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Central Bark Doggy Day Care

Central Bark Doggy Day Care takes the approach of offering franchisees a fully-integrated, proven and successful business model managed by a team of business and marketing experts in dog day care and related industries.

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Central Bark Doggy Day Care Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

With over a million total dog visits to the Central Bark Doggy Day Care system and as the pioneer in creating the "UnKennel" franchise concept, the company has developed multiple streams of revenue, which includes grooming to training and retail ensuring that business is not limited to only day care and sleepovers. Maintaining consistency and continuity of care creates not only a home away from home for the dogs, but the safest possible social environment.

Central Bark offers franchisees an unparalleled level of ongoing support, which includes:

  • Ongoing and continued measuring and research to always look to maximizing existing while looking to continually develop new ideas, techniques, products and services, increase customer awareness and drive revenue growth in order to enhance the Central Bark? brand
  • Focusing extensively on individual unit and system economics and operational practices, takes guesswork out of managing costs and delivering a quality product that makes business and financial sense for your location and the Central Bark Doggy Day Care Brand
  • A robust and synergistic targeted marketing program, for a strong brand image, revenue growth advertising, public relations efforts and social media
  • Tools for managing the details of franchisee ownership including state-of-the-art systems, programs, processes, procedures and technology, while still offering the personal touch and customer service.that Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise locations are known for
  • Proactively identifying the obstacles you face so you'll be better prepared to avoid them, address them and/or overcome them
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Company Details

Established: 1997
First Unit Franchised: 2003
Franchised Units: 34
Company Owned Units: 1
States Registered In: We are registered all FTC States and the following registration states:
Illionois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin, Virginia.
Please inquire about registration time lines for other states.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By Central Bark Doggy Day Care

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: No

Training: 2 weeks at Central Bark University, Franchisor Training Location in Florida, 1 week on site after opening

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Central Bark Doggy Day Care Franchise.

What does a Central Bark Doggy Day Care Franchise Cost?

Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Investment: $150,000
Total Investment: $421,266 to $586,661
Minimum Net Worth: $150,000
Franchise Fee: $45,000
Royalty: 6%
Ad: 2%
Average Number of Employees: 1 staff for each 12 -15 dogs
Item 19: Yes
SBA Approved: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes

Special Discount Programs: 10% off the franchise fee

Is Central Bark Doggy Day Care a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Central Bark Doggy Day Care a Home Based franchise?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Central Bark Doggy Day Care Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchisees make. Central Bark Doggy Day Care offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Central Bark Doggy Day Care a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Central Bark Doggy Day Care Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Central Bark Doggy Day Care Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Central Bark Doggy Day Care Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Central Bark Doggy Day Care Looking for International franchisees?

No. Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Central Bark Doggy Day Care's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Pet Related, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

20-50 UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

Central Bark Doggy Day Care Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchises for sale. We may have Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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