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<a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">JDog Brands</a>, the home services franchisor behind both <a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/services/junk-removal-hauling/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling</a> and <a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/services/carpet-cleaning/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">JDog Carpet Cleaning &amp; Floor Care</a>, was created in 2012 with a unique mission to help veterans achieve the American dream of entrepreneurship by creating a clear path to successful business ownership. Today, JDog Brands has grown to feature over 260 veteran-owned franchise locations across the United States. Now, following a pandemic-fueled <a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/research/reports/market/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">boom</a> in the home services industry, the brand is expanding rapidly as savvy veteran entrepreneurs recognize that JDog’s junk removal and floor care services are more in demand than ever before.&nbsp;In addition to the brand's well-positioned concept, a big reason for that impressive growth is the strength of the JDog Brands leadership team, which brings decades-worth of both military experience and business expertise to the veteran-led brand. 1851 Franchise spoke with a few of the team’s members to learn more about their stories and their experience being part of the JDog family.<h4>JDog Brands CEO Jerry Flanagan</h4><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryflanagan11?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jerry Flanagan</a>, the founder and CEO of JDog Brands, served four years in the military prior to joining the business world, including two years active duty in the Army and two years in the National Guard.When he returned home, Jerry and his wife Tracy decided to follow their entrepreneurial dreams and start a retail business. Unfortunately, the Great Recession hit shortly thereafter and forced them to declare bankruptcy. Fueled by this experience, Jerry set out to design a recession-proof company that could provide lucrative work opportunities that aligned with the skills, needs and values of veterans. Jerry decided on the junk hauling industry and established JDog as a <a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands/why-jdog-brands-is-the-perfect-franchise-opportunity-for-veterans-looking-to-secure-their-future-2716982#brand-latest-stories">welcoming space</a> for veteran entrepreneurs, quickly building a <a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands/jdogs-military-veterans-bring-professionalism-and-reliability-to-junk-removal-industry-2716513#featured">trusted reputation</a> in their local community.&nbsp;As CEO, Jerry oversees all systems, processes and initiatives, while leading the rest of the JDog Brands executive team. “Tracy and I have built this business from the ground up,” he said. “Every system or process we put together, we did ourselves. We’ve been there, done that. We don’t expect others to do anything we have not done. We’ve also done a great job at surrounding ourselves with people who are even better than us.”Now, Jerry says his primary goal as the CEO of JDog is to lower the veteran unemployment rate to 1%. “We’ve been able to put up 262 franchises in seven years, and the next 200 to 500 franchises are going to come even easier and faster,” he said. “We have the infrastructure in place that will allow this affordable business to succeed in any market across the country. We want to have a JDog in every zip code, which means about 1,500 franchise units. That would involve a lot of veterans being hired. We hope other companies look to us as a leader for veteran small business ownership. Also, the fact we have a TV series on Discovery —&nbsp; <a href="https://www.operationhiddentreasures.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Operation Hidden Treasures</a> — is bringing everything full circle, and we are showing Americans how much fun veterans have working together and how they can continue to serve after the military.”<h4>JDog Brands Co-Founder and Senior Vice President Tracy Flanagan</h4><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-%E2%80%9Cmrs-jdog%E2%80%9D-flanagan-7a1b201a/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Tracy Flanagan</a>, co-founder and senior vice president of JDog Brands, came from a background in retail business ownership prior to starting the company with her husband. Her original business was a concept that sold children’s swing sets by hosting birthday and pizza parties. When the economy crashed in 2008 and they were forced to close the business, Jerry came to her with the idea for JDog, and Tracy helped him with everything, including hauling junk during the very first job. Right away, Tracy could tell the business was catching on, and she was the one who originally introduced the idea of franchising.“The customers started to recognize our professionalism — we branded ourselves as veteran-owned, and it was clear people wanted to know they were supporting veterans,” said Tracy. “As we got our business off the ground, we started to see more and more veterans struggling to find employment. I looked at Jerry and said we had to franchise the concept. Wouldn’t it be great to have a veteran come into this business model and control their own destiny? This is a simple business model. I have the back-office covered, and Jerry can train in the field. It's not rocket science, it's junk removal. I knew we had something.”&nbsp;Now, as the co-founder and senior vice president of JDog Brands, Tracy works to support the mission, growth and development of JDog, training new franchisees, building up brand awareness, heading up the Spouses Advisory Board and more.&nbsp;“I’ve always considered myself a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none,” Tracy said. “Everything in my career has led me to where I am today and allowed me to be a brand ambassador for JDog. I always hated public speaking, but now I’m training franchisees, and I even have a podcast that I do in conjunction with our new TV show. If you were to tell me I’d been doing any of that years ago, I would have thought you were crazy.”<h4>JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling President and COO Kevin Kopa&nbsp;</h4><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-kopa-1aaa3044?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kevin Kopa</a>, the president and COO of JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling, joined the company in January 2016 and has played a pivotal role in JDog’s expansion across the U.S. Prior to joining the team, Kopa served for six years in the Marine Corps Reserves as a Squad Leader, overseeing the training, health, and daily operations of his unit between 2005 and 2008. He was deployed twice to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.&nbsp;“Everything I learned in the Marine Corps has prepared me for this leadership role at JDog, including problem-solving and getting things done in the manner they need to be done,” said Kopa. “The ultimate goal is accomplishing whatever task is put in front of you. The skills that have allowed me to succeed in this role are the same skills that make veterans great franchisees.”In his role, Kopa oversees operations, and is responsible for strategic development, management of franchise sales, marketing and franchisee relations for JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling. In this capacity he is responsible for territory development, franchisee expansion negotiations and building up the JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling footprint across the country. Kopa oversees national corporate partnerships, provides counsel for franchise growth, and trains veterans and military family members to become successful business owners.“It is very rewarding work day-in and day-out,” said Kopa. “Franchisees come from all walks of life, and it is great to help them get up and running and really live the American dream after serving. Some veterans really need a more curated work environment to transition out of service and into society. It feels great to help solve those problems.”<h4>JDog Carpet Cleaning &amp; Floor Care President &amp; COO Dana Forester&nbsp;</h4><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-forester-592443a0?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dana Forester</a>, the president and COO of JDog Carpet Cleaning, has been with the JDog team since 2016. Prior to JDog, Forester served in the Air Force for four years and belongs to a very small community of women who have served as a Munitions Systems Specialist — a predominantly male field. She comes from a strong legacy of military service, including her uncle, Ken Baldwin, who was an original member of the “Band of Brothers.”“I was in the military for four years, highly trained to build bombs and missiles for B-52 bombers,” said Forester. “When I got out, I worked hard to find a job in that career field but no one would hire me. So I was a stay-at-home mom for a while, and when it was time to get back into the working world, I cringed because it had been so difficult in the past. I worked as an emergency services dispatch and was in the process of becoming a 911 dispatch operator when I came across JDog. During my job search, I had taken ‘veteran experience’ off my resume because no one paid any attention to it, so when I saw JDog was specifically looking for veterans, it was very exciting. Tracy had me in tears in the job interview because I was so impressed by what they were doing, and I had never been given the opportunity to become part of a veteran community after leaving the military.”In 2016, Forester began serving as the director of operations for JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling. She flourished in the position, so when JDog Carpet Cleaning &amp; Floor Care was <a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands/jdog-brands-launches-carpet-cleaning-franchise-finds-early-success-despite-covid-2716512#featured">launched in 2019</a> as the second brand under the JDog Brands umbrella, Forester was asked to come on as vice president of operations. Today, she serves as the president and COO.“Carpet cleaning and floor care is a very <a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands/how-jdog-carpet-cleaning-offers-military-grade-professionalism-in-a-fast-growing-industry-2716981#brand-latest-stories">hands-on and technical industry</a>, and I am a very technical-minded person,” said Forester. “I use that military experience to help manage people, projects and assets for the brand, and I utilize my business experience to help franchisees with operations. Franchisees can call me up at any time of the day and feel confident they will find answers to any questions. Our primary goal is to provide jobs for the veteran community, not only through franchising but also through the franchisees’ own hiring. It has become my life’s work and calling, and I’m proud to continue creating jobs for veterans and their families.”<h4>JDog Brands Vice President of Development Terry Corkery</h4><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-corkery-6b00856?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Terry Corkery</a>, the JDog Brands vice president of development, is responsible for creating continued franchise growth at JDog. Corkery has 30 years of experience in the franchise industry, working in franchise sales, development and real estate roles for both new start-up companies and legacy franchise businesses with over 1,000 locations. Corkery also owned his own company for 15 years, serving more than 750 franchisor clients to help market and grow their brands by identifying new potential franchisees for their system.&nbsp;“After selling my company, I met Jerry and Tracy, and we hit it off,” said Corkery. “JDog struck me as intriguing and unique to franchising because it was exclusively for veterans. It was an exciting opportunity to be in the franchise space while also helping veterans transition into business. I am always looking for something that is different from the competition, and I felt that JDog was something that really had legs and could make a big difference. Plus, I get to meet awesome people who served our country, which is very cool. I come from a military family, with a father who served in the Army during World War II.”Since joining the team four years ago, Corkery says his business and franchising experience has been a valuable asset as he aims to <a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands/jdog-junk-removal-hauling-signs-50-plus-military-veteran-franchisees-in-first-half-of-2021-2716511#featured">achieve his goal</a> of having a JDog franchise serving all zip codes throughout the United States. “As we continue to grow the brand and recruit franchise owners across the country, my franchise experience has definitely brought something new to the team and allowed us to take the brand to the next level,” he said. “But each individual person is really just a part of the whole. We’ve been able to put together a passionate and enthusiastic team, and that is really what makes us different from the competition.”Together, these inspiring and qualified executives are responsible for guiding JDog Brands as it quickly establishes itself as a top choice for veteran entrepreneurs and one of the franchise industry's most exciting opportunities.&nbsp;For more information on franchising with JDog Brands, visit: <a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=meet-the-jdog-brands-leadership-team-2717946" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.jdogbrands.com/</a>

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<a href="https://www.chick-fil-a.com/franchise">Chick-fil-A</a> is one of the most recognizable names in the quick-service restaurant industry. With its signature chicken sandwiches, customer-first culture and impressive per-unit sales, the brand is often at the top of the list for entrepreneurs researching restaurant franchises. But if you’re wondering how to buy a franchise with&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-rise-of-chick-fil-a-americas-number-one-chicken-franchise-2727483#stories">Chick-fil-A</a>, you’ll quickly realize that this opportunity comes with a unique set of requirements — and not everyone qualifies.<h2>Chick-fil-A Franchise Requirements</h2>Chick-fil-A is different from most restaurant franchises because it doesn’t take a large amount of money to get started.&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-much-does-a-chick-fil-a-franchise-cost-2715278#stories">The franchise fee is $10,000</a>, and applicants don’t need to show a specific net worth or liquid assets. The lower cost, however, comes with a trade-off. The company has one of the toughest application processes in franchising and places strict rules on how the business must be run.To be considered for a Chick-fil-A franchise, applicants need to show that they can legally run a business in the United States and have a solid professional background. The brand generally looks for people with at least five years of work experience and some history of leading teams. A clean financial record is important, too, since anyone with a bankruptcy on file won’t move forward in the process. The $10,000 franchise fee has to come directly from the candidate’s own funds rather than loans or gifts. On top of that, operators are expected to commit to the restaurant full time, which means stepping away from other active business ventures and putting all of their focus into building and leading their Chick-fil-A location.Candidates also need to be fluent in written and spoken English and commit to full-time, hands-on involvement in the restaurant. In fact, Chick-fil-A expects its franchisees to divest from any other active business ventures so that they can focus entirely on operating their location.Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Chick-fil-A receives tens of thousands of applications each year but approves only about one percent, making the opportunity one of the most competitive in franchising.<h2>A Hands-On, Operational Model</h2>One thing that makes Chick-fil-A stand out is how it expects its restaurants to be run. Owners can’t just hire managers and step back like in many other franchises. Instead, operators are expected to be hands-on with the daily business.Chick-fil-A also keeps more control over key parts of the operation than most franchisors. The company chooses the location, builds the restaurant and provides the equipment. The operator’s main role is to deliver excellent service and lead a team that meets the brand’s standards.This is not a passive investment or a multi-unit opportunity. 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Here are 15 top options to consider.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-pet-wants-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2722308">Pet Wants</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://petwantsfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/petwants">1851 Newsroom&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $137,850 - $219,000</li><li>Unit Count: 160+</li></ul>Pet Wants sells fresh, small-batch pet food and wellness products delivered straight to pet owners. The brand started in 2010 and has grown into a flexible franchise model with mobile and retail options. Owners benefit from strong community engagement and a scalable system.<h2>Pet Evolution</h2><ul><li><a href="https://petevolutionfranchising.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/pet-evolution-care-franchise">Growth Club</a></li><li>Investment Range: $595,300 - $1,225,500</li><li>Unit Count: 28</li></ul>Pet Evolution calls itself the “Whole Foods for Pets,” offering premium food, grooming, toys and a self-serve dog wash. The brand also created a Good Life Membership and a Mobile Nail Van for steady, recurring income. 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Owners get the backing of a big brand while still being able to keep a local, independent feel.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-earthwise-pet-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2725581">EarthWise Pet</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.earthwisepetfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $486,500 - $863,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;160+</li></ul>EarthWise Pet focuses on natural food, grooming and wellness products for dogs and cats. Many stores include self-wash stations and professional grooming services. With more than 160 locations, it combines specialty retail with growing consumer demand for healthy pet care.<h2>The Healthy Animal</h2><ul><li><a href="http://www.thehealthyanimal.com/franchise/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$101,700 - $198,700</li><li>Unit Count: 2</li></ul>The Healthy Animal is a very small but growing brand with just two locations. It focuses on natural, healthy food and products for pets. Owners get the chance to build a business in a niche with strong local connections..<h2>Woof Gang Bakery&nbsp;</h2><ul><li><a href="https://franchise.woofgangbakery.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $184,420 - $506,620</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;90+</li></ul>Woof Gang Bakery is a pet shop that also offers grooming and fresh-baked treats for dogs. The stores stand out for their bright look, boutique-style products, and personal service. With more than 90 locations, the brand has become well known in the pet retail market.<h2>Wag N' Wash</h2><ul><li><a href="https://wagnwashfranchising.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $520,520 - $1,357,600</li><li>Unit Count: 25+</li></ul>Wag N’ Wash is a pet store that sells food, toys and grooming products while also giving owners a place to wash their pets. The shops are designed to feel fun and welcoming for the local community. By mixing retail with services, the brand brings in steady foot traffic and repeat customers.<h2>Paw Street Market</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.pawstreetmarket.com/service/franchise-inquiries/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pawstreetmarket.com/service/franchise-inquiries/">Contact franchisor</a></li><li>Unit Count: 6 (Canada)</li></ul>Paw Street Market is a Canadian pet retail chain with six locations. It offers food, treats and supplies for dogs and cats. The brand focuses on local service and specialty products.<h2>Trophy Pet Foods</h2><a href="https://www.trophypetfoods.co.uk/franchise-opportunities/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a>Investment Range: £13,995 minimumUnit Count: 11 (U.K.)Trophy Pet Foods is a U.K.-based franchise that delivers British-made, natural pet food straight to customers’ doors. Franchisees act as nutritional advisors, offering free consultations and building lasting relationships with pet owners while providing ethically approved, premium recipes. With a proven system and strong consumer demand for quality and convenience, Trophy gives owners the chance to run a flexible business rooted in care for pets.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-hounds-town-usas-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721298">Hounds Town USA</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.houndstownfranchise.com/">Franchise Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$475,875 - $1,278,489</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;75+</li></ul>Hounds Town USA offers day care, boarding, grooming and pet taxi services. Facilities are designed for fun, safe and affordable pet care. With more than 75 units, the franchise is growing quickly in the booming pet services sector.Spending on pets is at an all-time high, and demand shows no signs of slowing down. From small specialty shops to nationwide chains, these franchises give owners different ways to serve pet families. For anyone looking to run a business, it’s a chance to step into a growing market built around the bond people have with their pets.For more information on pet-related franchise opportunities, check out these related stories on 1851:<ul><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/dogtrainingelite/dog-training-elite-franchisees-go-from-the-oil-fields-to-the-dog-park-2726257">Dog Training Elite Franchisees Go From the Oil Fields to the Dog Park</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/petwants/how-pet-wants-franchisees-rapidly-grow-their-businesses-from-mobile-to-brick-and-mortar-locations-2726266#growing-a-franchise">How Pet Wants Franchisees Rapidly Grow Their Businesses from Mobile to Brick-and-Mortar Locations</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/petbar/petbar-franchise-opportunity-boutique-pet-grooming-2729681">How petbar Makes Pets and Their Owners Happy as Part of the Family in a Clean and Fun Environment</a></li></ul>

The Top 15 Pet Supplies and Retail Franchises for 2025

The Top 15 Pet Supplies and Retail Franchises for 2026

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Many people see their pets as part of the family. With that mindset becoming the norm, services like day care and quality boarding are no longer seen as extras, but as an important part of giving pets a happy, healthy life. This shift, coupled with a rising “do it for me” mentality and increased need for care due to return-to-office mandates, positions daycare and boarding concepts very favorably.For entrepreneurs looking to break into the industry and cater to growing demand, these 15 boarding and daycare franchises are great opportunities for 2026:<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-happy-cat-hotel-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2722849">Happy Cat Hotel &amp; Spa</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://happycatfranchising.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/happy-cat-hotel-franchise-costs">Growth Club</a></li><li>Investment Range: $398,000 - $878,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;12</li></ul>Happy Cat Hotel &amp; Spa carves out a unique and underserved niche in the pet care market by focusing specifically on cats. With a boutique model that provides a quiet, dog-free environment, the brand appeals to discerning cat owners. And, with themed suites, grooming services and a retail component, franchisees can capture multiple streams of revenue.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-the-dog-stop-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723230">The Dog Stop</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://thedogstop.com/franchise-opportunities/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/dog-stop-franchise">Growth Club</a></li><li>Investment Range: $553,500 - $1,112,800</li><li>Unit Count: 35+</li></ul>The Dog Stop operates an all-in-one model that provides day care, boarding, grooming and training services. With a focus on safety and highly trained staff, the franchise appeals to pet parents with high standards and can be run as a semi-absentee model with the right people in place.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dogtopias-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721549">Dogtopia</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.dogtopia.com/franchising-us/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$543,095 - $1,399,180</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;285+&nbsp;</li></ul>Dogtopia is a premium franchise focused on dog day care. The brand has a membership model that encourages recurring visits, creating a stable and predictable revenue stream for franchisees.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-central-bark-usa-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2725648">Central Bark</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://centralbarkfranchising.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$569,200 - $1,394,250</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;40+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Central Bark leverages a science-backed, “whole dog care” approach. While its primary offering is doggy day care, it focuses on enrichment through play, learning and socialization, and it also gives dogs an ample chance to rest. The brand’s weekly attendance policy keeps dogs acclimated and provides predictable revenue for franchisees.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dogdrop-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724575">Dogdrop</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.dogdrop.co/franchise">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$360,800 - $650,160</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;4&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Dogdrop is a modern, tech-forward brand that focuses on convenient pet care for busy pet owners, often in high-traffic neighborhoods. A smaller footprint lowers the initial investment and, by focusing exclusively on day care services, franchisees can elevate service and become the local experts.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-hounds-town-usas-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721298">Hounds Town USA</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://houndstownusa.com/franchising/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$475,875 - $1,278,489</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;75+</li></ul>Hounds Town USA is a dog day care concept that uses a proprietary system to group dogs by temperament and psychology, encouraging safer, more comfortable play between animals. Because Hounds Town USA focuses on a dog-friendly, “no frills” build-out, initial costs can be lower than other day care concepts.<h2>Leader of the Pack</h2><ul><li><a href="https://leaderofthepackfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$341,665 - $647,304</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;2</li></ul>Leader of the Pack is a full-service franchise. Though it began as a dog training concept, it evolved to provide day care and boarding services, too. One of the brand’s key differentiators is its cage-free approach, catering to pet owners who do not want their animals crated or in single kennels for the duration of their stay.<h2>K9 Resorts</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.k9franchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$2,280,530 - $3,604,802</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;48&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>K9 Resorts is a luxury “five-star hotel” experience for dogs, offering an elevated experience for discerning dog owners. The brand has state-of-the-art facilities and a model that focuses on higher-margin overnight boarding, which positions franchisees to reach profitability sooner.<h2>Camp Run-A-Mutt</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.camprunamutt.com/franchise/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$526,000 - $1,040,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;12&nbsp;</li></ul>Camp Run-A-Mutt’s cage-free model, which includes dogs being supervised 24/7, appeals to a large segment of pet owners. With additional amenities like splash ponds and live cameras, the brand has several differentiators that help it stand out in the market.<h2>All American Pet Resorts</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.allamericanpetresorts.com/franchise-opportunities/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $798,000 - $1,650,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;12</li></ul>All American Pet Resorts is a premium boarding facility that offers more of a “resort” experience. With a 24/7 human presence and pet “suites,” rather than cages or crates, All American Pet Resorts prioritizes comfort — and peace of mind for the pet parent — and a healthy, safe experience.<h2>Preppy Pet</h2><ul><li><a href="https://preppypet.com/preppypetfranchises/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$100,000 - $300,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;20+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Preppy Pet is a lower-investment, high-potential pet care model. In addition to boarding dogs, the brand will care for cats, birds and small animals, which broadens the potential client base and diversifies revenue streams.<h2>Playful Pack</h2><ul><li><a href="https://playfulpack.com/franchising">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$286,250 - $489,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;12&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Playful Pack is a modern day care and boarding franchise that focuses on creating an engaging, enriching experience for each dog. By providing mental and physical stimulation, the brand stands out above other day care models that rely exclusively on play groups for exercise.<h2>Camp Bow Wow</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.campbowwow.com/franchising">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$1,216,577 - $2,037,471</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;220+</li></ul>Camp Bow Wow offers a full-service model that allows pets to receive grooming and training services while at “camp.” As a major national brand, Camp Bow Wow provides franchisees instant credibility, and the brand’s commitment to safety and transparency is an attractive attribute for pet parents.<h2>Pet Play Place</h2><ul><li><a href="https://petplayplace.com/franchise/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;<a href="https://petplayplace.com/contact/">Contact franchisor</a></li><li>Unit Count: 2</li></ul>Pet Play Place is a franchise brand focused on a fun, innovative enrichment experience. With day care and boarding, “oasis” play and themed events, the brand has multiple ways for franchisees to engage their communities and capture revenue.<h2>TailWaggers Doggy Daycare</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.tailwaggersdoggydaycare.com/franchising">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range: $712,300 - $1,107,667&nbsp;</li><li>Unit Count: 9</li></ul>TailWaggers is a day care and boarding franchise that offers all-day play, enrichment activities and careful socialization. With temperature-controlled facilities and no scheduled nap times, TailWaggers positions itself as a trustworthy provider for local pet parents.The pet boarding and daycare space is thriving, largely driven by pet owners who view their pets as family and are hesitant to leave them home alone or crated all day. With a range of models, from straightforward, lower-investment brands to niche, luxury concepts, there is an investment opportunity for any entrepreneur looking to get their start in the lucrative pet industry.For more information on pet-related franchise opportunities, check out these related stories on 1851:<ul><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/central-bark-celebrates-the-power-of-rescue-with-therapy-dog-petunia-2726159#stories">Central Bark Celebrates the Power of Rescue With Therapy Dog Petunia</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/industry/pet-animal-franchise-opportunities">How to Buy a Profitable Pet Franchise Business</a></li></ul>

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