Pet Evolution
Grooming
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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
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Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique
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Pet Fresh Dog Wash
Grooming
View ProfileInvestment & Fees
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Type | Grooming | Grooming | Grooming | Grooming |
| Models Available | Storefront | Storefront | Storefront | Storefront |
| Total Initial Investment | $606K - $1.24M | $191K - $560K | $297K - $453K | $102K - $516K |
| Franchise Fee | $59,000 | $49,900 | $60,000 | $10,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 5% yr 1, then 7% | 7% | 8% (as low as 6.5% at 10+ units) | 6% |
| Advertising Fee | 0.5% yr 1, then 1.5% | 2% | 2% | 2% |
| Total Locations | 26 | 332 | 20 | 10 |
| Franchising Since | 2021 | 2010 | 2014 | 2022 |
| States Available | 8 states | 37 states | 13 states | 3 states |
| Average Unit Volume (AUV) | $977,495 | — | $585,432 | — |
| AUV Growth (3-Year) | +130% | — | +46% | +100% |
| Units in Development | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Financial Performance
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Gross Revenue | $824,766 | — | $519,103 | — |
| Average NOI | — | — | $67,839 | — |
| FDD Year | 2026 | 2026 | 2025 | 2025 |
Operational Details
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Size | 1,400 - 3,200 sq ft | — | 1,000 - 1,300 sq ft | — |
| Development Model | Single & Multi-Unit | — | Single & Multi-Unit | Single & Multi-Unit |
| Headquarters | Afton, MN | Orlando, FL | St. Petersburg, FL | Woodbury, MN |
Requirements
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years | — | 10 years | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years | — | 10 years | Two additional 5-year terms |
| Non-Compete | 2 years in the designated territory and within 10 miles of it or any other Pet Evolution store | — | 2 years within 5 miles of former territory or any then-operating Splash and Dash territory | 2 years within the former territory, a 15-mile radius of it, or any other Pet Fresh territory then operating |
Territories
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exclusivity | Protected (non-exclusive) | — | Exclusive | Protected (non-exclusive) |
| Territory Basis | Generally 2.5 miles around the store; territories may overlap | — | 3-mile radius or ~75,000 population, whichever is less | Lesser of 2 miles or 15,000 population around the approved site |
Growth & Performance
| Metric | Pet Evolution | Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming | Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | Pet Fresh Dog Wash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Year Net Units | 13 | — | 6 | 4 |
| Avg Annual Growth | 51.7% | — | 20.9% | 41.4% |
| Coming Soon | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Initial Investment
Franchise Fee
- Pet Evolution $59,000
- Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming $49,900
- Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique $60,000
- Pet Fresh Dog Wash $10,000
Royalty Fee
- Pet Evolution 5% yr 1, then 7%
- Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming 7%
- Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique 8% (as low as 6.5% at 10+ units)
- Pet Fresh Dog Wash 6%
Total Locations
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Pet Evolution
- Health-and-wellness pet retail plus grooming and self-wash; 1,400–3,200 sq ft
- 2026 FDD initial investment $606,300–$1,239,500 (Item 7)
- Royalty 5% year 1 then 7%; brand fund 0.5% year 1 then 1.5%
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
- See brand profile for highlights
Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique
- Grooming, bathing, and boutique pet retail; typical site 1,000–1,300 sq ft
- 2025 FDD initial investment $296,880–$453,420 (Item 7)
- 8% royalty on adjusted gross sales (declines with unit count) and 2% brand fund
Pet Fresh Dog Wash
- Self-serve wash bays, with an option to add full-service grooming
- 2025 FDD initial investment $101,825–$515,500 (Item 7)
- Franchise fee $10,000 (wash only) or $20,000 (wash + grooming); 6% royalty and 2% brand fund
Things to Consider
Pet Evolution
- Higher initial investment than peers in this set
- 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
Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique
- Smaller system size than peers in this set
- Storefront-only model
Pet Fresh Dog Wash
- Lower entry cost — confirm build-out and working capital
- Smaller system size than peers in this set
- Storefront-only model