Premier Pet Care Franchise: Turn-Key Business in Pittsburgh
The Dog Stop franchise for sale in Monroeville, Pennsylvania
List Price: $325,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$837,000 USD
Cash Flow
$100,000 – $150,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
Less than $25,000
Value of Assets
Less than $25,000
Year Established
2014
Business Operates From
A retail location
Location Is
Leased
Approx. Monthly Rent
$10,000
Total Employees
10–25
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
SomeSeller financing Available
PassiveOwner
Involvement
About this Business
Step into a premier, turn-key The Dog Stop location in a prime Pittsburgh suburb. This semi-absentee opportunity requires minimal hours/week, thanks to a seasoned General Manager and full staff handling daily operations.
This established business boasts robust financials with consistent revenue and impressive earnings. The owner is relocating, offering a thriving operation with 1,500+ loyal clients and a stellar community reputation.
Key Financials & Deal Terms
– Asking Price: $300,000 – Attractive 2.2x 3-Year Avg NOI, below industry 3-6x standards and new build costs for quick ROI.
– Gross Revenue (3-Year Avg): $837,000
– Net Operating Income (3-Year Avg): $137,000
– Seller Financing: Available for qualified buyers.
– Inventory: Included in price.
– Turn-Key: Managed by GM, 2 Asst. Managers, and 10+ staff.
– Proven: 10+ years, 1,500+ clients.
– Diversified Revenue: Daycare, Boarding, Grooming.
– Brand Support: Franchise benefits include branding, training, tech, ongoing help.
– Facility: 11,500 sq.ft. with 5,000+ sq.ft. indoor play, 4,000 sq.ft. outdoor yard w/pool, 40 kennels, grooming stations.
– Lease: Through Oct 2034, with two 5-year renewals to 2044.
– Franchise Transfer Fee: $16,500.
– Ongoing Fees: 6% Royalty + 2% Brand Fund on Gross Sales.
– Tech Fee: $500/month for POS, CRM, etc.
Growth opportunities
This business is already highly profitable, but offers multiple avenues for immediate growth: Expand Boarding & Revenue: Fulfill a required $145K facility upgrade to expand to 65 all-new kennels. This expansion adds 8 premium, high-rate suites, designed to significantly boost income from the business's largest and most profitable service. Expand Grooming Revenue: The business is primed for significant growth in its high-margin grooming department. It currently operates with one full-time and one part-time groomer. By transitioning the part-time groomer to full-time and hiring one additional groomer (for a total of three), revenue from this service can be more than doubled. Grow Retail Sales: There is an opportunity to increase retail revenue by expanding the current in-store product inventory and selection. Increase Customer Acquisition: With a current annual marketing spend of less than $5,000, a significant opportunity exists to reach new customers and grow
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
The owner's role at The Dog Stop Monroeville is minimal, averaging just 3 hours per week. Focus is on financial oversight, including payroll processing, revenue generation strategies, and income monitoring. A seasoned General Manager and assistants handle daily operations, enabling semi-absentee ownership in this turn-key franchise.
Asset Description
All equipment (dishwasher, floor cleaning machine, washer & dryer, refrigerator, grooming tables, bath and dryers, retail fixtures, play yard equipment) are included in the price.
Inventory Description
Approximately $18,000 in retail inventory included in the asking price. This includes all toys, treats, food, leashes/ collars, harnesses, etc.
Reason for Selling
Owner is moving out of state and would like to be moved within 6 months.
Why I Love My Franchise
As the system's oldest franchisee, I've proudly watched The Dog Stop grow into an award-winning powerhouse. Being part of a brand recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the nation's fastest-growing companies is incredible. I love the proven business model, the unparalleled support, and our shared commitment to providing the best possible care for dogs. It’s a truly rewarding partnership.
About The Dog Stop
The Dog Stop® is an all-inclusive dog care franchise founded in 2009 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Each location is a purpose-built brick-and-mortar facility offering daycare, boarding, grooming, obedience training, and a natural pet retail store under one roof. The model generates revenue across multiple streams, with Daycare Membership and Happy Healthy Pup Membership programmes anchoring repeat business alongside one-off service revenue.
The brand began franchising in 2013 and has grown to a network of locations across more than a dozen states. The all-inclusive approach positions each Stop as a single trusted provider for dog owners seeking coordinated care rather than separate specialists. Staff are trained in canine behaviour, animal first aid and CPR, and kennel sanitation; the brand also holds Fear Free certification, a third-party standard for low-stress animal handling.
Operations are managed through a proprietary Pet Care Management Software (PCMS) covering reservations, client records, and point-of-sale in one platform. In early 2025, the brand expanded its corporate team with new leadership across operations, franchise development, real estate, and franchisee support.
Franchisee Support
Training covers 24 hours of classroom instruction and 35 hours of on-the-job training across dog behaviour, canine CPR and first aid, financial administration, marketing, customer service, and retail operations. Franchisees access the proprietary Pet Care Management Software (PCMS), which integrates reservations, client records, and point-of-sale reporting, alongside a franchisee intranet, co-op advertising, and social media marketing support. Scheduled field visits and day-to-day operational guidance continue after opening. Resale buyers should confirm what initial training and PCMS access are provided to incoming owners.
Brand Accolades & Awards
The Dog Stop® has been named to Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the US for three consecutive years, including 2024, when the brand rose more than 1,000 places in the rankings. The brand holds Fear Free certification, a recognised industry standard for low-stress animal care. For resale buyers, brand-level recognition should be weighed alongside the reputation of the specific territory, including local reviews, community standing, and the tenure of the existing team.
Industry / Market
The US pet daycare market was valued at approximately $1.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 8.6% through 2034, according to research cited by industry analysts. Growth is driven by rising pet ownership, the humanisation of dogs, and demand from dual-income households for reliable professional care. The broader US pet care industry exceeds $100 billion annually, with premium services such as daycare, boarding, and grooming representing a growing share. For resale buyers, a unit's local demand history and membership retention rate are practical indicators of ongoing business strength.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Dog Stop franchisee is a business-oriented operator who is passionate about dogs but leads through a general-manager-led team rather than working the floor personally. Prior business or management experience is preferred but not required; what matters more is the ability to hire, develop, and retain staff in a service environment that runs seven days a week. The role centres on people management, local community engagement, and operational oversight of a multi-service, staffing-intensive facility.