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Pet Services · 58 Brands

Pet Services franchises typically require $191K–$465K to open (median $333K), charge a median 7% royalty, and we track 58 brands with FDD data; 45 of them disclose Item 19 earnings. Every figure comes from each brand's Franchise Disclosure Document: Item 7 for the investment range, Item 6 for royalties, and Item 19 for earnings. Compare the leading brands side by side in the table below before you shortlist.

Wondering what a pet franchise costs to open? Pet services span a wide range, from mobile-grooming and dog-training concepts that can start under $150K to $500K or more for a dog boarding franchise or pet resort that needs a facility, kennels, and staff. Browse FDDs across dog boarding, dog training, grooming, and pet-store brands to compare pet franchise opportunities side by side. The decision usually comes down to facility: a grooming van or in-home training business you can start lean, or a boarding and daycare property with real estate and staff. Weigh each against its royalty and Item 19 revenue in the table below.

Franchises

58

Avg Investment

$280K–$604K

Avg Royalty

7.5%

Item 19

78%

Top Pet Services Franchises by the Numbers

12 pet services brands ranked by total units in their latest FDD (Item 20). Investment is the Item 7 range; fee and royalty come from Items 5 and 6.

Brand Investment Franchise fee Royalty Units Item 19
Pet Supplies Plus $541K–$2M $50K 2.0% to 3.0% 502 Yes
Woof Gang Bakery $191K–$560K $50K 7% 288 Yes
Poop 911 $4K–$26K $0 25% 254 No
Better Together $664K–$1.5M $50K 7% 225 Yes
Camp Bow Wow $955K–$1.2M $50K 7% or the Minimum… 225 Yes
Pet Wants $148K–$239K $54K 7% 158 Yes
Scenthound $323K–$551K $50K 6% 148 No
Sit Means Sit $20K–$137K $30K 6% or $800/month 148 No
Doodycalls $76K–$94K $40K 7.5% 134 Yes
Bark Busters $78K–$117K $50K 10% 133 Yes
GroomBar $54K–$218K $30K 8% 123 Yes
Aussie Pet Mobile $167K–$209K $20K 5.0% to 6.0% 105 Yes

Editor's shortlist. The table ranks by the numbers alone. For our editors' picks, with the trade-offs and FDD footnotes behind each one, read Best Pet Boarding & Daycare Franchises in 2026.

All Pet Services Franchises

Search, filter, and compare every pet services franchise we've analyzed. Select up to four to compare side by side.

Brand Item 19 Fee Investment Royalty Units
All Dogs UnleashedPet Services· Est. 2021 Disclosed $60K $692K - $1.1M 7% 14
All American Pet ResortsPet Services· Est. 2005 Disclosed $60K $798K - $1.9M 7% 12
Aussie Pet MobilePet Services· Est. 1999 Disclosed $20K $167K - $209K 5–6% 105
Bark BustersPet Services· Est. 2023 Disclosed $50K $78K - $117K 10% 133
Better TogetherPet Services· Est. 2005 Disclosed $50K $664K - $1.5M 7% 225
Bowie BarkerPet Services· Est. 2022 Disclosed $40K $325K - $578K 6% 3
Bombs Away!Pet Services· Est. 2022 Disclosed $8K $31K - $116K 12% 2
Camp Bow WowPet Services· Est. 2014 Disclosed $50K $955K - $1.2M 7% 225
Canine DimensionsPet Services· Est. 2007 Disclosed $45K $71K - $80K 11% 23
Central BarkPet Services· Est. 2022 Disclosed $55K $569K - $1.4M 6% 41
Cooper's ScoopersPet Services· Est. 2024 None $150K $160K - $320K 50% 0
DvmmatchPet Services· Est. 2020 None $75K $88K - $139K 9% 18
DappertailsPet Services· Est. 2025 Disclosed $50K $104K - $242K 7% 6
DogdropPet Services· Est. 2020 None $39K $343K - $632K 2% 5
DoodycallsPet Services· Est. 2021 Disclosed $40K $76K - $94K 7.5% 134
FairyTail Pet CarePet Services· Est. 2021 Disclosed $13K $23K - $44K 9% 5
Forever FriendsPet Services· Est. 2021 Disclosed $50K $272K - $428K 6.5% 0
Furry LandPet Services· Est. 2021 None — $137K - $310K — 71
Hike DoggiePet Services· Est. 2025 Disclosed $45K $110K - $320K 8% 5
Hike DoggiePet Services· Est. 2025 None — $110K - $320K — 0
Hike DoggiePet Services· Est. 2025 Disclosed $45K $83K - $205K 8% 5

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a dog boarding or pet franchise cost?

A mobile-grooming van or dog-training concept can start under $150K, while a dog boarding franchise or pet resort with a facility and kennels often runs $500K or more. Check Item 7 of the brand's FDD for the complete low-to-high range.

What are the top pet franchises?

Boarding and daycare, dog training, grooming, and pet-supply brands each behave differently on cost and staffing. Use the Item 19 filter to surface the ones that disclose revenue, then rank them by how their royalty and capacity fit the space you can secure.

Are pet franchises a good investment?

Pet services benefit from steady, recurring demand as owners spend on boarding, grooming, and training year-round. Profitability depends on location, capacity, and labor. Franchises that disclose Item 19 in their FDD let you review actual revenue; use the Item 19 filter above to find them.

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