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Buy a The Dog Stop Franchise

Founded in 2009, The Dog Stop® is a rapidly growing dog daycare franchise operating in 11 states with over 30 locations. It offers a comprehensive range of pet care services including daycare, grooming, boarding, obedience training, and in-home services such as pet sitting and dog walking. The brand is committed to providing a safe, fun environment for dogs and peace of mind for pet owners, emphasizing superior care and client trust. The Dog Stop’s business model is designed for scalability with multiple revenue streams, including retail sales of unique pet products. It appeals to business-oriented individuals who love dogs but prefer flexible ownership, as the franchise requires hiring a full-time general manager to run daily operations.

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Why buy a The Dog Stop Franchise?

Investing in The Dog Stop franchise offers entry into a multi-revenue, fast-growing pet care business with a proven, scalable system and strong brand reputation. The flexible ownership model allows franchisees to focus on business growth rather than day-to-day operations. With comprehensive training, ongoing support, protected territories, and a growing client base, The Dog Stop presents a lucrative opportunity in a booming, recession-resistant industry driven by the increasing humanization of pets and demand for quality care.

The Dog Stop Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $49,500

    • Initial Investment

      $543,000 - $1,037,300

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

      of gross sales

  • Training & Support

    • 35 Hours on the job training

    • 24 Hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

The Dog Stop – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    The Dog Stop provides extensive support including 35 hours of on-the-job training and 24 hours of classroom training. Franchisees benefit from ongoing operational assistance, marketing support, proprietary software, site selection, lease negotiation, and grand opening help. The franchisor offers a franchisee intranet platform, co-op advertising, social media marketing, and security and safety procedures to ensure smooth operations and growth.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    The Dog Stop is recognized for its strong year-over-year growth, expanding nearly 48% over three years, and for being a recession-resistant, high-margin business in the booming pet care industry. It is noted for its client-focused approach and comprehensive service offerings that differentiate it in a crowded market.

  3. Industry / Market

    The U.S. pet care industry exceeds $100 billion annually and is growing at 5-7% per year, driven by increasing pet ownership and spending on pet wellness and services. The Dog Stop’s all-inclusive model taps into this expanding market by offering diverse services that meet modern pet owners’ needs, positioning franchisees for sustainable revenue growth in a resilient sector.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal franchisee is community-oriented, disciplined, and passionate about dogs without being “crazy dog people.” Business experience is helpful but not required, as The Dog Stop emphasizes strong leadership, team-building, and operational focus. Franchisees should be ready to hire and manage a full-time team, including a general manager, to handle daily operations while they oversee growth and strategy.

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