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In Home Pet Services

Pet-sitting, dog-walking
Investment
$9,200
Initial Franchise Fee
$8,000
Units
13
Growth Rate
-18%

Overview

Industry
Pets
Founded
2001
Franchising Since
2005
Parent Company
Leadership
Robyn Elman, President
# of Employees at HQ
3

Units and Growth Chart

About In Home Pet Services

In Home Pet Services helps pet owners give their pets the care they need. In Home Pet Services started in 2001 and began offering franchises in 2005. The In Home Pet Services headquarters are located in Bellerose, New York.

In Home Pet Services offers a range of services from walking dogs to classes in pet first aid. 

Since beginning to franchise, In Home Pet Services has opened over one dozen franchises in the United States.

Why You May Want To Start an In Home Pet Services Franchise

Franchisees need to be directly involved with the business to open an In Home Pet Services franchise. They should also love all pets, not just typical household pets like cats and dogs. A franchisee should be outgoing, confident, and ambitious as they follow the In Home Pet Services business model. To help promote brand success, franchisees may be given an In Home Pet Services exclusive territory that ensures they will not be impeded upon by other In Home Pet Services franchises.

Opening an In Home Pet Services franchise may offer a more predictable outcome than investing in a completely new brand that could struggle to thrive in an already crowded and competitive industry.

What Might Make an In Home Pet Services Franchise a Good Choice?

To care for the pets at an In Home Pet Services franchise, services include dog walking, pet sitting, in-home boarding, vet tech, pet first aid classes, bird clipping, and other various services. 

To be part of the In Home Pet Services team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include royalty and renewal fees.

In Home Pet Services may offer a discount off the franchise fee to honorably discharged veterans if they meet the qualifications.

How To Open an In Home Pet Services Franchise

As you decide if opening an In Home Pet Services franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if the In Home Pet Services franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. As part of your due diligence, you may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the In Home Pet Services franchising team questions.

In Home Pet Services provides a comprehensive training program and complete, ongoing support should you be awarded a franchise location. Franchisees with In Home Pet Services also receive the trademarked name, ready-made advertising materials, and an online presence. 

It may be a good idea to speak with an attorney or financial advisor to ensure that you have the necessary financial resources to own and operate an In Home Pet Services franchise.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee
$8,000
Initial Investment
$9,200 - $35,100
Net Worth Requirement
Cash Requirement
Royalty Fee
5%
Ad Royalty Fee
0
Technology Fee
0
Term of Agreement
10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable?
Yes
Financing
N/A
Veterans Incentive
$500 off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

United States

States

Alaska Alabama Arkansas Arizona Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Iowa Idaho Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Massachusetts Maine Missouri Mississippi Montana North Carolina Nebraska New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico Nevada New York Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont West Virginia Wyoming

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training
5 hours
Classroom Training
20 hours

Ongoing Support

Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed?
No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
Yes
Can this franchise be run part time?
No
# of employees required to run
0-4
Are exclusive territories available?
Yes

Ranking History

In Home Pet Services performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022