Chewy, Inc. is a prominent American online retailer specializing in pet food and related products. Founded in 2011 under the name "Mr. Chewy" by Ryan Cohen and Michael Day, the company quickly gained traction in the pet supply market. By 2017, Chewy had captured a significant share of online pet food sales, leading to its acquisition by PetSmart for $3.35 billion, which was a record for e-commerce at that time