7 Dog Franchise Businesses to Consider

Franchising can be attractive because it offers a proven business model, brand recognition, and ongoing support. It reduces the risk and time it takes to start a business. Here are 7 dog franchise businesses to consider.

1. Camp Bow Wow

   
   

The business model offers the following to customers:

• Doggie Daycare

• Overnight boarding

• Dog training

• Dog grooming

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• $400,000 minimum available capital

• $1,000,000 minimum net worth

  
  

Per their website, the total startup investment for a Camp Bow Wow franchise ranged from $1,054,000 to $1,719,500 in 2023.

Franchise fees:

•  Initial franchise fee of $50,000

•  7% royalty fee. 

Their website offers a map. You may click on the state you would like to open a Camp Bow Wow. It will list the cities and towns that have availability.

Support offered:

• Offer marketing support

• Operations support

• Support to get you up and running

• Site selection support (the facilities range from 4000 to 8000 square feet)

  
  

Important to know:

• The average for all revenue-reporting locations was $1,039,331 in 2023

• They offer a reduced initial franchise fee of $25,000, a 50% discount, to veterans of the U.S.

• There is a reduced initial franchise fee of $25,000, a 50% discount, to first responders.

• There is no in-house financing but they do partner with 3rd party financing providers who may be able to assist.

  
  

2. Woofie's Pet Ventures

The business model offers to customers:

• Mobile grooming

• Dog Walking

• Pet Sitting

• Connect Pet Owners to Vet Services, referrals to vet telehealth

• Pet grooming loyalty program

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• A minimum net worth of $350K-$400K

• Minimum liquid capital of $70K-$80K

  
  

The total investment to open a franchise and begin operations ranges from approximately $160,123 to $274,351.

Franchise fees:

• Initial fee of $57,500

• Royalties: 6.5%

• Brand Marketing Fund: 2%

 Most states were available. On the Woofie's Pet Ventures franchise website, you would click on the state, and it will list if there is availability. But then you must call.

The support offered:

• Classroom and hands-on training

• CPR training

• First aid certification

• Marketing assistance

• Woofie’s academy teaches you all you need to know regarding grooming and walking

  
  

Important to know:

• In-house financing may be provided to highly qualified individuals to go toward the franchise fee.

• Reduced franchise fee and any applicable household fees by 30% for all honorably discharged veterans of the American and Canadian armed forces.

3. Woof Gang Dog Bakery

The business model offers:

• Grooming

• A full retail store that includes food, gourmet treats, and healthcare products like CBD.

  
  

All states except for Hawaii are still available according to the map on their website. But you will need to call for specifics.

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• Minimum net worth of $250,000

• $75,000 liquidity.

Mid-point startup cost is $287,800

Franchise fees:

Initial franchise fee of $49,900

Marketing fee 2%

Royalties 7%

Support offered:

• Pet grooming and retail training

• Site selection support

• Marketing support

• Lease negotiation

Important to know:

• Average pet store sales are $703K per year

• Does not appear to offer financing only through 3rd party vendors

• 10% discount for veterans

4. Wagbar

   
   

The business model offers:

• Off leash Dog park

• Bar

• Food

• Event space

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• Net worth and liquid asset requirements not listed on their website.

Franchise fee:

• $50,000

• 6% royalty

• 1% for marketing

  
  

Overall initial investment ranges from $470,300-$1,145,900

Support:

• One week of training in Asheville, NC

• For both managing dog behavior and managing the bar

• A team member will be present when you open the dog park bar

• Shipping containers turned bars and bathrooms  (partnered with a company to offer this)

• Site selection

  
  

Things to know:

• Not able to find Veterans discount

• Discount if you open 3 or more Wagbars

• No financing

  
  

5. Wag N' Wash

The business model offers:

• Self-service dog wash

• Grooming

• Full retail store with toys, food, treats, and accessories

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• Minimum total net worth of at least $500k

• Minimum liquid assets are $250k

Franchise fee:

• $35k

• Royalty fee of 4%

  
  

The range to start a Wag N' Wash ranges from $296,670 and $960,200.

Most states are available but will need to call for more information.

Support:

• Protected territory

• Marketing

• Real estate assistance

• Site selection support

• Supply chain and inventory assistance

• Meeting with an existing franchise owner of Wan N Wash

  
  

Other things to know:

• Relationships with 3rd parties for possible financing.

• 20% off the franchise fee for veterans

6. Scenthound

The business model offers:

• Membership grooming with monthly subscriptions

• 6-point wellness check during each grooming session

• Tech-driven approach with an app and virtual vet access

  
  

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• Net worth: $500,000

• Liquid assets: $150,000

The average total purchase amount is between $311,174 and $485,624.

Franchise fee:

• $49,900 franchise fee

• Royalty is 6% of gross revenue

• National Advertising Fund is 1.5% of gross revenue

• Local Advertising Spend is 5.5% of gross revenue with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $35,000 per year

The map indicates many states are still available but will need to call.

Support:

• Management training and support

• Hands on pet grooming training

• Store design

  
  

Other things to know:

• 3rd party financing

• Does offer discount if opening multiple locations

• Veterans 10% discount

7. Dog Training Elite

The business model offers:

• Dog training

• Service dog training

• Puppy training

• Therapy animal training

• Obedience training

The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include:

• Net worth and liquid assets not listed

The cost to open 3 territories ranges from $173,550 to $203,250

The franchise fee is not listed on their website.

Most states were available- will need to call for more information.

Support:

• 100 hours of classroom and on-the-job training

• Ongoing support

  
  

Other things to know:

• Home-based with lower overhead

• Top 5 earning franchises average $973,756

Franchises offer a proven business model but you are giving up part of your control. Do your homework to decide if these franchises make sense for you.