A Pup Above — full review and pricing

Quick facts. A Pup Above is operated by A Pup Above Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, California (United States), with the brand established in 2016 by Ruth & Javier Bolanos. The operator is privately held; appeared on Shark Tank in 2021. A Pup Above positions itself as a premium fresh-cooked dog-food subscription competing with The Farmer's Dog, billed via the tier structure detailed below.

A Pup Above markets a pet food & supplies subscription targeted at users who want a fully-managed product without piecing it together themselves. The pricing snapshot below pulls Subger's live tracker, so anchor prices stay current as A Pup Above adjusts published rates. The rest of this page details the operator, current tiers, feature coverage, support reach and 10 short FAQs.

Operator background

A Pup Above runs under A Pup Above Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, California (United States). The product was established in 2016 by Ruth & Javier Bolanos, and the company is currently privately held; appeared on Shark Tank in 2021. A Pup Above sits in the pet food & supplies category and competes for the same recurring spend as nearby pet food & supplies brands on this site. See related coverage in /en/us/promo and /en/us/deal for cross-brand context.

Headquarters and corporate status

• Legal entity: A Pup Above Inc.
• HQ: Los Angeles, California (United States)
• Founded / launched: 2016 by Ruth & Javier Bolanos
• Ownership: privately held; appeared on Shark Tank in 2021

The operator's corporate status determines who you contract with at checkout — typically the legal entity above, even if billing goes through a regional reseller.

Why A Pup Above matters in pet food & supplies

A Pup Above positions itself as a premium fresh-cooked dog-food subscription competing with The Farmer's Dog. The 2024-2025 differentiator: 2024-2025 expanded national shipping and added a single-protein turkey recipe for sensitive dogs.

Pricing and tier structure

Current tier structure: Sous-vide dog meals from $5.99/meal; recurring delivery boxes from ~$80/week. The anchor price referenced for headline comparison is Weekly delivery box from $80.

Plan grid

What changes between tiers

Higher tiers typically unlock larger allowances, additional household members or extra premium content; entry tiers exist for trial usage. Live prices in the Subger plan tracker override these anchors when A Pup Above adjusts published rates.

Recent pricing context (2024-2025)

2024-2025 expanded national shipping and added a single-protein turkey recipe for sensitive dogs. Annual commitments commonly trim 10-20% off the headline monthly rate; check the live grid above before purchase.

Feature coverage

A Pup Above ships with the following named capabilities relevant to pet food & supplies:

• Sous-vide-cooked human-grade dog meals
• Recurring delivery
• Single-protein recipes
• Vet-formulated
• No fillers or preservatives

Feature matrix

Platform and device reach

Coverage spans the operator's published device list — typically modern iOS and Android plus a web client; some categories add desktop apps, smart-TV apps or vehicle integrations where relevant. Check the vendor's "Supported devices" page if you depend on a less common platform.

Recipe formulation and delivery cadence

Recipes are formulated to AAFCO or FEDIAF nutrient profiles, with optional life-stage or single-protein variants; delivery runs on a weekly or monthly recurring schedule with auto-pause options.

What this means for buyers

The category-specific behaviour above is the single biggest factor when comparing A Pup Above against alternatives in the same pet food & supplies bracket. Buyers who care about the feature mix detailed here will typically rank A Pup Above higher than buyers focused on price alone.

Support, billing and account management

A Pup Above offers customer support through the operator's standard channels — typically an in-app help centre, email contact and (for paid tiers) live chat or phone support during business hours.

Cancellation and refunds

You can cancel A Pup Above directly from the account dashboard. Refund policy follows the operator's published terms; many pet food & supplies services prorate or do not refund partial periods after the renewal date. See the cancel guide hub for the standard cancellation workflow.

Free trials and money-back

Free trials, money-back windows and intro pricing vary by tier and country. Anchor: Weekly delivery box from $80.

Comparison context

In the pet food & supplies category, A Pup Above competes with nearby brands you can browse via /en/us/compare. Buyers commonly look at A Pup Above alongside two or three peers before committing — the side-by-side compare table on this site lets you stack feature coverage and price in one view.

When A Pup Above is the right pick

• You want a premium fresh-cooked dog-food subscription competing with The Farmer's Dog and the feature mix listed above
• The anchor price (Weekly delivery box from $80) fits the budget
• The operator's footprint covers your country

When to look elsewhere

• You need a specific feature A Pup Above does not list
• You are in a country outside the operator's main footprint
• The 2024-2025 differentiator (2024-2025 expanded national shipping and added a single-protein turkey recipe for sensitive dogs) is not relevant to your use case

Frequently asked questions

What is A Pup Above?

A Pup Above is a pet food & supplies subscription operated by A Pup Above Inc. out of Los Angeles, California (United States), established in 2016 by Ruth & Javier Bolanos. It is currently privately held; appeared on Shark Tank in 2021.

How much does A Pup Above cost?

Current tier structure: Sous-vide dog meals from $5.99/meal; recurring delivery boxes from ~$80/week. Anchor headline price: Weekly delivery box from $80. See the pricing table above for the live grid.

Who owns A Pup Above?

The brand is owned and operated by A Pup Above Inc.. Corporate status: privately held; appeared on Shark Tank in 2021.

Where is A Pup Above available?

A Pup Above operates from Los Angeles, California (United States) with country availability tied to the operator's footprint and licensing reach. Cross-check the vendor's region list before subscribing if you travel often.

Can I cancel A Pup Above any time?

Yes — cancellation runs through the operator's account dashboard. See the cancel guide hub for the standard workflow and country-specific notes.

Does A Pup Above offer a free trial?

Free-trial availability varies by tier and country. The anchor price (Weekly delivery box from $80) is the post-trial headline rate; trials, when offered, run 7 to 30 days depending on promo.

What payment methods does A Pup Above accept?

Payment methods follow the operator's checkout — typically major cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) plus locally-relevant alternatives like Apple Pay, Google Pay or country-specific wallets.

Is A Pup Above worth it in 2025?

A Pup Above's 2025 value depends on the feature mix you actually use. The 2024-2025 update — 2024-2025 expanded national shipping and added a single-protein turkey recipe for sensitive dogs — is the single most relevant signal for current-year buyers.

How is A Pup Above different from competitors?

A Pup Above differentiates as a premium fresh-cooked dog-food subscription competing with The Farmer's Dog. The operator background, founding year (2016 by Ruth & Javier Bolanos) and 2024-2025 update give buyers a sense of where the brand sits versus alternatives.

Where can I track A Pup Above pricing changes?

Subger's live tracker updates the anchor price (Weekly delivery box from $80) automatically when A Pup Above adjusts published rates. Bookmark the Subger A Pup Above page and check the pricing table above.

Sources and updates

Operator + tier + ownership facts compiled from public vendor disclosures, press releases and regulatory filings current to 2024-2025. Anchor price: Weekly delivery box from $80. Last refreshed at the timestamp in Subger's plan tracker.

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