H.I.G. Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Pet Product Maker Outward Hound
Outward Hound announced that funds affiliated with H.I.G. Capital have acquired a majority stake in the company. The investment aims to accelerate product innovation and expand market opportunities.
Centennial, Colorado – July 10, 2026 – Outward Hound, a manufacturer of pet products, announced today that funds affiliated with H.I.G. Capital have acquired a majority stake in the company. This transaction is intended to provide Outward Hound with additional resources to accelerate product innovation, strengthen retail partnerships, and expand market opportunities.
The investment from H.I.G. Capital is expected to fuel Outward Hound's growth by enabling greater flexibility in investing in its brands and pursuing new avenues for expansion. Jared Mosher, CEO of Outward Hound, stated that the company remains focused on developing distinctive brands and maintaining strong customer and retail relationships.
H.I.G. Capital is a global alternative investment firm with $75 billion of assets under management. The firm specializes in providing capital and operational support to middle-market companies, aiming to drive value creation and growth.
Outward Hound designs, manufactures, and distributes a range of high-quality toys, games, accessories, feeders, beds, and treats for dogs and cats. Its brand portfolio includes Outward Hound, Best Friends by Sheri, and Nina Ottosson, among others.