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With Americans splurging on their furry-friends now more than ever, pet brands are a great option for prospective franchise owners.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.americanpetproducts.org/press_industrytrends.asp?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">American Pet Products Association</a> reported that the country spent $123.6 billion on our pets in 2021, while the global pet care&nbsp;<a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/pet-care-market?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">market size</a> is estimated at an eye-popping $150.67 billion and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 5.1% from 2022 to 2030.&nbsp;With those statistics in mind, here are some of the top pet franchises to choose from in 2023.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://dogtrainingelite.com/franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dog Training Elite*</a></h4>Investment Range: $126,900–147,750 Unit Count: 200+For any and all training needs, Dog Training Elite is here to help. Services include therapy dog training and advanced service dog training for post-traumatic stress disorder support, psychiatric support, mobility support, autism support, diabetic alert training, personal protection training and more.<h4><a href="https://www.dogtopia.com/franchising-us/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dogtopia</a></h4>Investment Range: $688,312–$1,806,803 Unit Count: 195Dogtopia aims to enhance the joy of dog parenthood while enabling dogs to positively change the world. The franchise offers owners daycare, overnight care, weekend and holiday boarding options, and spa services.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://1851franchise.com/scoopsoldiers">Scoop Soldiers</a></h4>Investment Range: $61,300–$111,300 Unit Count: 35+<a href="https://www.scoopsoldiers.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Scoop Soldiers</a> was established in 2010 to give pet parents a break from the dirty work of cleaning up after their pets. Not only does Scoop Soldiers help to keep yards clean, but it also saves clients’ time.<h4><a href="https://1851franchise.com/houndstownusa">Hounds Town USA</a></h4>Investment Range: $358,000–$770,000 Unit Count: 30+Founded by a former K9 officer with a passion for animals,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.houndstownfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Hounds Town USA</a> prides itself on socializing all dog types, including "bully breeds" and disabled dogs. The concept offers dog daycare; overnight boarding; dog and cat grooming; and a pet taxi for dogs in need of a lift to and from their daycare, grooming and overnight appointments.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://1851franchise.com/petwants">Pet Wants</a></h4>Investment Range: $130,350–$202,000 Unit Count: 150<a href="https://petwantsfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Pet Wants</a> is the only national provider of pet food freshly delivered to customers. Customers get all the benefits of fresh, nutrient-dense pet food and the convenience of home delivery—without any of the hassles.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://sitmeanssit.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Sit Means Sit</a></h4>Investment Range: $29,000–129,000 Unit Count: 150+This dog training franchise uses a studied, tested, proven and specialized approach to improve a dog's quality of life. The company offers customized dog training plans for all levels of behavior.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://www.campbowwow.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344#~6M1N7U5" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Camp Bow Wow</a></h4>Investment Range: $928,000–$1,700,000 Unit Count: 200+Camp Bow Wow wants dogs to “have a ball” with its daycare, training, boarding and in-home care services. And with all employees trained in pet CPR and first aid, pet parents can be assured their furry friends are in good hands.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://www.petsuppliesplusfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Pet Supplies Plus</a></h4>Investment Range: $455,000–$1,500,000 Unit Count: 660+Pet Supplies Plus has been a leader in the pet product retail industry for over 30 years. With a goal of being “America's Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store,” the brand now operates over 600 stores in 40 states.<h4><a href="https://aussiepetmobilefranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Aussie Pet Mobile</a></h4>Investment Range: $179,980&nbsp; Unit Count: 78Founded in Australia in 1996, Aussie Pet Mobile began in 1996 in Australia, but established its global headquarters in the U.S. in 1999. The top mobile grooming franchise offers contact-free mobile grooming for cats and dogs worldwide.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://www.fetchpetcare.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pet-franchises-leading-the-pack-in-2023-2721344" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Fetch! Pet Care</a></h4>Investment Range: $75,000–$99,000 Unit Count: 100+Fetch! Pet Care believes finding a reliable, professional pet sitter should be easy. The brand specializes in pet sitting and dog walking services—and all team members are highly experienced animal lovers.&nbsp;

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