H.I.G. Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Pet Product Manufacturer Outward Hound
H.I.G. Capital has acquired a majority stake in pet product company Outward Hound. The company stated the acquisition will support product innovation and brand expansion.
Funds affiliated with H.I.G. Capital have acquired a majority stake in Outward Hound, a Centennial, Colorado-based manufacturer and distributor of dog and cat products. The transaction was announced on July 10, 2026.
The acquisition is expected to provide additional resources to develop Outward Hound's brand portfolio, which includes brands such as Outward Hound®, Best Friends by Sheri®, Catstages™, and Nina Ottosson®. The company aims to accelerate product innovation and strengthen relationships with retailers.
"This is an exciting time for the company," said Jared Mosher, CEO of Outward Hound. "H.I.G.'s support gives us greater flexibility to invest in our brands, accelerate product innovation, and pursue growth opportunities."
H.I.G. Capital is a global alternative investment firm with approximately $75 billion of capital under management. The firm has invested in over 400 companies worldwide. Outward Hound was founded in 2005 and is headquartered near Denver.