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STRATEGY

We’re looking for sound business models and new ideas that meet the changing needs of the modern pet owner. Our current investment focus includes:

PRODUCTION

Manufacturers of frozen raw pet food; pet treats, meal mixers, and meal toppers, especially those using novel proteins and sustainable ingredients;

PERFORMANCE

Pet hotel and daycare services; Innovative service delivery models for veterinary care; and, Early-stage veterinary clinic consolidators.

SERVICE

Pet insurance, bio- technology, pet cremation, and funeral services. We may also make investments outside the pet industry where high returns are anticipated.

Company Focus

Dane Creek Capital Corp. is a merchant banking venture with a focus on the pet industry. It acquires, invests in, and provides management support to small to mid-size businesses and entrepreneurs serving the companion animal markets in Canada and the United States.

Our Difference

With over 30 years of business experience in the pet industry and a vast network of industry contacts, we bring
much more than money to the table.

Get in Touch

Phone: +1 (905) 291-0103
Fax: +1 (905) 296-1165

Mark Warren

COFOUNDER,
CHAIRMAN & CEO

Glen Tennison

COFOUNDER,
PRESIDENT & CFO

The Pethealth Story

DCCC Chairman & CEO Mark Warren is the founder and former President & CEO of Pethealth Inc. which he formed in 1998. Under his leadership, Pethealth became the leading aggregator of new pet and pet owner data, the largest provider of cloud-based software to the companion animal industry, one of the largest providers of pet insurance in the US, UK & Canada and the world’s largest provider of companion animal microchip technology.

Pethealth was acquired by Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (‘Fairfax’) in November, 2014 for all cash consideration of C$100M representing 2.1x twelve months trailing revenue, 19.6x twelve months trailing EBITDA and a 69% premium to the common share price.

So Why us?

We are entrepreneurs ourselves. We understand the challenges you face and have hands on experience turning good ideas into profitable ventures.

We know the pet industry and we’ll lend our strategic insights to the advancement of your business, whether you’re looking to sell or seeking investment.
Our review process is fast. We personally select each investment and work with our small board of directors and investment committee groups to make quick decisions.
Once approved, you’ll have sale proceeds or investment funds in hand in 60-90 days. 
We provide back office management support so you can focus on what matters most, whether that’s moving onto your next venture or growing your business in partnership with us.