Start a Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Franchise in 2026

Company Overview

About Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

Industry	Pets
Related Categories	Pet Stores, Pet Grooming
Founded	2007
Leadership	Ricardo Azevedo, CEO
Corporate Address	7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd., #275 Orlando, FL 32819
Social	Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok

Business Overview

Franchising Since	2008 (18 years)
# of employees at HQ	44
Where seeking	This company is offering new franchises throughout the US. This company is offering new franchises in the following international regions: Canada
# of Units	295 (as of 2026)

Information for Franchisees

Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming franchise.

Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees

Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.

Initial Franchise Fee Definition: The initial fee paid to a franchisor to join their system What you need to know: Found in Item 5 of the FDD, this may be a flat fee, or may vary based on territory size, experience, or other factors.The franchise fee is an up-front (one-time) cost that a new franchisee pays to the franchisor. This fee is usually due at the signing of the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the franchisor's trademarks, name, and related business systems.	$49,900
Initial Investment Definition: The total amount necessary to begin operation of the franchise What you need to know: The initial investment includes the franchise fee, along with other startup expenses such as real estate, equipment, supplies, business licenses, and working capital. This is outlined in a chart in Item 7 of the FDD, showing a range of possible costs from low to high.	$184,420 - $506,620
Net Worth Requirement Definition: The minimum net worth you must have in order to qualify to become a franchisee of this company What you need to know: Net worth is the value of a person's assets minus liabilities. Assets include cash, stocks, retirement accounts, and real estate. Liabilities include items like mortgages, car payments, and credit card debt.	$300,000
Cash Requirement Definition: The minimum liquid capital you must have available in order to qualify to become a franchisee of this company.	$100,000
Veteran Incentives Definition: A discount or other incentive offered to military veterans who buy a franchise with this company.	20% off franchise fee
Royalty Fee Definition: A ongoing fee paid to the franchisor on a regular basis. What you need to know: Most franchisors require franchisees to pay an ongoing royalty fee, which is detailed in Item 6 of the FDD. This fee is typically a percentage of weekly or monthly gross sales, but may also be a flat weekly, monthly, or annual fee.	7%
Ad Royalty Fee Definition: An going fee paid to the franchisor on a regular basis to support advertising or marketing efforts. What you need to know: This may also be called advertising fee, marketing fee, brand fund fee, and more, but the basic purpose is the same-- to support promotion of the brand systemwide. As with the royalty fee, it is detailed in Item 6 of the FDD, and can be a percentage of weekly or monthly gross sales or a weekly, monthly, or annual fee.	2%
Term of Agreement Definition: The length of time your franchise agreement will last. What you need to know: Franchise terms are typically anywhere from 5 to 20 years in length, but are sometimes instead dependent on factors such as the term of your lease. Once your term is up, you may have the option to renew your agreement, typically for a smaller fee than the original franchise fee.	10 years
Is franchise term renewable?	Yes

Financing Options

Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.

Third Party Financing	Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll

Training & Support Offered

Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.

On-The-Job Training	24 hours
Classroom Training	90 hours
Ongoing Support	Newsletter Meetings & Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security & Safety Procedures Lease Negotiation Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Support	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social Media SEO Website Development Email Marketing Loyalty Program/App

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed?	No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Definition: The business can be run from your home and/or a vehicle, and it is not necessary to have a retail facility, office space, or warehouse.	No
Can this franchise be run part time? Definition: This business can be run by the owner on a part-time basis (less than 40 hours per week) and/or as a side business; it is not necessary for the business to be open/run full-time.	No
Are exclusive territories available? Definition: An exclusive territory is a fixed area in which you are given the right to operate and in which no other units of the same franchise may be opened. What you need to know: Territory size may be based on factors such as radius, population size, zip codes, and more. Details can be found in Item 12 of the FDD.	Yes

Franchise 500 Ranking History

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Additional Rankings

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Ranked #284 in 2026

Franchise 500

Ranked #110 in 2025

Fastest-Growing Franchises

More from Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming is the premier network of neighborhood pet stores.

With 450+ locations and average sales of $740k, Woof Gang couples financial opportunity with the chance to build something meaningful. Woof Gang blends high‑end grooming, gourmet treats, and premium pet supplies into a dog‑centric, customer‑friendly haven. With complete training and support for every business decision, we set you up to serve your community, care for pets, and grow a profitable business you’ll love.

OWNING A WOOF GANG IS A TREAT!

Average store sales are more than 2x higher than the investment. That makes Woof Gang among the very best economics in franchising.

$740,000 AVERAGE STORE SALES
$345,000 MID POINT INVESTMENT COST
Our unique Grooming and Pet Retail concept provides dual sources of revenue, and a one-stop shop for our guests
We have a passion for best-in-class grooming, with 1 million dogs groomed per year and an average Google rating of 4.5 stars!
We are the best place for treats, our proprietary products provide a unique competitive advantage in retail without the operational costs of running a bakery
Multi-Unit and Veteran discounts available!

WOOF GANG HAS A UNIQUE AND EXCITING BRAND

Woof Gang’s brand is instantly recognizable and attractive. With our unique colors and brand components you will be leading the pack out of the gate!

Now is the best time to join the brand you’ll be proud to wear on your shirts for the rest of your life!

JOIN A BOOMING AND RESILIENT INDUSTRY!

A remarkably high and growing demand exists for our products and services offered by Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, these facts are to howl about:

In 2025, Pet industry sales are projected to be $157 billion
Recession resilient growth (2001-2003: 7%, 2007-2009: 5%, 2020: 5%)
There are 94 million pet households in the U.S
95% of pet owners consider their pet to be part of the family

NO LONE WOLVES IN THIS PACK!

Your success is our goal! That's why Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has invested in comprehensive training programs that ensure that new franchisees are educated, prepared, understand the process and are ready to run a successful store. In addition, our unique investments in our support teams and technology stack will help you achieve business success by providing you with:

40+ Hours dedicated to on-the-job training
Cutting edge site selection support and access to our real estate broker network and lease negotiations
Enhanced digital presence through our search optimized site, and access to our preferred local digital marketing consultants
Proprietary Grooming processes for a streamlined and personalized experience for our customers
National negotiated discounts on products and equipment for being part of the pack
CRM for personalized marketing
E-commerce capabilities through our branded App
Woof Gang operated distribution makes ordering products simple & timely
Woof Gang Private Label products are high quality with the best possible margins

WHO IS A GOOD FIT?

A passion for people and pets
Enjoy a fast paced and dynamic environment
Possess natural customer service skills
A willingness to follow training and operational standards
$300,000 net worth / $100,000 liquidity
Discounts available for Multi-Unit and Qualified U.S Armed Forces Veterans

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Updated: December 12th, 2022

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