DoodyCalls franchisees provide pet waste removal and related services to residential and commercial customers in their local territories. The brand operates under Authority Brands and uses a mobile service model rather than a retail-based format.

“DoodyCalls is a fairly straightforward business to get up and running because you don't have the same storefront costs that come with a lot of other concepts,” said Josh Minturn, vice president of franchise development for Authority Brands. “Franchisees are operating a mobile service business, so they can focus more of their investment on launching the operation and building a customer base. That makes it a practical entry point for people who want to get into home services.”

Initial Franchise Fees: Item 5 Breakdown

Item 5 of the brand’s 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) covers the fees a franchisee pays before opening.

The standard franchise fee is $39,900 for a territory with approximately 100,000 to 150,000 households. An Existing Customer Fee may also apply if the territory already has customers that were being served through out-of-territory sales. The franchise fee is paid when the franchise agreement is signed and is nonrefundable.

DoodyCalls offers a number of discounts that can reduce the franchise fee for eligible candidates. They apply in situations such as purchasing multiple territories at the outset, expanding as an existing DoodyCalls franchisee, coming into the system as a franchisee of another Authority Brands concept, qualifying through the VetFran program or meeting the requirements for the brand’s diversity discount.

Estimated Initial Investment: Item 7 Breakdown

Item 7 of the FDD provides a detailed breakdown of the estimated costs associated with opening a DoodyCalls franchise. In addition to startup expenses, it includes additional funds intended to help cover the business's first six months of operation.

These figures are estimates based on the franchisor's experience and may vary depending on factors such as local market conditions, financing arrangements and individual business decisions. Because DoodyCalls operates as a mobile business, the estimated investment does not include real estate costs. Additional funds are intended to help cover operating expenses during the first six months.

Ongoing Franchise Fees: Item 6 Breakdown

Item 6 of the FDD covers the ongoing fees franchisees pay once the business is operating, including royalties, marketing costs and technology fees.

In addition to the recurring fees summarized above, Item 6 describes a number of conditional fees that may apply in specific situations, such as transfers, audits, training or noncompliance.

“We want prospective franchisees to understand both the upfront investment and the ongoing commitments that come with operating the business,” Minturn said. “Those recurring fees support the marketing, technology and operational resources that help franchisees grow their customer base and run their businesses efficiently while benefiting from the strength of a national brand.”

For more information on the costs of a DoodyCalls franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/doodycalls.