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The pet services industry has grown rapidly over the past few years, with CNBC reporting that pet owners spent nearly $99 billion on their pets in 2020, and the COVID-19 pandemic has majorly impacted the sector’s prospects.

A surge in pet adoption, with many shelters running out of adoptable pets, has led to an incredible opportunity for pet franchises. The 10 franchises below are set up to win in 2021 and beyond.

Hounds Town USA

Wild Birds Unlimited

Dog Training Elite*

  • Startup costs: $76,300-$249,500
  • Units: 35

Pet Supplies Plus

  • Startup costs: $440,600-$1,315,200
  • Units: 537

Petland

  • Startup costs: $301,000-$1,100,000
  • Units: 235

Wag N Wash

  • Startup costs: $425,050-$789,350
  • Units: 18

Pet Wants

  • Startup costs: $59,830-$202,000
  • Units: 106

Aussie Pet Mobile

  • Startup costs: $153,000-$161,000
  • Units: 300+

Fetch! Pet Care

  • Startup costs: $67,000-$84,000
  • Units: 73

Pet Butler

  • Startup costs: $44,000-$48,000
  • Units: 24

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LAUREN MOORMAN

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LAUREN MOORMAN

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Lauren has more than 12 years of experience in public relations, social media and content production. She has managed internal and external communication to deliver impactful business results for brands in the hospitality, retail, education and e-commerce sectors.

Lauren has a Master of Arts in Communication and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Spanish from Illinois State University. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her husband, son and dog.

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