In today's world, pets are family. Billions are spent on them every year. A way to get into the industry is with Wagbar. It can best be described as a place where barks and laughs harmonize and people and dogs can meet for drinks and shared passions. The North Carolina-based franchise fuses an off-leash concept with a relaxed bar. Beyond the frolics and drinks, Wagbar is looking for quality and qualified candidates to grow the brand nationwide. Ideal candidates love dogs and have a passion for customer service. They should also be self-motivated and ambitious. Franchise owners benefit from a guided process, in-person training, and on-site help. Your training begins with the "Opener" app, which guides you in setting up your from selecting the ideal site through constriction.
Training continues with one week on location in Ashville, N.C. During that time, you'll learn everything you need to know about the business, including managing dog behavior to running the bar. The idea for the concept came in 2015 when founder and CEO Kendal Kulp had a bad experience at a dog park. With his father as co-founder, they put their passions together and opened the first Wagbar location in 2019. The brand began franchising in 2023. In terms of the initial investment, it ranges between $470,300- $1,145,900, which includes a franchise fee of $50,000. For the first 10 franchisees, they'll receive a $35,000 discount on the franchise fee. For those who commit to running multiple locations, there is a multi-unit discount of 50%. The royalty fee is 6% of gross sales.