Dogtopia
At a Glance
Products & Services: Dog daycare, boarding, training, spa services
Number of Locations: 25
Total Investment: $243.1K - 458.5K
Founded: 2002
Began Franchising: 2005
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $243,100 - $458,500
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 7%
Term of Franchise Agreement: Term of agreement renewable
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 7%
Term of Franchise Agreement: Term of agreement renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $400,000
Liquid Cash Available: $150,000
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 2-4 weeks. At franchisee's location: 5 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives, Lease Negotiation
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks,
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