Great Hill Partners has injected growth capital into Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, an Orlando‑based franchise that blends pet grooming with bakery treats. The firm joins existing backer Garnett Station Partners, which will stay a major shareholder. The chain now recently operates in 36 states, giving it a national footprint and increasing its relevance as pet‑care spending climbs.

CEO Ricardo Azevedo, who has steered the brand since its 2007 founding, says the infusion will fund new grooming sites and broaden the retail product line that sells treats and accessories. Although financial terms remain private, the capital indicates confidence in a franchise model that has outperformed many independent shops during a period of strong consumer demand for pet services.

Analysts observe that private‑equity backing could speed rollout of standardized services, pressuring smaller groomers that lack brand recognition. With locations in most of the United States, the franchise is positioned to claim a larger slice of the roughly $100‑billion pet market. The new funds are expected to translate into measurable store openings and higher significant same‑store sales over the next fiscal year.