Cleary Gull Inc. advises Kennel-Aire, LLC in its sale to Petmate, a Wind Point Partners portfolio company

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 22, 2011 – Cleary Gull Inc. (“Cleary Gull”) is pleased to announce the sale of Kennel-Aire, LLC to Petmate, a Wind Point Partners portfolio company. Cleary Gull acted as exclusive financial advisor to Kennel-Aire, LLC.

Kennel-Aire, LLC, located in Ottawa, Kansas, is a manufacturer and marketer of high-quality plastic pet carriers, wire kennels, vehicle barriers, and water bowls.

Petmate is a manufacturer and marketer of a complete line of pet products including plastic carriers, kennels, dog houses, bedding, watering systems, toys, collars, leashes, and accessories.