Bark & Fitz vs MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Bark & Fitz vs MUTTS Canine Cantina including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Bark & Fitz Franchise
MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise
Investment $150,000 - $225,000$1,415,354 - $1,739,275
Franchise Fee $30,000$40,000
Royalty Fee -7%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20032013
Year Franchised 20042018
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Bark & Fitz Franchise
MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Bark & Fitz Franchise
MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Bark & Fitz Franchise
MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise
Training - On-The-Job Training: 102 hours Classroom Training: 24.5 hours
Support -Grand Opening Security/Safety Procedures Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Ad Templates Social media Website development Email marketing
Operations -Number of Employees Required to Run: 12 - 15

Expansion Plans

 
Bark & Fitz Franchise
MUTTS Canine Cantina Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Bark & Fitz

Bark & Fitz is a dedicated retailer of fine pet products with locations in Canada from coast-to-coast. As passionate animal lovers, we see cats and dogs as more than just pets; they are family members. We pride ourselves in carrying only the best available pet supplies and food on the market, and in being a top resource for information.
From all natural foods and baked treats to dog gear, Bark & Fitz has scoured the globe for what we believe are the most nutritious, durable, entertaining and stylish products you will find for you and your dog. We have bundled this proven success story into what we believe is the future of specialty dog retail and are offering franchises through master, area and single-unit franchise development across North America.
Bark & Fitz is looking for dedicated and passionate pet lovers with an owner/operator mentality. Applicants should be excited about taking an active role in their new venture and should be comfortable working with an organization where you will be listened to and valued. We reject the all too typical large franchisor mentality where you are "just another store." We are looking for applicants that will thrive in an environment where you have direct and continued communication between franchisee and franchisor and you truly are a member of the Bark & Fitz family.

About MUTTS Canine Cantina

MUTTS Canine Cantina® is an innovative concept that is unrivaled in its space. While many restaurants allow dogs to dine on a patio while leashed, MUTTS offers a dog friendly cantina as well as off leash parks for small and large dogs, allowing dog lovers to enjoy all their favorite things, in one great place - good friends, great food and drinks and a fun outdoor environment.
MUTTS is a place where dogs can run, exercise and play in the fresh air - and dog owners can relax and socialize, while spending time with their pets and catching their favorite game or featured show on large screen televisions. Our private dog park(s) offers daily passes, monthly subscriptions or annual memberships. There is no admittance fee to eat in the Cantina.
Franchisees will have their choice of a building fully equipped with a kitchen for delivery of our MUTTS menu, or the ability to choose a building module with the equipment necessary for the bar and work with food truck vendors for food delivery.