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Buy a Dog Training Elite Franchise

Dog Training Elite offers in-home, personalized dog training founded by Marine veteran John Mestas in 1995, with franchising starting in 2015 from Lehi, Utah. This mobile model emphasizes positive reinforcement for obedience, therapy/service dogs, aggression/anxiety issues, and daycare add-ons, training both pet and owner for lasting bonds. Over 300 U.S. locations thrive on low-overhead scalability, veteran discounts, and quick launches in a pet-obsessed market, ideal for passionate leaders building community-focused businesses.

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Why buy a Dog Training Elite Franchise?

Dog Training Elite provides explosive growth in a recession-proof pet boom, with low barriers, robust support, and diversified revenue from elite services. Mobile freedom yields high margins and fulfillment helping families/pets.

Dog Training Elite Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2011

    • Franchising Since

      2015

    • New Startup Cost

      $173,550 – $203,250

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $110,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $10,000

      plus applicable broker fees; separate $15,000 Transfer Training Fee

    • Royalty Fee

      8%

      of Gross Sales

    • Marketing Fee

      1%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      395

    • New Units Opened *

      30

    • Units Transferred *

      1

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $293,692

    * Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

Dog Training Elite – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Comprehensive training includes on-site sessions, operations coaching, marketing tools, and ongoing field visits from regional managers. Franchisees access proven systems for rapid setup post-legal, plus expansion aid for multi-territories without high real estate costs.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Sales-oriented animal lovers with $100K liquid capital excel, no experience needed thanks to training. Community builders committing to mobile ops and owner education thrive in this flexible, high-repeat model.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Ranked #146 on Entrepreneur's 2024 Franchise 500 (up 80 spots), named America's #1 Dog Training Franchise by Franchise Dictionary. Praised for 40+ years expertise, rapid growth to 346 territories, and strong franchisee satisfaction.

  4. Industry / Market

    U.S. dog training sector exceeds $10B in 2025, growing 11% yearly with 70M+ households owning dogs. In-home services surge 15% via premium personalization; service/therapy demand rises amid mental health trends.

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