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Dogtopia
Day care, boarding, and spa services for dogs
"Woof, woof, woof." Translation? "If you're interested in a franchise opportunity involving animals, consider Dogtopia." The company offers doggie daycare, overnight boarding, spa services, and training. Dogtopia is an "open" environment without individual kennel runs. There are four playrooms, each from 800 to 2,000 square feet in size. In addition to using the daycare and overnight services, dog owners can bring in their furry friend for a bath in a hydrosurge massaging tub, an self-serve dog wash, positive reinforcement training, or a new toy or outfit. Dogtopia will help franchisees with site development and lease negotiations and provide training and marketing materials.
Dogtopia
4920 Wyaconda Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
888-364-8674
Fast Facts
| Year established | 2002 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 10 - 12 |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 5% |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | No |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 20 | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 | 19 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 19 | 0 | 2 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States
Costs
| Total Investment | $242,825 - $458,300 |
| Franchise Fee | $40,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 7% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $400,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $150,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
Must love dogs
Possess an outgoing and confident personality
Have a strong business acumen and desire to succeed
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
Dogtopia
4920 Wyaconda Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
888-364-8674
