Sparkle Grooming Co.
Grooming
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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Grooming
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Scenthound
Grooming
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BarkSuds
Grooming
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| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Type | Grooming | Grooming | Grooming | Grooming |
| Models Available | Storefront | Storefront | Storefront | Storefront |
| Total Initial Investment | $239K - $485K | $191K - $560K | $323K - $553K | $222K - $283K |
| Franchise Fee | $39,000 | $49,900 | $49,900 | $46,500 |
| Royalty Fee | 7% | 7% | 6% (may rise to 9%) | 6% |
| Advertising Fee | Greater of 2% or $600/month | 2% | Up to 1.5% (capped at 3%) | Up to 3% |
| Total Locations | 5 | 332 | 154 | 33 |
| Franchising Since | 2025 | 2010 | 2020 | 2021 |
| States Available | 2 states | 37 states | 25 states | 6 states |
| Average Unit Volume (AUV) | — | — | $461,041 | $284,411 |
| AUV Growth (3-Year) | — | — | +295% | +367% |
| Units in Development | 38 | 0 | 49 | 13 |
Financial Performance
| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Gross Revenue | — | — | $427,445 | $260,072 |
| Average NOI | — | — | $58,264 | — |
| FDD Year | 2026 | 2026 | 2026 | 2025 |
Operational Details
| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Size | — | — | 1,100 - 1,300 sq ft | 700 - 1,200 sq ft |
| Development Model | — | — | Single & Multi-Unit | Single & Multi-Unit |
| Headquarters | Scottsdale, AZ | Orlando, FL | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | Tampa, FL |
Requirements
| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Term | — | — | 10 years | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | — | — | 10 years | 10 years |
| Non-Compete | — | — | 2 years within 25 miles | 2 years at the premises or within 15 miles of the premises or any then-existing BarkSuds business |
Territories
| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exclusivity | — | — | Protected (non-exclusive) | Protected (non-exclusive) |
| Territory Basis | — | — | Mapped by franchisor (Buxton / Google Maps) | Area around the approved location by streets, highways, or zip codes; size varies by density |
Growth & Performance
| Metric | Sparkle Grooming Co. | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Scenthound | BarkSuds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Year Net Units | — | — | 115 | 11 |
| Avg Annual Growth | — | — | 58.0% | 116% |
| Coming Soon | 22 | 0 | 56 | 13 |
Initial Investment
Franchise Fee
- Sparkle Grooming Co. $39,000
- Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming $49,900
- Scenthound $49,900
- BarkSuds $46,500
Royalty Fee
- Sparkle Grooming Co. 7%
- Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming 7%
- Scenthound 6% (may rise to 9%)
- BarkSuds 6%
Total Locations
View Location MapStrengths at a Glance
Sparkle Grooming Co.
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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
- See brand profile for highlights
Scenthound
- Routine dog hygiene and wellness focused on Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth
- Membership-based Scenters with recurring revenue
- Strong average unit volumes from 2026 FDD Item 19 data
BarkSuds
- Membership model focused on Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth; 700–1,200 sq ft
- 2025 FDD initial investment $222,200–$283,300 (Item 7)
- 6% royalty and brand fund up to 3% of weekly Gross Sales
Things to Consider
Sparkle Grooming Co.
- Smaller system size than peers in this set
- Storefront-only model
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
- Lower entry cost — confirm build-out and working capital
- Large system — territory availability may be tighter
- Storefront-only model
Scenthound
- Higher initial investment than peers in this set
- Storefront-only model
BarkSuds
- Smaller system size than peers in this set
- Storefront-only model