Wild Birds Unlimited

The Wild Birds Unlimited franchise is a retail wildlife brand that is looking to meet the growing demands of nature enthusiasts. The brand was founded by Jim Carpenter in 1981. He conceived the idea for the business when he wanted to be his own boss and take control of his life. Since the franchise began franchising in 1983, it has expanded to more than 350 locations across the U.S. and Canada. This is an attractive franchise opportunity because you will receive great support and training. Additionally, you'll be able to introduce your love of birds and nature to the community. The ideal candidate is passionate about bird feeding and retail. The franchise also incentivizes veterans to invest with a discount on the franchise fee. The brand is a proud member of the International Franchise Association's VetFran Program. 

Interested in Franchise Ownership?
Request a Consultation
Wild Birds Unlimited
Videos

Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Annually, millions of Americans participate in wildlife feeding and other wildlife related activities. Not to mention, billions are spent on wildlife food and birdseed. If you are looking to get your piece of the recession-proof wildlife hobbyist and bird feeding industry, look no further than the Wild Birds Unlimited franchise. The brand is looking to meet the growing demands of nature enthusiasts by offering quality bird feed and more. The franchise was founded by Jim Carpenter, an avid wildlife hobbyist, in 1981. He conceived the idea for the business when he wanted to be his own boss and take control of his life. Since it began franchising in 1983, it has expanded to more than 350 locations across the U.S. and Canada.
This is an attractive franchise opportunity because you will receive great support and training. You can expect can expect a training program that is broken down into classroom training and on-the-job training. You will also receive marketing tools, site selection and buildout assistance, and ongoing assistance that will last the entire time you work with the franchise. Additionally, you'll be able to introduce your love of birds and nature to the community. The ideal candidate is passionate about bird feeding and retail. They are also committed to following the brand's proven system and are motivated to serve the community with a quality product and great customer service. The candidate should also be aligned with the franchise's core values. These include embracing diversity, supporting sustainably-sourced products, providing great service and a quality product, and being respectful and ethical with everyone.  

Company Details

Headquarters: Carmel, IN
Founded: 1981
First franchise: 1983
Canada: Yes
Exclusive territory: Yes
International: No 
Total # of units: 350+
B2B: No
Home-based: No 

 

Support and Training Offered By Wild Birds Unlimited

In terms of support and training, franchise owners can expect a training program that is broken down into classroom training and on-the-job training. You will also receive marketing tools, site selection and buildout assistance, and ongoing assistance that will last the entire time you work with the franchise. You will also have coaches to help you run the business as well as you can. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise.

What does a Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise Cost?

Wild Birds Unlimited franchise fees for 2024:

Veterans Incentive: Yes
Third-Party Financing: Yes
Cash Requirement: $40,000 - $50,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $40,000
Net Worth Requirement: $300,000
Initial Investment: $197,919 - $325,763

Is Wild Birds Unlimited a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Wild Birds Unlimited 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 Wild Birds Unlimited a Home Based franchise?

Yes. Wild Birds Unlimited is a home based franchise opportunity.

Does Wild Birds Unlimited Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Wild Birds Unlimited franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Wild Birds Unlimited Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Wild Birds Unlimited franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Wild Birds Unlimited Looking for International franchisees?

No. Wild Birds Unlimited franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Wild Birds Unlimited'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, Retail, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$25,000 - $50,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Wild Birds Unlimited Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Wild Birds Unlimited franchises for sale. We may have Wild Birds Unlimited franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.