✓ Got a deal Status unconfirmed Season 15, Ep. 16 🐾 Pet Products

Mella on Shark Tank

Mella makes connected pet care devices such as a fast, non-invasive smart thermometer for pets. It is designed for veterinarians and owners who want easier ways to monitor pets' health.

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⏱ Mella in 30 seconds

The ask$250K for 2.5%Valued at $10M
In the tankDeal: $250K for 6%With Mark
After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
TodayStatus unconfirmed

Mella Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $250,000 for 2.5%
Asking valuation: $10M
Result: Deal
Final deal: $250,000 for 6%
Deal valuation: $4.17M
Shark: Mark Cuban
Founders: Ben Seidman, Anya Babbitt, and Daniella Morgan-Pascualvaca
From: San Francisco, CA
Aired: Mar 1, 2024

Asked

$10M

Got

$4.17M

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The pitch

Ben Seidman, Anya Babbitt, and Daniella Morgan-Pascualvaca from San Francisco, CA pitched Mella in Shark Tank Season 15, Episode 16 (aired Mar 1, 2024). They asked for $250,000 in exchange for 2.5% equity, valuing the business at $10M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Mark Cuban: $250,000 for 6%. That put the final valuation at $4.17M, 58% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Mella after Shark Tank?

Status unconfirmed Last checked November 1, 2026

Our checks

Nov 1, 2026: Removed the link to the company's website because the website's home page is gone.

We couldn't confirm whether Mella is still operating. Its website did not respond at our last check (November 2026). Readers can share updates in the reviews.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Mella get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Mella got a deal with Mark Cuban for $250,000 and 6% equity.

Which Shark invested in Mella?

Mark Cuban invested in Mella on Season 15 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Mella still in business?

We couldn't confirm whether Mella is still operating. Its website did not respond at our last check (November 2026). Readers can share updates in the reviews.

What season and episode was Mella on Shark Tank?

Mella appeared in Season 15, Episode 16, which first aired on March 1, 2024.

Where can I buy Mella?

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What was Mella's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Mella at $10,000,000 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $4,166,667.