Dogs are simply pawesome. On that, we can all agree. Of course, it would be incredible to work with dogs every day, right?
When imagining what careers involve working with pets, a dog boarding franchise may be at the top of the list. There are definite advantages to owning dog boarding franchises, for sure. But perhaps there are greater opportunities than what dog boarding franchise opportunities offer. Shall we have a look?
About Dog Boarding Franchise Opportunities
What Does a Dog Boarding Franchise Offer Customers?
The biggest thing dog boarding franchises offer their customers is peace of mind. When pet parents cannot be the ones caring for their dogs, they want the next best thing: someone else who cares as much.
That’s because dogs are family members. Today’s dog boarding franchise is headed more toward becoming a dog resort, and the commonalities are the services:
- Daycare with socialization involving other similarly-tempered pups
- Overnight boarding with amenities like cots, cushions, and 24/7 staffing
- Expert training available in classroom or one-on-one sessions at varied rates
- Grooming or self-service dog wash stations for overall dog comfort and one-stop shopping for dog owners
Two of the most popular dog boarding franchises in the US, Camp Bow Wow and Dogtopia, offer these services in multiple locations across the country, and they have become fairly standard as far as industry expectations.
These two dog boarding franchises, as well as many others, treat dogs like the family members they are rather than caging them like the kennels of the past. At Pet Evolution, we can get behind that level of devotion to dogs. They’re our furry family members, and we love them that way!
What Does a Dog Boarding Franchise Offer Investors?
An investor in a dog boarding franchise must possess two things: a love of dogs and a head for business.
As an overview, a dog boarding franchise can offer investors a chance to work with dogs every day.
It’s also an industry that’s experiencing steady growth, and doesn’t appear to be slowing down. 2 million dogs are adopted each year, adding to the 69 million homes that already have a dog.
In 2021, according to the American Pet Products Association, the global pet industry hit a remarkable $123.6 billion and shows no signs of slowing down.
What a dog boarding franchise can offer investors is an opportunity to join an industry with incredible potential where the customers are extremely loyal to their dogs. This loyalty to their animals manifests in a willingness to spend money for daycare, grooming, and overnight boarding services with like-minded businesses where their pets are treated like the furry family members they are.
Not only are investors’ portfolios enriched, but so are their hearts and careers. Because again, working with dogs is, paws down, one of the best ways to spend a day.
What Does a Pet Evolution Franchise Offer?
That’s the best news yet. A Pet Evolution franchise can offer even more than a dog boarding franchise!
Just in the US, pet store revenue alone in 2021 reached over $22 billion, and is forecast to reach $23.7 billion by 2027.
A Pet Evolution offers some of the same services as many of the well-known dog boarding franchise options:
- Certified grooming in our full-service grooming salons
- Self-service state-of-the-art dog wash stations with natural shampoo products, professional grade sprayers and blow dryers, and unlimited towels for guests
How Pet Evolution is Much More Than a Dog Boarding Franchise
In addition to the similarities, Pet Evolution pet store franchises are also more than a dog boarding franchise. We provide our customers with:
- Mobile nail trim services, where our professional groomers come to the customer to perform this most nerve-wracking of services for the comfort of dog and owner alike
- Online ordering through our website for in-store pickup or delivery right to their door for maximum convenience
- Extensive expertise for our thousands of pet products, including engaging pet toys designed to enrich the lives of their pets, and foods that have been carefully vetted for the utmost health of the furry family members
- A large range of nutritious foods that alleviate the worry pet parents experience when choosing the best foods for their dogs, whether they’re limited ingredient or simply designed for a longer, healthier life for their pet. All our foods are free of corn, wheat, soy, byproducts, artificial sweeteners and colors.
- An online food guide to help pet parents quickly hone in on the best foods for their dogs. Our food guide is the first step in helping dog owners determine what foods will best suit their pet’s needs no matter how complex those dietary needs may be. We also have a food transition guide for keeping pets comfortable through any food changes they may have to endure.
At Pet Evolution, how much we care about pets is clear in every product we sell. We have thoroughly researched and vetted every single vendor with whom we work, and have carefully considered every product on our shelves to ensure they’re safe for animals. In the case of foods and toys, we only carry those products that have been tested and deemed completely harm-free for animals and are engaging and stimulating.
At Pet Evolution, we treat our customers’ pets just as much like family as a dog boarding franchise might. We do everything we can to give our Pet Evolution investors the tools to support their customers in the same way.
The Pet Evolution Franchise Model Supports Our Investors
Each Pet Evolution franchise agreement will cost between $424,500 and $598,550 to bring the location into a reality. This includes the $49,000 franchise fee.
Once an investor becomes a Pet Evolution franchisee, they’ll travel to our headquarters location in Woodbury, Minnesota for 5 days of classroom and hands-on training in our flagship store.
Our franchise development team also offers expert advice on site selection, store construction, equipment, signage, and initial inventory.
During pre-opening, investors receive on-site assistance to launch their Pet Evolution store, including comprehensive access to approved vendors for the right supplies and equipment.
After the new Pet Evolution’s Grand Opening, franchise owners continue receiving ongoing training, and periodic support visits that include help with marketing, operations, facilities maintenance, and financial reporting.
Franchise owners are given our confidential operations manual for procedures surrounding daily operations, marketing, customer service, and many more key strategies for how to smoothly operate their Pet Evolution franchise.
We train each of our franchisees on our best-in-show technology tools to ensure they have what they need for the daily operations of their Pet Evolution store. This includes inventory tracking, scheduling and payroll, POS, accounting, security, and more.
Marketing support is a key part of keeping Pet Evolution ahead of the pack for our franchise owners. Our extensive marketing includes local marketing campaigns, Geo-specific landing pages that help with website presence in your specific territory, monthly reports that provide data-driven insights, quarterly advertising recommendations, and more.
When it comes to dogs, Pet Evolution is the pack leader in investments. We love our dog boarding franchise friends, but we can do so much more for our investors, for our customers, and for the dogs in their families. From grooming to mobile nail trims, to dog wash stations, to the best nutrition, and the healthiest investment portfolios, Pet Evolution has everyone covered. You’d be barking mad to pass up this opportunity!