Dane Creek Capital Corp.

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

Glen Tennison

President and CFO

Mark Warren

Chairman and CEO

15 past transactions

Tollden Farms

Acquisition in 2020
Tollden Farms Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer based in Kemptville, Ontario, specializing in frozen raw pet food. Established in 2002, the company produces pet food using only human-grade meat and vegetables. Tollden Farms offers its products in three formats: meat and vegetable blends, meat and botanical blends, and a selection of 'Do It Yourself' components, allowing pet owners to customize their pets' diets. As a subsidiary of United Raw Pet Foods Inc., Tollden Farms aims to cater to the increasing demand among pet owners for high-quality and customizable pet food options.

RawPaw

Acquisition in 2019
RawPaw Natural Foods Inc. is a Canadian company based in Dorval that specializes in producing, processing, and distributing raw meals and health supplements for dogs. Founded in 2012, RawPaw provides a diverse range of raw pet food products, including ground meals, raw meaty and recreational bones, as well as fruits and vegetables. These offerings are designed to complement a raw pet food diet, allowing pet owners to create comprehensive diet plans tailored to their pets' nutritional needs. As of March 2019, RawPaw operates as a subsidiary of United Pet Supplements Inc.
Spring Meadows Natural Pet Food specializes in the manufacture and distribution of frozen raw pet food, catering to the needs of pet owners in Canada. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Saskatoon, the company offers a diverse product line that includes protein meals made from beef, chicken, fish, turkey, lamb, rabbit, and bison, as well as mixed meals featuring fruits and vegetables. The raw pet food is prepared using a fine grind process, and products are available in various package sizes, making it convenient for pet owners to feed animals of all sizes. With a focus on quality and nutrition, Spring Meadows aims to provide wholesome dietary options for pets.

PetPlate

Seed Round in 2018
PetPlate, Inc. is a New York-based company established in 2015 that specializes in delivering fresh-cooked meals for dogs through a direct-to-consumer subscription service. The meals are crafted from real, nutritionally balanced ingredients formulated by veterinary nutritionists. Each meal is cooked using cold-pressure technology to eliminate harmful bacteria while preserving essential nutrients. PetPlate offers its products in pre-portioned, re-sealable, microwavable, and recyclable containers, and the meals are custom-portioned and flash-frozen to maintain freshness during delivery.

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
Pets4Life is a family-owned business based in St. Thomas, Canada, founded in 2010 by Sherry and Glenn Forrester. The company specializes in producing gourmet frozen raw pet food for dogs and cats, emphasizing holistic and high-quality ingredients. In addition to pet food, Pets4Life offers a range of treats and supplements, aiming to cater to the health and nutritional needs of pets. The company's commitment to quality and wellness positions it as a leading provider in the Canadian pet food market.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2018
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. is a Nova Scotia-based company that focuses on cultivating crickets as a sustainable food source for pets. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Halifax, the farm specializes in producing cricket meal, which is sold wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. In addition to its production activities, Midgard Insect Farm is committed to researching and developing the science of cricket farming, with the goal of enhancing the quality of its cricket meal and improving farming practices. By promoting crickets as a viable protein source, the company contributes to sustainable food solutions for both animals and potentially humans.

Mountain Dog Food

Acquisition in 2017
Mountain Dog Enterprises Inc., founded in 2000 and based in Edmonton, Canada, specializes in the production of frozen raw pet food. The company focuses on providing safe and healthy food options for pets, utilizing pure meat, bone, and vegetable mixtures sourced from certified local facilities. Their offerings can be customized to meet individual dietary requirements or come as pre-tailored diets enriched with additional nutrition and supplements. Mountain Dog Enterprises ensures compliance with all necessary food certifications, catering to pet owners seeking balanced veggie and meat blend food for their animals.

Henry & 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

Acquisition in 2017
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. is a Nova Scotia-based company that focuses on cultivating crickets as a sustainable food source for pets. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Halifax, the farm specializes in producing cricket meal, which is sold wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. In addition to its production activities, Midgard Insect Farm is committed to researching and developing the science of cricket farming, with the goal of enhancing the quality of its cricket meal and improving farming practices. By promoting crickets as a viable protein source, the company contributes to sustainable food solutions for both animals and potentially humans.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2017
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. is a Nova Scotia-based company that focuses on cultivating crickets as a sustainable food source for pets. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Halifax, the farm specializes in producing cricket meal, which is sold wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. In addition to its production activities, Midgard Insect Farm is committed to researching and developing the science of cricket farming, with the goal of enhancing the quality of its cricket meal and improving farming practices. By promoting crickets as a viable protein source, the company contributes to sustainable food solutions for both animals and potentially humans.

True Raw Choice

Acquisition in 2017
Producer of pet treats and supplements intended to serve animal health. The company manufactures pet supplements using all-natural, hormone and antibiotic-free human-grade ingredients which are sourced naturally and are tested for moisture content and bacteria in its laboratory, enabling customers to receive safe products with health benefits for their companion animals.

True Raw Choice

Private Equity Round in 2017
Producer of pet treats and supplements intended to serve animal health. The company manufactures pet supplements using all-natural, hormone and antibiotic-free human-grade ingredients which are sourced naturally and are tested for moisture content and bacteria in its laboratory, enabling customers to receive safe products with health benefits for their companion animals.

Midgard Insect Farm

Private Equity Round in 2016
Midgard Insect Farm Inc. is a Nova Scotia-based company that focuses on cultivating crickets as a sustainable food source for pets. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Halifax, the farm specializes in producing cricket meal, which is sold wholesale to the pet food industry as an alternative protein. In addition to its production activities, Midgard Insect Farm is committed to researching and developing the science of cricket farming, with the goal of enhancing the quality of its cricket meal and improving farming practices. By promoting crickets as a viable protein source, the company contributes to sustainable food solutions for both animals and potentially humans.
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