Dogtopia
A Independent brand
About 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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Inside Dogtopia
- Established
- 2002
- First Unit Franchised
- 2005
- Franchised Units
- 270
- Company Owned Units
- 6
- States Registered In
- All
- Cash Investment
- $600,000 minimum
- Total Investment
- —
- Minimum Net Worth
- $2,000,000
- Single Unit Franchise Fee
- $49,500
- Royalty
- 7%
- Ad
- 2%
- Average Number of Employees
- 10-15
- Item 19
- Yes
- Home-Based
- No
- B2B
- No
- Master Franchise Opportunities
- No
- Veteran Discount
- Yes
- Financial Assistance Provided
- No
- Site Selection Assistance
- Yes
- Lease Negotiation Assistance
- Yes
- Recruiting Assistance
- Yes
- Cooperative Advertising
- —
- Category
- Pet Related, Retail
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