About Snaggle Foot Franchise
Snaggle Foot is a home-based dog and pet care franchise that provides in-home services including pet sitting, vacation visits, dog walking, puppy breaks, boarding, and pet taxiing.
Franchisees operate under the Snaggle Foot brand, serving the general public in their designated territories.
The target customers are pet owners who need reliable, professional care for their dogs and other pets, particularly during vacations, workdays, or other times when they cannot be home with their animals.
Snaggle Foot Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$22K
Average Investment
$42K
Maximum Investment
$62K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Net Sales to System Ad Fund plus 1% of Net Sales on local advertising | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $21,760 – $62,450 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $22K–$62K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Net Sales) and marketing fee (2% of Net Sales to System Ad Fund plus 1% of Net Sales on local advertising) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $22,000 |
| Start-Up Package | $0 | $0 |
| Business Licenses & Permits | $10 | $250 |
| Other Professional Fees | $0 | $10,000 |
| Computer | $0 | $600 |
| Insurance Deposit | $750 | $2,500 |
| Initial Inventory of Supplies | $400 | $600 |
| Training Expenses | $100 | $1,500 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $500 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds (for initial period of operations) | $0 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $500 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 plus costs and expenses related to renewal |
| Technology Fee | $100 per month |
| Audit Fee | All costs and expenses associated with the audit, reasonable accounting and legal costs |
| Shortfall Fee | $0 - $100 (minimum fee amount after 36 months of operation) |
| Use of unapproved advertising and promotional materials | $250 per occurrence |
| Local Telephone and On-line Directories | Varies |
| Alternate Training Site Location Fee | Actual costs incurred for trainer's travel arrangements |
| Additional training and assistance | $50.00 per hour telephonic; $500.00 per diem on-site plus out-of-pocket costs |
| Product/Supplier Testing | Varies - costs of testing and evaluation |
| Late Fee and Interest on Overdue Payments | 5% of overdue amount plus 1.5% per month interest |
| Prohibited Product or Service Fine | $250 per day |
| Insurance Procurement | Franchisor's cost to obtain insurance coverage |
| Relocation Expenses | Franchisor's actual expenses |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Varies |
| Indemnification | Varies |
| Trademark Branded Inventory & Supplies | $0.10 - $30.00 per item |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 to 3 days |
| Classroom Training | 20-30 hours total across all subjects |
| Training Location | Minneapolis, Minnesota and Online |
| Additional Training | Refresher and additional training may be required, not to exceed 4 days per trainee per year at headquarters and 3 days per trainee per year for conventions. Additional training fee of $50/hour and $500/day per diem for on-site training. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 70,000 to 90,000 households |
| Description | Territory defined by ZIP codes, county or city boundaries, or fixed geographical boundaries. During the term of the Franchise Agreement, franchisor will not establish or license another Snaggle Foot Business in your Territory. However, franchisee will not receive an exclusive territory and franchisor retains rights to sell through alternative distribution channels within the Territory. 5% minimum annual sales growth requirement to maintain territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 plus costs and expenses related to renewal |
| Renewal Conditions | Notice, satisfaction of monetary obligations, compliance with Franchise Agreement, mutual release, sign new Franchise Agreement, and pay renewal fee. New agreement may contain materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | $500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Release, signature of new Franchise Agreement, payment of transfer fee. Franchisor has right to approve transfers and has right of first refusal to match any offer. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate only if franchisee defaults. Curable defaults include failure to comply with terms, failure to timely pay monies. Non-curable defaults include bankruptcy, abandonment, conviction of felony, misrepresentation, unauthorized assignment. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | 2-year post-termination prohibition on engaging in any similar business, offering similar products, and soliciting or diverting customers to other businesses, within the Territory or within 25 miles of the outer boundary of the Territory or the outer boundary of the territory of any other Snaggle Foot Business in operation. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Designated Principal must be involved in the general oversight and management of the operations of the Franchised Business. The Designated Principal must have at least 51% equity interest if the franchisee is a business entity. Must have at least 10% ownership interest in the franchisee legal entity. |
| Required Suppliers | Snaggle Foot LLC is the only approved supplier for the proprietary online billing and scheduling application (Snaggle Foot Client Portal), the start-up package, and all additional trademark branded inventory and supplies. |
| Supply Restrictions | All products and services must meet franchisor's standards and specifications. Purchases from approved suppliers represent approximately 10% to 20% of total purchases in establishing and 5% to 15% in continuing operation. Must submit written request to approve any non-approved supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue from purchases made by franchisees during fiscal year ending December 31, 2021. No rebates received from suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Franchisor will finance up to 50% of the Franchise Fee for qualified individuals via a Promissory Note over a 15-month period at an annual interest rate of 8.99%. Down payment of 50% of the Franchise Fee required at signing. First payment not due until 3 months after signing. 12 monthly installment payments. Personal guarantee required. |
Snaggle Foot Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$71K
Median Revenue
$61K
Revenue Range
$19K – $194K
Sample Size
11 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Snaggle Foot Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSnaggle Foot has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Snaggle Foot System Growth
Total Units
11
Franchised
11
Company-Owned
0
Snaggle Foot currently operates 11 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 4 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Snaggle Foot Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Snaggle Foot franchise ranges from $21,760 to $62,450, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $20,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Snaggle Foot charges a royalty fee of 5% of Net Sales of gross sales, plus a 2% of Net Sales to System Ad Fund plus 1% of Net Sales on local advertising contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Snaggle Foot Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Snaggle Foot to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Snaggle Foot franchise owners report average revenue of $71K and median revenue of $61K. This is based on a sample of 11 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Snaggle Foot has been franchising since 2014. The FDD shows an investment range of $21,760-$62,450, a 5% of Net Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $20,000 and the total investment ranges from $21,760 to $62,450 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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