Nov 07 2008
Home Business - Pet Franchises
Although, there are more than several pet related home businesses, there are some that will take some extra training and/or cash to start up. There are classes in which you can follow a program and end up with a certification or degree related to pets such as a professional dog trainer, pet psychologist, pet grooming, veterinarian, veterinarian assistant or alternative medicine veterinarian. However, there are also franchises specifically geared towards pets that will supply all the training you will need as well as a business plan, and any extras needed for your pet related business. Some of these are still considered home businesses while others are not.
The benefit to purchasing a franchise are many. The father company has already done the research, worked and reworked the plan for the business. They, most likely have other franchises that have been purchased from them. When national advertising is done through the father company, you benefit every time. You will have a recognizable system and name which goes a long way with customers. They have worked out all of the quirks, which means you have a better chance of success.
The disadvantages to a franchise is the higher start up costs and ongoing fees. You also, must not be a person with ideas and a creative flare. A franchise is very uniform for a reason, so they are all the same and recognizable to the public.
Petland
This company is based in Ohio and has been around since 1967. As a pet store you would sell pets and pet related items (dogs, cats, fish, reptiles and other small animals as well as pet food and accessories.
Top Dawg Pet Supply
This pet related business can be purchased at three different levels. For $999, you can purchase the right to be your own boss of an online store. With $4999, you can open a pet kiosk in a mall as well as start an eBay business. With $14,999, you can do all of the above as well as sell their pet supplies in places like kennels, grooming locations, veterinarian clinics, etc.
Aussie Pet Mobile
This company has been consistently ranked as a top home business. It is considered one of the best franchises in the pet industry as well. Of course, it is just what it implies, a mobile pet grooming business. This company prides themselves on a professional demeanor while using environmentally save products.
Doo Care
A complete dog waste management system is what this company is all about. Although this may not be the most pleasant of jobs for most of us, if it is something you could see as an option, it certainly could be seen as a growing industry. It’s like calling someone to mow your lawn or shampoo your carpets. It’s something that many people would rather not be bothered with.
Preppy Pet Suites
If you think running a pet daycare is the business for you, check out Preppy Pet Suites. Pet owners, like everyone else these days have busy lives. Pets need socialization. Studies have shown that dogs, especially, can become bored and even depressed left to themselves day after day. What is nice about this franchise is that you can have just a pet daycare or also include a dog spa and boarding facilities.
Bark Busters
Dog training the Australian way. Bark Busters has developed a special dog training system with communication using body language and voice control. Their system is effective with puppies as well as average age and elderly dogs. The SPCA has named Bark Busters “The Best of the Best.”
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