TL;DR
The global pet care market size is estimated at $150.67 billion and is expected to expand at a 5.1% annual growth rate, making pet franchises a growing opportunity for prospective owners. Pet franchises have investment ranges from $29,000 to $1,700,000 and unit counts ranging from 30+ to 660+.
With Americans splurging on their furry-friends now more than ever, pet brands are a great option for prospective franchise owners.
Pet industry overview
The American Pet Products Association reported that the country spent $123.6 billion on our pets in 2021, while the global pet care market size is estimated at an eye-popping $150.67 billion and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 5.1% from 2022 to 2030.
With those statistics in mind, here are some of the top pet franchises to choose from in 2023.
Top pet franchises
Investment Range: $126,900–147,750 Unit Count: 200+
For any and all training needs, Dog Training Elite is here to help. Services include therapy dog training and advanced service dog training for post-traumatic stress disorder support, psychiatric support, mobility support, autism support, diabetic alert training, personal protection training and more.
Investment Range: $688,312–$1,806,803 Unit Count: 195
Dogtopia aims to enhance the joy of dog parenthood while enabling dogs to positively change the world. The franchise offers owners daycare, overnight care, weekend and holiday boarding options, and spa services.
Investment Range: $61,300–$111,300 Unit Count: 35+
Scoop Soldiers was established in 2010 to give pet parents a break from the dirty work of cleaning up after their pets. Not only does Scoop Soldiers help to keep yards clean, but it also saves clients’ time.
Investment Range: $358,000–$770,000 Unit Count: 30+
Founded by a former K9 officer with a passion for animals, Hounds Town USA prides itself on socializing all dog types, including "bully breeds" and disabled dogs. The concept offers dog daycare; overnight boarding; dog and cat grooming; and a pet taxi for dogs in need of a lift to and from their daycare, grooming and overnight appointments.
Investment Range: $130,350–$202,000 Unit Count: 150
Pet Wants is the only national provider of pet food freshly delivered to customers. Customers get all the benefits of fresh, nutrient-dense pet food and the convenience of home delivery—without any of the hassles.
Investment Range: $29,000–129,000 Unit Count: 150+
This dog training franchise uses a studied, tested, proven and specialized approach to improve a dog's quality of life. The company offers customized dog training plans for all levels of behavior.
Investment Range: $928,000–$1,700,000 Unit Count: 200+
Camp Bow Wow wants dogs to “have a ball” with its daycare, training, boarding and in-home care services. And with all employees trained in pet CPR and first aid, pet parents can be assured their furry friends are in good hands.
Investment Range: $455,000–$1,500,000 Unit Count: 660+
Pet Supplies Plus has been a leader in the pet product retail industry for over 30 years. With a goal of being “America's Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store,” the brand now operates over 600 stores in 40 states.
Investment Range: $179,980 Unit Count: 78
Founded in Australia in 1996, Aussie Pet Mobile began in 1996 in Australia, but established its global headquarters in the U.S. in 1999. The top mobile grooming franchise offers contact-free mobile grooming for cats and dogs worldwide.
Investment Range: $75,000–$99,000 Unit Count: 100+
Fetch! Pet Care believes finding a reliable, professional pet sitter should be easy. The brand specializes in pet sitting and dog walking services—and all team members are highly experienced animal lovers.
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This story was originally published in 1851 Franchise on March 14, 2023. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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