Dane Creek Capital

Dane Creek Capital offer valuable financial and management support to up-and-coming companies in the companion animal sector through selective, strategic investments. Our investment horizon is long-term taking into account current trends and changes in pet owner demographics with a current focus on opportunities in pet food products sourced from sustainable ingredient

Samantha Anderson

Director of Customer Relations

Kayla Carroll

Director of Human Resources

Rasmus Hvid

Director of Operations

MacKenzie Keillor

VP, M&A, Strategy and Shareholder Relations; President, Dockside Investco.

Brandon Kerr

Director of E-Commerce

Melissa Robertson

Director of Formulation and Nutrition

Glen Tennison

Cofounder, President and CFO

Mark Warren

Cofounder, Chairman and CEO

20 past transactions

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2018
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. cultivates crickets as a sustainable food source for pets in Canada. It produces cricket meal for wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. The company researches in and develops science of cricket production and seeks to improve both the quality of its cricket meal and farming practices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Halifax, Canada.

Naturawls

Acquisition in 2018
Naturawls Pet Products produces raw meat based pet food and dehydrated pet food products for dogs and cats. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in St. Thomas, Canada. As of April 23, 2018, Naturawls Pet Products operates as a subsidiary of United Raw Pet Food Inc.

Pets4Life

Acquisition in 2018
Pets 4 Life is a family owned company, owned by Sherry and Glenn Forrester since August of 2010, we remain committed to creating Canada's premiere holistic gourmet raw pet food, treats and supplements.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2017
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. cultivates crickets as a sustainable food source for pets in Canada. It produces cricket meal for wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. The company researches in and develops science of cricket production and seeks to improve both the quality of its cricket meal and farming practices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Halifax, Canada.

Midgard Insect Farm

Acquisition in 2017
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. cultivates crickets as a sustainable food source for pets in Canada. It produces cricket meal for wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. The company researches in and develops science of cricket production and seeks to improve both the quality of its cricket meal and farming practices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Halifax, Canada.

Tollden Farms

Acquisition in 2020
Tollden Farms Inc. produces frozen raw pet food using human-grade meat and vegetables. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Kemptville, Canada. Tollden Farms Inc. operates as a subsidiary of United Raw Pet Foods Inc.

RawPaw

Acquisition in 2019
RawPaw Natural Foods Inc. produces, processes, and sells raw meals and pet health supplements for dogs. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Dorval, Canada. As of March 22, 2019, RawPaw Natural Foods Inc. operates as a subsidiary of United Pet Supplements Inc.

Mountain Dog Food

Acquisition in 2017
Mountain Dog Enterprises Inc. produces pet food. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Edmonton, Canada.

Henry and Harvey

Acquisition in 2017
Henry & Harvey Sales & Marketing Inc. operates as a sales and marketing agency with a focus on pet specialty retail in Canada and the United States. The company offers strategic guidance and forecasting, feedback and reporting, industry insights, and event management services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Mississauga, Canada.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Placement in 2018
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. cultivates crickets as a sustainable food source for pets in Canada. It produces cricket meal for wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. The company researches in and develops science of cricket production and seeks to improve both the quality of its cricket meal and farming practices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Halifax, Canada.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2016
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. cultivates crickets as a sustainable food source for pets in Canada. It produces cricket meal for wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. The company researches in and develops science of cricket production and seeks to improve both the quality of its cricket meal and farming practices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Halifax, Canada.

Spring Meadows Natural Pet Food

Merger/Acquisition in 2018
Spring Meadows Natural Pet Food manufactures frozen raw pet food. The product line includes protein meals with beef, chicken, fish, turkey, lamb, rabbit, and bison as well as mixed meals with fruits and vegetables. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Saskatoon, Canada.

PetPlate

Seed Round in 2018
PetPlate, Inc. offers food delivery service for dogs. The company's meals are cooked in a facility and cold-pressure technology is used to destroy harmful bacteria and lock in nutrition. It provides cooked meals for dogs in pre-portioned, re-sealable, microwavable, and recyclable containers. PetPlate, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in New York, New York.
Spring Meadows Natural Pet Food manufactures frozen raw pet food. The product line includes protein meals with beef, chicken, fish, turkey, lamb, rabbit, and bison as well as mixed meals with fruits and vegetables. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Saskatoon, Canada.

Pets4Life

Merger/Acquisition in 2018
Pets 4 Life is a family owned company, owned by Sherry and Glenn Forrester since August of 2010, we remain committed to creating Canada's premiere holistic gourmet raw pet food, treats and supplements.

Mountain Dog Food

Merger/Acquisition in 2017
Mountain Dog Enterprises Inc. produces pet food. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Edmonton, Canada.

Totally Raw Natural Dog Food Inc.

Merger/Acquisition in 2017
Totally Raw Natural Dog Food Inc. manufactures and supplies raw dog food. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Halifax, Canada.