About DoggieWorld Enterprises Franchise
DoggieWorld Resorts and Theme Parks is a comprehensive pet care franchise offering activity enriched dog daycare (Playcare), overnight boarding (Staycare), and specialized enrichment based training programs.
The concept creates a unique theme park style environment designed to provide engaging, fun experiences for dogs.
The franchise fee is $49,000, and the company has been franchising since 2023.
DoggieWorld Enterprises Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently 1.5% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $470,000 – $886,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $470K–$887K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently 1.5% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,000 | $49,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 | $250,000 |
| Park Equipment and Concept Package | $175,000 | $295,000 |
| Lease Deposits – Three Months | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $25,000 | $75,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $7,500 | $12,500 |
| Utility Deposits | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,500 | $6,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $1,500 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $45,000 | $60,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit (if underreporting of 2% or greater) |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | The greater of (a): 5% of Gross Sales; or (b) $2,500 per month |
| POS System | Currently $350 per month |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 2% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $2,000 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Currently $400 per person per day |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | Current rate is $400 per day per trainer, plus expenses |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Non-Compliance | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Supplier Review | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Management Service | Actual costs incurred by us |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | One week (45 hours total) with pre and post online modules |
| Classroom Training | 21 |
| On-the-Job Training | 24 |
| Training Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require supplemental on-site training and system-wide training programs. Additional initial training for more than two individuals costs $400 per person per day. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Smaller of two miles from Park Location or a population of 100,000 people |
| Description | Once a site is approved, the franchisor designates a territory around it, generally the smaller of a two-mile radius from the Park Location or an area encompassing 100,000 people. The territory may be identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, or other demarcations. Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees or company-owned outlets outside their designated territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must be in compliance with the franchise agreement, provide 180 days' written notice, sign the then-current franchise agreement and related agreements, execute a general release, pay the renewal fee, remodel and upgrade the Park to current standards, secure legal right to occupy the premises, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners and their spouses must also guarantee the new agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require prior written consent. Conditions include 30 days' prior written notice, franchisee and owners being in compliance with all agreements, transferee agreeing to be bound by the agreement, transferee's owners and spouses personally guaranteeing obligations, franchisee and owners signing a general release, transfer of approved location and assets, transferee completing training, franchisor waiving right of first refusal, franchisor approval of transfer and transferee, and payment of a $15,000 transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate the agreement for various defaults, including insolvency, bankruptcy, repeated curable defaults, intentional refusal to comply with terms, operating in violation of health/safety laws, abandonment, loss of leasehold, misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, dishonest conduct, failure to complete training, misuse of trademarks, or failure to comply with Anti-Terrorism Laws. Cure periods of 10 or 30 days may apply for certain defaults, such as failure to pay fees or operational non-compliance. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise and for 24 months after its expiration or termination, the franchisee, owners, and their spouses are prohibited from having any legal or equitable interest in, operating, managing, funding, or performing services for any competitive business within the Designated Territory, a 25-mile radius of the Designated Territory, or a 10-mile radius of any other DoggieWorld Park. This period is tolled during any non-compliance. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee's Managing Owner is personally responsible for the management and overall supervision of the Park. While direct day-to-day participation is recommended, an Operating Manager who meets franchisor standards, completes training, and signs a confidentiality agreement may be hired to supervise on-site operations. Each Park must be managed and supervised on-site by either a Managing Owner or an Operating Manager. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase or lease certain source restricted goods and services that meet franchisor specifications and/or must be purchased from an approved or designated supplier, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. The franchisor may designate itself or a third party as the exclusive supplier for the System. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee may only offer and sell Approved Services and Products and must use only products, supplies, equipment, technology systems, and services authorized and designated in writing by the franchisor. Approximately 75% of initial purchases and leases and 25% of ongoing operating expenses are estimated to be from suppliers according to franchisor specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and/or its affiliates may receive rebates, payments, and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases. As of the FDD issuance date, no revenue has been received from suppliers from franchisee purchases of source-restricted products or services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any franchisee's note, lease, or other obligation. |
DoggieWorld Enterprises Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
DoggieWorld Enterprises Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
DoggieWorld Enterprises System Growth
DoggieWorld Enterprises currently operates 0 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Metwally CPA PLLC for year ending December 31, 2022.
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