Partnerships
Kindred: A growth partner that understands pets, people, and your business
Why partner with Kindred?
Built for operators
We’ve lived your pet care challenges—and we know how to help you grow with confidence and compassion.
Legacy protected
We honor your legacy by nurturing your team, your culture, and the heartfelt care you’ve shown to pets and their families.
Partnership first
You get a true petcare resort collaborator, offering support, resources, and guidance at every step.
Strength to grow
Access the resources, guidance, and support that help your pet resort thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Our process/path to partnership
① Introductory Conversation
A confidential, no-obligation call to learn about your business, your goals for a transition, and what you're looking for in a partner. We'll share who Kindred is, how we operate, and answer any questions — so you can decide if it's worth taking the next step.
② Mutual NDA & High-Level Information Exchange
We sign a mutual non-disclosure agreement so both sides can speak openly. You share a high-level financial and operational snapshot, and we share more about our platform, portfolio, and how we partner with founders post-close.
③ Indication of Value
Based on the information shared, we provide a preliminary valuation range and a clear outline of how a deal with Kindred could be structured — including potential rollover equity, transition timeline, and your role going forward. No surprises, no pressure.
④ Letter of Intent
If the indicative terms work for both sides, we move to a non-binding Letter of Intent that locks in the framework of the deal. From here, you have a committed partner working toward a defined close — typically within 60–90 days.
⑤ Confirmatory Diligence
Our team works through financial, legal, operational, and facility diligence in a structured, organized way designed to minimize disruption to your day-to-day. We bring our own resources to the table — you won't be drowning in requests, and we'll keep things moving.
⑥ Close & Welcome to the Pack
We sign the definitive agreement, fund the transaction, and your team officially joins the Kindred family. From day one, you have access to our shared services — marketing, HR, finance, technology, training — while your brand, team, and culture stay intact.
Success story:Red Dog Resorts
Red Dog began with a bold vision: to create a pet resort unlike anything the industry had seen—purpose‑built, family‑run, and devoted to treating every pet like their own. That vision became reality in 2007 with the opening of their first Cincinnati location, featuring 24/7 care, spacious suites, vibrant play spaces, a full salon, and thoughtful touches that made every stay unforgettable. Since then, Red Dog has grown to six locations across Cincinnati and Boston, proudly caring for more than one million pets. Their signature experience—personalized attention, joyful play, and genuine warmth—continues to define the “Red Dog Difference,” now reaching more families as the brand expands into new markets.
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