. “We’re building a platform that will change how we approach pet healthcare, making it more accessible, affordable, and effective.”

At the heart of VETR.com’s offering is the combination of remote consultations with veterinarians and easy access to affordable OTC medications. Prescription medications for pets can often be prohibitively expensive, and many pet owners are left struggling to manage their pets’ health due to high costs. Hamilton and his team are looking to change that by providing affordable, high-quality OTC alternatives that can be easily accessed through the app.

The platform will allow pet owners to consult with licensed veterinarians remotely, schedule appointments, and purchase medications — all in one convenient place. Whether it’s a common condition like coccidiosis or a routine check-up, Hamilton’s goal is to create a platform that gives pet owners better, more affordable options for their pets’ health.

“We want to empower pet owners to manage their pets’ health with ease,” says Hamilton. “By giving them access to medications and remote care, we’re removing the barriers that often stand in the way of proper pet healthcare.”

The $21 million investment from Palehorse Capital will be crucial in helping the site reach its potential. The funds will go towards developing the app and its core features, which will include scheduling consultations, managing prescriptions, and offering OTC medications for a range of common pet health conditions.

“We’re excited about the possibilities this investment opens up for it,” says Hamilton. “It will allow us to scale quickly and deliver our services to more pet owners who need them.”

With this backing, VETR plans to launch in the coming months, expanding the availability of affordable and accessible pet healthcare to a broad audience. The app is set to bring a new level of convenience and cost-effectiveness to the pet healthcare market, offering solutions that pet owners can rely on.

Hamilton’s career has been built on a relentless drive to innovate. From leading successful ventures in biotech to his work in fintech, Hamilton has consistently found ways to disrupt industries that others thought were too entrenched or too risky. This is no different — Hamilton sees it as an opportunity to redefine the pet healthcare industry and create a platform that will change the way we care for our pets.

“I’m not here to follow trends. I’m here to build the future,” Hamilton explains. “This is about creating something that lasts — something that solves real problems and makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives.”

With the pet healthcare market continuing to grow, Hamilton’s vision for VETR is more relevant than ever. The app will not only offer pet owners the ability to consult with veterinarians remotely but also access affordable medications — all through one user-friendly platform. The combination of these services is set to change how pet owners manage their pets' health, removing the barriers that have traditionally made veterinary care so expensive and out of reach.

“We’re not just building a product — we’re creating a movement,” Hamilton says. “It is part of a larger vision for the future of pet healthcare, one where care is accessible, affordable, and always available when you need it.”

While the site is still preparing to launch, the investment and the plans in place show that Hamilton and his team are serious about reshaping the industry. In the months ahead, pet owners will have the opportunity to experience a new, more affordable way to care for their pets, and VETR.com is poised to become a leading force in the evolving pet healthcare market.