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Grooming, daycare, training, mobile services. Pet spending hit $147B in 2023 and grows every year.
Why now
- 70% of US households now own a pet
- Pet humanization drives premium pricing
- Mobile/home-based models keep startup costs low
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At its core, AAPR is a relationship-driven business built around recurring, behavior-based revenue. This isn?t a one-time transaction model. Daycare creates weekly routines, boarding drives higher-ticket stays, and grooming plus add-ons expand customer spend, resulting in strong frequency, high lifetime value, and predictable revenue streams. What really separates AAPR is the emotional stickiness of the model. Pet parents aren?t just buying a service, they?re trusting someone with a family member. That trust is built visit by visit, and once established, it creates long-term loyalty, repeat usage, and referral-driven growth. From an investment standpoint, this is a premium, brick-and-mortar asset play. Facilities are typically 7,500 to 12,000 square feet in high-income suburban trade areas, designed for efficiency, capacity, and scalability. At maturity, locations have averaged around $1.7M in annual revenue, with performance driven by utilization, ticket size, and visit frequency. Operationally, it?s a structured, team-based model with manager-run potential. Owners don?t need pet industry experience, we provide comprehensive support across site selection, buildout, training, hiring, marketing, and ongoing performance coaching. This fits well with candidates who are semi-absentee or executive owners, value systems and process, and are looking for a scalable platform they can grow into multiple units over time. Bottom line, this is a premium brand in a high-demand category, with recurring revenue, strong unit economics, and a business model built on relationships that keep customers coming back week after week. Corporate Values: Respect • Practice the "Golden Rule"; • First, listen to understand • Provide a safe environment • Treat all pets as if they are our own • Have honest communication always • Promote education and responsible pet ownership Integrity • Only make agreements we intend to keep • Look to the System to correct problems/issues • Always look for the best but be prepared for the worst Customer Focus • Deliver the Brand Promise • Strive to maximize both internal & external customer loyalty • Respond correctly, in a timely manner considering customer service first and foremost Revenue Streams: • Pet Boarding • Pet Grooming • Pet Daycare • Up/Cross Sell, treat, extra 1:1 play time etc Brand Highlights • High-Margin Dog Boarding/Daycare • 24-hour, 365 Day On-site Staff • Pet Health & Wellness Focus • 24-Hour Webcams • "Best of the Best" Rankings • Scalable business model • Odorless, high-end HVAC • Online Reservations • Ongoing R&D
Always Faithful Dog Training
Always Faithful is a dog training franchise that was founded by a former Marine. During his service, Abraham became a certified K-9 handler, taught marksmanship at the rifle range and operated a Repairable Issue Point. Abraham is also a service-connected disabled veteran. After he was honorably discharged in 2003, Abraham started his own dog training company and has since trained over six thousand dogs. Abraham is one of the most experienced dog trainers in the country. A UNIQUE differentiator about our model is that we do not use any treats, shock collars, or clickers to train dogs. We use proven leadership techniques. We offer franchise opportunities that can not only be profitable, but incredibly fun and rewarding as well! In addition to basic obedience, we offer: • Puppy training : Basic and Advanced • Obedience Training : Basic, Advanced and High Distraction • Behavior Modification • Therapy • Service • Tracking All training sessions are either done at the client's home or through board and train (which is another optional revenue stream). We are also one of the fastest growing dog training franchises in the United States for the following reasons: • Over 85% growth for 5 years in a row • Veteran friendly franchise • Low investment • The most experienced dog training franchise team ever assembled
Aussie Pet Mobile
Aussie Pet Mobile was founded in Australia in 1996 and established its global headquarters in the United States in 1999. It has grown to become the number one brand in mobile pet grooming in the U.S. We deliver professional one-on-one dog and cat grooming services in fully customized grooming vans, providing timesaving convenience to owners, and a calm and attentive experience for their pets, free of the frenzy of brick-and-mortar grooming facilities. We require an upfront 3-territory package that can support 9-12 mobile grooming units, and offer in-house financing of up to $80,000 for qualified candidates. Part of Home Franchise Concepts (HFC): Aussie Pet Mobile is backed by the strength and infrastructure of Home Franchise Concepts with over 30 years in franchising. Home Franchise Concepts is a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises, a privately held company with $22B in annual revenues, providing leadership and stability like no other franchisor.
Central Bark Doggy Day Care
?? Join us May 19th ?? ?? We're hosting a special insider interview with Tanya Marion, Owner/Operator of Central Bark, Columbia, South Carolina. Register here to reserve your spot now, seats are limited for this exciting webinar! ?? Central Bark USA is a leading dog daycare and enrichment franchise built around its proprietary Whole Dog Care approach - a comprehensive model that integrates dog daycare, grooming, training, boarding, retail, and even pet insurance into a single, holistic experience. Unlike traditional daycare providers that focus primarily on supervision, Central Bark emphasizes enrichment, behavior, and emotional wellbeing, using structured playgroups and science-based methods to ensure dogs are not just cared for, but meaningfully engaged and balanced. Founded over two decades ago, Central Bark has grown into a nationally recognized franchise system by combining premium pet care services with a membership-based revenue model that drives recurring income and strong unit-level performance. Its facilities are designed to deliver safe, controlled environments where trained staff actively manage dog behavior, reinforcing positive socialization and reducing stress. This focus on quality, safety, and consistency has helped the brand build trust with pet parents while creating a differentiated position in the rapidly growing pet services industry. For franchise owners, Central Bark offers a proven business model supported by comprehensive training, operational systems, and ongoing corporate support. The brand attracts owner-operators who are passionate about dogs and committed to building a community-centered business, while also benefiting from scalable revenue streams and strong consumer demand. As the U.S. pet care market continues to expand, Central Bark stands out as a premium, purpose-driven franchise that blends operational excellence with a clear mission: to improve the lives of dogs and the people who love them.
DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming
DapperTails is more than another pet grooming franchise. It is a mobile grooming system built by groomers for owners who want a proven path with expert support behind them. Founded by experienced groomers who understand the realities of the industry, DapperTails was created to solve the challenges of traditional grooming and bring a more efficient, scalable model to market. Today, with 30+ territories operating across 16 states, the brand continues to grow through a mobile grooming framework shaped by real operational experience. What sets DapperTails apart is its focus on practical systems and sustainable growth. Franchisees gain access to a structured launch process, operational support, marketing resources, custom mobile grooming vans, and territories designed for long-term scalability. From client acquisition to daily operations, each part of the model is built with efficiency and consistency in mind. DapperTails is designed for individuals who want to build a business on strong foundations, whether they come from the pet industry or not. With ongoing support, streamlined systems, and a brand rooted in grooming experience, franchisees are positioned to grow with confidence. This is an opportunity to step into a model that has been tested, refined, and built to scale.
Dogtopia
Dogtopia has more than 270 operating units and is the leading pet services franchise and an early pioneer in the industry. Dogtopia is currently the FASTEST growing franchise in the pet industry with 350+ stores sold and in development, opened 43 in 2023, and on pace for 50 openings in 2024 with 400 open by the end of 2025! • 6 Company-owned units • Experienced leadership team • Aggressive growth initiatives to 400 stores by end of 2025 • Strong, validated and engaged franchisees • Strong year over year growth: AUV's doubled since 2016 • Same store sales in 2022 is now up 30% over 2021, 40% over 2020 • 4 weeks of training + 10 days on-site opening support, unparalleled franchisee support We offer a healthy, safe and fun environment for dogs to socialize, that allows dog-parents peace of mind leaving their valued family members in the best care possible.
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