Pet Franchise

Best Pet Franchises to Own 2016

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Pet franchises can be a great way to get the financial freedom you are looking for. They are not only a fun option for your business purchase, but the pet industry is booming meaning it can be a great choice financially as well. There are many options to choose from which is why it can be helpful to understand the best options out there and what they can provide you. So here are the best pet franchises to own in 2016.

 

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This is a franchise that focuses on doggy daycare and boarding. In addition to this they have spa services for dogs. Their philosophy is to provide a positive experience for dogs no matter the service they are there for. They have been open since 2002, though they didn’t begin franchising until 2005. They currently have 22 franchise locations as well as 3 company owned locations across the United States. They are a popular name in the pet community which is why they are on the list of the best pet franchises to own.

 

Pet Depot

Just as the name suggests, this is a pet supply retailer. Just think Home Depot for pets. They have a wide assortment of pet products. They even offer grooming services in stores as well. The company puts a huge spotlight on the franchisees taking personal pride in their location. This is why the company offers training and expect their franchisees to be pet parents themselves so they can give advice to their customers.

 

Camp Bow Wow

When thinking about the best pet franchises to own, you may automatically think about Camp Bow Wow. This is because they are one of the most popular names out there for doggy daycare. What most people do not realize is that this franchise also offers overnight pet boarding in addition to their day camp options. Their goal is to provide an environment that is fun for pets in a safe environment pet parents can feel comfortable with.

 

Pet Supplies Plus

This is another pet supply retailer and groomer that offers franchising opportunities. The aspect many people like is the revenue they can earn with their franchise, which is why we added them to this list of the best pet franchises to own 2016. However, they also have a very high startup cost. In fact, at the very least the franchise will cost over half a million dollars to start up. These costs could easily go over a million. For many, this is simply more than they want to spend.

 

Splash and Dash

john_n_story_pic-smThe interesting thing about Splash and Dash is that it was created by pet store owners as a way to make life easier for their customers as well as bring in more income. The company offers a retail boutique and a full grooming salon. The main selling point of the franchise is the signature bath membership. This is a monthly subscription service that provides recurring revenue to franchise owners. The company has locations all over the United States and even in Canada and has made the Inc 500 list for fastest growing privately owned business the last two years in a row.
There are many good option in this list for the best pet franchises to own. The best thing you can do is figure out which industries within the pet industry suit you best. From there, look at what each franchise has to offer and what their franchisees think about the business so you can determine for yourself which of their franchises can give you just what you are looking for with this financial endeavor.

Aspects Most Pet Franchises Never Think of Opening Year

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Have you recently bought a franchise or are considering it? Chances are you have a ton of questions about how things work and what you should be doing There are a million different articles out there giving you 10 tips to be more successful or 6 ways you can boost your revenue. While these are important as you are basing your future on the new franchise you have opened, there are a few things you still need to consider. Here are some things we think you need to remember with pet franchises.

 

Make Time for Your Health

There is a saying, “If you don’t make time for health you will have to make  time for illness.” Just because you are a business owner doesn’t mean you can forget about your health and wellness. Make time to go to the doctor, pay attention to issues you are having, and still make time to exercise and eat right (at least some of the time- no one can be super healthy all the time). Many times owners of pet franchises don’t mean to neglect their health, they just get caught up in the day to day activities of the store. So make sure you don’t fall into this trap.

 

Be Willing to Admit What You Don’t Know

Just because you are starting a business does not mean you know it all. Even the most skilled entrepreneurs do not know everything about pet franchises when they first start out. You need to take stock of what you know and what you don’t so you can learn more. This may be a humbling experience but it is one that is necessary to help your dog grooming business.

 

Have Time to Yourself

When you own a pet franchise it is easy to let it consume you. Even if you are taking days off you may still find yourself calling to check in or working on spreadsheets and doing the books for the business. Before you know it your vacations will turn into long marketing strategies for your franchise. While your shop is important, you do need to find time to do your own thing. Maybe that is fishing. Maybe it’s spending time with your family. Maybe it is creating crochet Disney characters. Whatever it is, make time to have time to yourself and enjoy it. Owners of pet franchises who take time out for themselves find that they feel better physically as well as emotionally, which is beneficial for the store.

 

Know that Learning Under Fire Isn’t a Bad Thing

Sure you go through training with the franchise before you opened which should have given you the basics of what you need to know. However, this is not where the training ends. There will be crises that come up (or even mini ones) in pet franchises that can seem overwhelming at the time. The truth is this is where a lot of your learning will come from. You learn from mistakes that were made and understand how to rectify the situation. This will help you avoid it from happening in the future. This is not a bad thing and doesn’t make you a bad franchisee. Just human and most people learn best from being thrown in the fire.