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Pet food and supplies, bathing/grooming services

Investment

$536,520

Initial Franchise Fee

$49,900

Units

727

Growth Rate

+15.0%

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Overview

Industry Pets
Founded 1987
Franchising Since 1990
Parent Company Franchise Group Inc.
Leadership Chris Rowland, President & CEO
# of Employees at HQ 870

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About Pet Supplies Plus

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Who We Are

For more than 30 years, Pet Supplies Plus has led the pet retail industry with an unwavering mission to be America’s Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store. Our success is rooted in something timeless — people’s love for their pets and their desire for expert guidance and exceptional service.

As a franchise opportunity, Pet Supplies Plus stands out. Our stores average $2.6M in annual revenue*, and we've been ranked the #1 pet franchise for 11 consecutive years, earning top marks in franchise excellence and owner satisfaction. We're also proud to hold the #31 spot on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 and #1 in the pet category yet again.

Join us and bring a proven, high-demand pet franchise to your community!

*According to Pet Supplies Plus 2025 FDD.

Who are we looking for?

Who are we looking for?

Pet Supplies Plus welcomes driven, business-savvy entrepreneurs who love pets. Our franchise owners come from all backgrounds — corporate leaders, military professionals, multi-concept franchisees, and those seeking an active, fulfilling retirement.

We look for value-oriented individuals who demonstrate:

  • Unwavering desire to succeed

  • A proactive approach to growing the business

  • Strong management and leadership skills

  • An understanding the benefits and obligations of a franchise relationship

  • A track record of professional achievement

  • A commitment to customer engagement and service

  • A passion for people and their pets

Why Us?

As a Pet Supplies Plus franchise owner, you not only work with pets and fellow pet lovers, you are an integral part of the community. You’ll love having the freedom and flexibility of ownership, backed by an experienced leader in the pet industry. Pet Supplies Plus will help you succeed by providing you with:

  • Real Estate & Site Selection: Expert guidance to identify strong locations in your market

  • Store Design & Layout: A customized layout tailored to your specific store

  • Management & Employee Training: A hands-on, 2-week operational training program plus ongoing district support and online resources

  • Buying Power: Access to the purchasing strength of 700+ stores, helping you offer great value to customers.

  • Marketing: A dedicated team to help build and execute strategies for your trade area.

  • Merchandising: Sourced, approved vendors and direction on high-quality product assortment.

  • POS Hosting: A robust system providing pricing, labeling, inventory scanning, and product movement insights.

  • Ecommerce: A branded website and app so customers can shop your store how they want and when they want

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Join a Growing Industry

The pet industry remains one of the strongest places to put your money. Pet ownership continues to surge, and with it, the demand for products and services. Here’s why franchising in the pet industry is a winning move:

  • $150 billion+ industry

  • Recession-resilient growth

  • 94 million+ pet households in the US

  • Younger generations are leading multi-pet ownership trends, making long-term demand even stronger!

Franchise Information

  • Business Established: 1987

  • Franchising Since: 1990

  • Total Units: 700+

  • Franchised Units: 450+

  • Initial Franchise Fee: $49,900

  • Veteran Discount: 20% off initial fee

  • Royalty Fee First 12 Months: 2%

  • Royalty Fee After 12 Months: 3%

  • Liquid Net Worth: $300,000

  • Net Worth: $600,000

  • Incentives: $6,000 discount on franchise fee for qualified veterans

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $49,900
Initial Investment $536,520 - $1,965,005
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Available Territories

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Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

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Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
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Meetings & Conventions
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Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
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Proprietary Software
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Operations & Requirements

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Ranking History

Pet Supplies Plus performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022