Dogtopia

The largest dog daycare provider in the US, Dogtopia was one of the early pioneers in the pet industry. In 2022, we celebrated our 20th anniversary!

Our main services are: daycare, boarding and spa services. WE ARE NOT A PET RESORT, PET HOTEL OR A KENNEL!
With 270+ units open and 350+ sold and under development, Dogtopia is currently the Fastest Growing Franchise in the Pet Industry and the leader in the sector.
Dogtopia offers support to all of our franchisees by providing the following services: A sophisticated brand with turnkey solutions for ramping your business; Guidance from an experienced support team; Access to our Village of Knowledge, including a wide network of franchisees; Leading subject matter experts; Dedicated primary point-of-contact; An extensive training program; Ongoing operations and touch points to help guide franchisees on a weekly, monthly and annual basis; Strong technology platforms; Extensive systems, tools and resources for franchisees to support their business.

WHY Pet Services Industry?

Booming $165B expecting to grow to over $270B in next 10 years
71% of US Households own a dog
Industry is fragmented with no national brand leader

OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE

At least $1M net worth, $300K liquid (Referrals will not be honored unless these new minimum requirements are met and you have verified net worth/liquidity and candidate has provided personal financial statements)
Prior business / franchise experience (no first-time corporate candidates)
desire to build multi-units is preferred
Corporate refugee
Transferred business skills
High emotional intelligence
Must like dogs, loving dogs is better!
Ability to follow a system

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: Contact us for availability

HOT Regions/Desirable: CA

Available in Canada: NO

International Referrals: NO

BACKGROUND
Year founded: 2002

Year Franchised: 2005

Number of franchises currently operating: 280+ units open, 400+ sold and under development

Number of corporate owned franchises: 6

Home Based: NO

Absentee ownership available: YES

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: Only Area Developer (no master/regional)

Average number of employees required: 10 - 15

E2 Visa Friendly: NO

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: Single: $49,500

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: YES

Total investment range: $664,355 to $1,478,820

Net worth requirement: $1,000,000

Royalty: 7%

Additional fees: 2% Marketing Fund

Financial assistance available: NO

VetFran program: YES

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:

4 weeks: 2 weeks: classroom, 2 weeks: field
Grand Opening Support
Monthly webinars, seminars
Annual Dogtopia Conference

Cost for Training: $2,000

Lodging and airfare included: NO

Site Selection Assistance: YES

Lease Negotiation Assistance: YES
Mentor following training: NO

Length of mentoring Franchisee: N/A

Last updated: 9/23/2026

Liaison: Angela Alvarez, CFPC