Dogtopia vs Kennelwood Pet Resorts Franchise Comparison

Dogtopia is the premier provider of dog daycare and boarding and is now opening franchises all over the US! Customers can drop their dog off at Dogtopia and let him spend the day socializing with other dogs, running around and burning off plenty of pent-up energy. Happy To Be Here, Inc. has designed an effective and easy-to-use business system for franchisees. As a franchise owner of Dogtopia, you will receive unparalleled support from our management office. Other benefits as a franchisee include use of the trademark Dogtopia name, access to our proprietary salon products, corporate purchasing power, equipment and furniture specifications, access to qualified, approved vendors, site selection assistance, interior design consultation, corporate manuals, marketing, and public relations services, training and ongoing product development.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Dogtopia franchise ranges from $668,298 to $1,444,264. This includes $76,820 to $102,900 that must be paid to the franchisor and their affiliates.
If you are a conversion franchisee (i.e., you are converting an existing dog daycare facility to your Dogtopia facility), then the total investment necessary to begin operation of a Dogtopia franchise ranges from $331,070 to $806,885. This includes $56,620 to $72,700 that must be paid to the franchisor and their affiliates. The transfer fee is 50% of the franchise fee
If you purchase area development rights, the total investment necessary to begin operation of a Dogtopia franchise ranges from $668,298 to $1,444,264, plus an additional $44,550 for each franchise you commit to develop (excluding the first franchise). This includes $76,820 to $102,900 that must be paid to the franchisor and their affiliates, plus an additional $44,550 for each franchise you commit to develop (excluding the first franchise), which must also be paid to the franchisor.