Gerty Shark Tank Update
Emotional support doll for pets
What Happened to Gerty After Shark Tank
Is Gerty still in business? Yes — still in business.
$50,000
estimated annual revenue
- Deal with Kevin O'Leary for $50K/30% closed
- Became one of Shark Tank's most viral and meme-worthy pitches
- Product line: standard ($39.99) and custom face ($69.99) for dogs and cats
- Pre-show: ~200 units / ~$7K revenue in 9 months; production cost $7.50/unit
Last verified Apr 4, 2026. Web-confirmed sources.
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The Gerty Shark Tank Pitch
Todd Schram of Petaluma, CA pitched Gerty on Shark Tank Season 17, Episode 2, which aired Wednesday, October 1, 2025, asking for $50,000 for 20% of the company — a $250,000 valuation.
Kevin O'Leary agreed to invest $50,000 for 30% equity, valuing the company at $166,667. The deal closed after the show. The terms were later renegotiated: Deal with Kevin O'Leary for $50K for 30% (asked $50K for 20%).
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Pitch Details
- Aired
- S17E2Oct 1, 2025
- Ask
- $50,000for 20%
- Ask Valuation
- $250,000
Deal Terms
- Amount
- $50,000
- Equity
- 30%
- Valuation
- $166,667
Kevin O'Leary