Milbank represented JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as the left lead arranger and first lien administrative agent and Bank of Montreal as the second lien administrative agent to support the acquisition of The Wellness Pet Food Holding Company, Inc. (“WellPet”) by Woof Holdings, Inc., an indirect subsidiary of Clearlake Capital Group, L.P.
Headquartered in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, WellPet is a global supplier of premium pet food and treats with brands including Wellness, Old Mother Hubbard, WHIMZEES, Eagle Pack, Holistic Select, and Sojos. Powered by its dedication to provide quality natural food and treats for happier, healthier pets, WellPet has become a leader in the high growth premium-focused category.
The Global Leveraged Finance team was led by partner Jerome McCluskey with associates Ashley Rose, Eliza Biswas, Nicole Rose, Ray Andrada and John Kim.