Woof Gang Bakery Franchise vs. Scenthound Dog Franchise
How does a Woof Gang Bakery Franchise compare to a Scenthound Dog Franchise? Here's how they compare in terms of franchise fees, profitability, training, and support.
The Woof Gang Way
Woof Gang Bakery calls itself “Your Neighborhood Pet Store,” offering a range of services from professional grooming, self-service grooming, bakery/retail, wellness services, to doggy daycare. Founded in 2007, the franchise currently has over 130 locations operating or in development across the U.S. In 2016, Woof Gang Bakery was awarded the Multi-Service Excellence award by Pet Business Media and ranked among the nation’s top retailers by Pet Business Magazine.
The initial cost to own a Woof Gang Bakery franchise ranges between $155,100 and $265,100, with a minimum net worth requirement of $500,000 and $150,000 in liquid assets. Ongoing royalty fees include a 6% monthly rate and $99 monthly POS system registration. Woof Gang locations are ideally 1,000 to 3,000 square feet, situated in premium strip malls or lifestyle centers among high-end stores and highly frequented businesses on or near main thoroughfares.
Woof Gang franchisees receive a combination of classroom and in-store training to teach them the ins and outs of the pet business and prepare them to launch their business. Start-up support includes site selection and store design, marketing assistance, and staff training support. Woof Gang franchisees are expected to be committed to and fully involved in the day-to-day aspects of their business. The multi-service model presents a massive undertaking for entrepreneurs who may not have as much experience in the pet care industry.
The multi-service model also makes it difficult to gauge which services may be most popular at any given time, depending on the needs of pet owners in your community. Successfully owning a Woof Gang franchise requires a large amount of inventory, equipment, and properly qualified staff (including trainers, vets, and vet techs). Between managing dozens of employees, vendor relations, customer service, facility and veterinary clinic maintenance, the costs of running a Woof Gang franchise are difficult to extrapolate.
Scenthound: A Focus On Wellness
Founded in 2015 and franchising since 2018, Scenthound is the country’s first membership-based dog washing and grooming franchise fully committed to the overall health and wellness of pets. Unlike traditional dog grooming and retail concepts, Scenthound stands out in an industry where other businesses attempt to attract customers by casting a wide net. By offering a membership-based program to dog owners and their pups, Scenthound is able to provide reliable, focused service that promotes an ongoing, beneficial relationship between Scenthound professionals and the communities we serve.
The Scenthound model revolves around our revolutionary S.C.E.N.T. Check, which entails a full wellness evaluation of each dog that trots through our doors, providing pet parents an ongoing and comprehensive picture of their fur baby’s health. From nose to tail, Scenthound pros care about every aspect of our dogs’ well-being. The introduction of our new Scenthound App allows members to easily book appointments, manage their account, and view their historical health information for each of their dogs. Members on our Plus Membership also get 24/7 access to a Virtual Vet through the App as well.
As Loyal As Man’s Best Friend
Just as Scenthound is committed to our dogs, we provide industry-leading training and ongoing support to our franchise owners. Our comprehensive training will familiarize you with the Scenthound culture, prepare you with the best operational and marketing practices, and give you a strong foundation to launch your business to success. Scenthound built a training facility in the Peggy Adams Rescue League newest expansion, a key partnership in Florida, where franchisees train with shelter dogs and work towards getting them adopted.
The initial cost to own a Scenthound franchise ranges between $180,950 and $297,950, with a minimum net worth requirement of $300,000 and $75,000 in liquid assets. Ongoing royalty fees include a 6% of gross sales. Scenthound “Scenters” are ideally suited for 1,000 to 1,200 square feet of inline retail space, and our architects perfected our store model with low cost, efficiency, and a comfortable atmosphere being top priorities.
By focusing on a membership-based, wellness-driven approach, Scenthound has carved out a unique niche in the massive pet care industry, offering dogs, pet owners and franchisees the chance to feel fully taken care of.
Contact us to learn more about franchising with Scenthound.