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Barking Mad is a dog sitting service, their dog holiday experts provide luxury pet care in the experienced hosts’ cosy homes. The company was established as an alternative to kennels. With home dog boarding, dogs will be cared for individually, their routine maintained and all the dog owners’ instructions carried out.
The franchisee will work between the office and out to meet new customers and host families. Networking with vets, groomers, etc. as well as promoting the business is part of the job too.
| Franchise fee | £13,900 |
| Minimum investment | £10,000 |
| Total investment | £16,000 |
| Financing | Yes, through bank agreements |
After training, the franchisor will guide the new business owner through the first 6 months, both in the field and remotely. Barking Mad has a robust franchise development template which is specifically designed to help franchisees increase turnover during all stages of their business including the free ‘Supporting Success’ training event for employees. The National Conference is held in April each year and Regional Sales Meetings take place in November. The network of franchisees share tips and ideas with each other.