The pet services industry continues to grow as more Americans own dogs and seek convenient services that save time. DoodyCalls, the 100-plus-unit pet waste removal franchise, has built its business around recurring residential service, commercial contracts and a home-based operating model designed to keep overhead relatively low.

"We designed DoodyCalls to be a business that owners can grow over time," said Larry Amos, brand president. “Franchisees can get started with a relatively low investment, build recurring customers and expand through additional residential routes and commercial work. It's a simple model that rewards owners who stay focused on delivering great service.”

While every business performs differently based on factors such as territory, owner involvement, sales efforts and operating expenses, the brand's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) provides insight into the revenue achieved by existing franchisees.

Average DoodyCalls Franchise Revenue

According to Item 19 of the 2026 FDD, 65 DoodyCalls franchised locations that operated for the full fiscal year in 2025 reported the following average gross revenue:

The highest reported franchise generated $3,205,981 in gross revenue during the year.

It's important to remember that individual results vary, and franchisees are responsible for expenses such as labor, marketing, royalties, vehicles, insurance and other operating costs.

What Brings in Customers

Like many service businesses, revenue often depends on building a dense customer base and creating efficient routes. DoodyCalls generates income through a mix of recurring residential services and commercial work, including weekly, biweekly and monthly pet waste removal, one-time yard cleanups, yard deodorizing, commercial property cleanups, and the installation and maintenance of pet waste stations for HOAs, apartment communities, parks and businesses. 

"For about the cost of a pizza with one topping, somebody can have their yard cleaned for the week," said New York-based franchisee Jeff Lewonka. “People love their dogs, but they don't like cleaning up after them. It's a low-cost service that solves a problem people don't want to deal with.”

Many customers subscribe to recurring service, creating predictable monthly revenue while allowing franchisees to improve efficiency by adding nearby customers to existing routes. Commercial contracts can further expand revenue opportunities by establishing long-term relationships with property managers, municipalities and homeowner associations.

Low Startup Investment

According to the 2026 FDD, the initial investment for a DoodyCalls franchise ranges from $76,450 to $93,850, placing it on the lower end of average franchise startup costs. This is largely because owners can operate from a home office instead of a storefront, which eliminates many of the major expenses that come with a retail business. 

Why DoodyCalls is a Good Income Opportunity

DoodyCalls gives franchise owners several ways to build and grow their business. The recurring service model provides steady, repeat customers, while residential cleanups, commercial contracts and pet waste station services create multiple sources of revenue. Because the business is home-based, owners can keep overhead lower than many traditional franchises and focus on growing their customer base. As routes become more efficient and new customers are added, franchisees have the opportunity to increase revenue over time.

“One of the biggest advantages of the DoodyCalls model is that owners aren't starting over every month,” Amos said. “As the customer base grows and routes become more efficient, franchisees can build a business that becomes increasingly predictable and scalable.”

To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/doodycalls.