EarthWise Pet Acquires Maine-Based Loyal Biscuit
March 13, 2023
EarthWise Pet has acquired six Loyal Biscuit pet supply stores across Maine from owner Heidi Neal. The deal expands EarthWise Pet's local footprint in Maine and aims to preserve Loyal Biscuit’s community-focused services while adding employee benefits and additional services like grooming and certified pet dietitian consultations.
- Buyers
- EarthWise Pet
- Targets
- Loyal Biscuit
- Sellers
- Heidi Neal (owner of Loyal Biscuit)
- Industry
- Retail
- Location
- Maine, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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