Freshpet, Inc. Schedule 13G/A (Amendment No. 1) reports that a group of Bank of Montreal entities beneficially own 2,233,818 shares of Common Stock, representing 4.55% of the class. The filing lists the reporting persons and their registered CUSIP 358039105.
The statement breaks down voting and dispositive powers across affiliated entities (for example, Bank of Montreal shows 1,862,931 sole voting power and 2,233,448 sole dispositive power; 1001271606 Ontario Inc and Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. each show 1,310,659 sole dispositive power). The filing is signed by Kathryn Cenac with signature dates of 05/13/2026.
Positive
None.
Negative
None.
Insights
Filing documents passive institutional ownership and power allocation among BMO entities.
The Schedule 13G/A identifies a group of affiliated Bank of Montreal reporting persons and quantifies their beneficial ownership of 2,233,818 shares and voting/dispositive splits. The statement follows regulatory disclosure norms for beneficial owners under Section 13.
Key dependencies include the classification as a 13G filing and the group structure; any changes in voting arrangements or acquisitions would require amended filings. Subsequent filings will reveal material changes in position.
Ownership concentrated across several BMO affiliates; two subsidiaries show large dispositive holdings.
The excerpt attributes large dispositive counts to 1001271606 Ontario Inc and Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. (each 1,310,659 shares). The bank parent reports consolidated totals reflecting pooled control and disposal authority across entities.
This allocation matters for assessing potential selling capacity or stewardship votes; changes to these allocations would appear in updated Section 13 filings or schedules.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership:2,233,818 sharesPercent of class:4.55%CUSIP:358039105+4 more
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
Beneficially ownedregulatory
"Amount beneficially owned: 2,233,818"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Sole dispositive powerregulatory
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: Bank of Montreal - 2,233,448"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
It reports that Bank of Montreal-related entities beneficially own 2,233,818 shares of Freshpet common stock, representing 4.55% of the class. The filing itemizes voting and dispositive powers among the affiliated reporting persons and provides signature dates.
Who are the reporting persons named in the filing for FRPT?
The filing lists multiple Bank of Montreal affiliates including Bank of Montreal, Bank of Montreal Holding Inc., BMO Asset Management Inc., and others, plus 1001271606 Ontario Inc. and Burgundy Asset Management, Inc., with a shared address at 1 First Canadian Place, Toronto.
What voting and dispositive powers are disclosed?
The statement discloses per-entity powers: e.g., Bank of Montreal has 1,862,931 sole voting power and 2,233,448 sole dispositive power; 1001271606 Ontario Inc. shows 943,267 sole voting and 1,310,659 sole dispositive power in the excerpt.
Does this Schedule 13G/A indicate an active trading intent?
No explicit trading intent is stated. The filing lists beneficial ownership and power allocations under Schedule 13G/A format; it does not describe planned purchases or sales or provide cash‑flow details related to the holdings.
When was the filing signed and by whom?
The filing is signed by Kathryn Cenac, Managing Director - Regulatory Solutions Group, with signature dates shown as 05/13/2026 on the submitted amendment.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 1)
Freshpet, Inc.
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
358039105
(CUSIP Number)
03/31/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Bank of Montreal
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
1,862,931.00
6
Shared Voting Power
370.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,233,448.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
370.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,233,818.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
4.55 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
47,366.00
6
Shared Voting Power
370.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
47,366.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
370.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
47,736.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0.09 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
BK
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
3,030.00
6
Shared Voting Power
370.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
3,030.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
370.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
3,400.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
BD
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
ONTARIO, CANADA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
3,030.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
3,030.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
3,030.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
44,336.00
6
Shared Voting Power
72,265.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
44,336.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
44,336.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0.9 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
BD
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO FINANCIAL CORP.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
14,201.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
17,326.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,326.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0.3 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO Delaware Trust Company
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
8.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
8
Shared Dispositive Power
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
12,127.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
12,127.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
12,127.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0.02 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO BANK N.A.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
ILLINOIS
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
1,474.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,597.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,597.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
BK
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,002.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,002.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
1001271606 ONTARIO INC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
943,267.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
1,310,659.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
1,310,659.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
2.67 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
358039105
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
943,267.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
1,310,659.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
1,310,659.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
2.67 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Freshpet, Inc.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
1450 US-206, BEDMINSTER, NEW JERSEY
07921
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Bank of Montreal
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC.
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC.
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC.
BMO FINANCIAL CORP.
BMO Delaware Trust Company
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP.
BMO BANK N.A.
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC
1001271606 ONTARIO INC
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc.
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
1 First Canadian Place
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5X1A1
(c)
Citizenship:
Bank of Montreal - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC. - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC. - ONTARIO, CANADA
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
BMO FINANCIAL CORP. - DELAWARE
BMO Delaware Trust Company - DELAWARE
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP. - DELAWARE
BMO BANK N.A. - ILLINOIS
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC - DELAWARE
1001271606 ONTARIO INC - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. - CANADA (FEDERAL LEVEL)
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
358039105
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
2,233,818
(b)
Percent of class:
4.55 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
Bank of Montreal - 1,862,931
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC. - 47,366
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT - 3,030
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC. - 3,030
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. - 44,336
BMO FINANCIAL CORP. - 14,201
BMO Delaware Trust Company - 8
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP. - 12,127
BMO BANK N.A. - 1,474
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC - 0
1001271606 ONTARIO INC - 943,267
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. - 943,267
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
Bank of Montreal - 370
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC. - 370
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT - 370
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC. - 0
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. - 72,265
BMO FINANCIAL CORP. - 0
BMO Delaware Trust Company - 0
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP. - 0
BMO BANK N.A. - 0
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC - 0
1001271606 ONTARIO INC - 0
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. - 0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
Bank of Montreal - 2,233,448
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC. - 47,366
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT - 3,030
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC. - 3,030
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. - 44,336
BMO FINANCIAL CORP. - 17,326
BMO Delaware Trust Company - 0
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP. - 12,127
BMO BANK N.A. - 2,597
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC - 2,002
1001271606 ONTARIO INC - 1,310,659
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. - 1,310,659
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
Bank of Montreal - 370
BANK OF MONTREAL HOLDING INC. - 370
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. WEALTH MANAGEMENT - 370
BMO ASSET MANAGEMENT INC. - 0
BMO NESBITT BURNS INC. - 0
BMO FINANCIAL CORP. - 0
BMO Delaware Trust Company - 0
BMO CAPITAL MARKETS CORP. - 0
BMO BANK N.A. - 0
BMO FAMILY OFFICE, LLC - 0
1001271606 ONTARIO INC - 0
Burgundy Asset Management, Inc. - 0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
Not Applicable
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See Documents.
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), so indicate under Item 3(j) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and Item 3 classification of each member of the group. If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(c) or §240.13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identity of each member of the group.
Each reporting person may be deemed to be a member of a group with respect to the issuer or securities of the issuer for the purposes of Section 13(d) or 13(g) of the Act. Each reporting person declares that neither the filing of this statement nor anything herein shall be construed as an admission that such person is, for the purposes of Section13(d) or 13(g) of the Act or any other purpose, (i) acting (or has agreed or is agreeing to act) with any other person as a partnership, limited partnership, syndicate, or other group for the purpose of acquiring, holding, or disposing of securities of the issuer or otherwise with respect to the issuer or any securities of the issuer or (ii) a member of any syndicate or group with respect to the issuer or any securities of the issuer.
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Notice of dissolution of a group may be furnished as an exhibit stating the date of the dissolution and that all further filings with respect to transactions in the security reported on will be filed, if required, by members of the group, in their individual capacity. See Item 5.
Each reporting person may be deemed to be a member of a group with respect to the issuer or securities of the issuer for the purposes of Section 13(d) or 13(g) of the Act. Each reporting person declares that neither the filing of this statement nor anything herein shall be construed as an admission that such person is, for the purposes of Section13(d) or 13(g) of the Act or any other purpose, (i) acting (or has agreed or is agreeing to act) with any other person as a partnership, limited partnership, syndicate, or other group for the purpose of acquiring, holding, or disposing of securities of the issuer or otherwise with respect to the issuer or any securities of the issuer or (ii) a member of any syndicate or group with respect to the issuer or any securities of the issuer.
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
