Robert Capelli is the Founder and Managing Partner of Canine Investments, LLC, and Fund Manager of the Canine Capital Private Credit Fund, a fully collateralized private credit platform designed to transform the fragmented U.S. boarding kennel industry into a scalable, branded real estate and operating enterprise.

With more than 20 years of experience in private real estate transactions, Robert has developed and generated dependable returns for investors. His expertise in private asset-backed real estate loans, managing operations, and building investor trust forms the foundation of the Canine Capital Fund’s risk-mitigated, asset-backed model — combining the security of real estate with the income stability of operating cash flows.

Beyond finance, Robert brings over three decades of hands-on experience in the canine world, having operated short-term boarding facilities for world-class breeding dogs since the mid-1990s. This unique dual background — part financier, part operator — gives Robert a rare understanding of both the emotional and economic dynamics of dog ownership. He understands the psychology of pet owners and the operational realities of kennel management, giving him a strategic edge in identifying opportunities others overlook.

As an experienced startup architect and venture capital fundraiser, Robert understands that success in any platform venture is defined not by a single founder, but by the strength of the team. While he may be the architect of Canine Investments and the Canine Capital Fund, he is clear that he is “only the tip of a very capable spear.”

The organization he has assembled reflects that philosophy — a multidisciplinary leadership team with deep expertise in:

• Real Estate & Private Lending — seasoned professionals in acquisition, underwriting, and fund administration.

• Kennel Operations & Animal Care — experts in facility management, compliance, and customer experience.

• Marketing & Brand Development — storytellers and strategists driving national awareness for the Stay Central™ brand.

• Private Equity Roll-Ups & M&A — operators experienced in scaling fragmented sectors into cohesive, high-multiple platforms.

This collective capability enables Canine Investments to act with institutional precision while preserving entrepreneurial agility — executing a national roll-up and rebrand strategy in a market historically underserved by traditional financing.

Robert’s leadership philosophy is rooted in clarity, transparency, and collaboration. He believes in surrounding himself with experts, empowering them through systems, and holding the organization accountable to measurable results.

At its core, his vision is simple but transformative: To build a trusted brand and asset-backed investment platform that delivers predictable investor income, operational excellence, and enduring enterprise value — turning the love of dogs into a disciplined, scalable business.