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Apr272010

Bark Busters Franchise

In-home dog training

In-home Dog Training

Are you the leader of the pack? Imagine being taught the secrets to train a dog in only two hours, completely changing its behavior, and providing a previously stressed household with peaceful bliss. Bark Busters is a tremendous opportunity for you to make a difference in your own life and in the lives of dogs and people everywhere.

A Huge Industry…Growing Faster Than Ever

The market for dog training services is enormous. Dog owners are willing to pay for effective, quality services, not only for their own benefit, but also out of respect for their neighbors. A dog behaving badly is socially unacceptable. This demand creates a unique recession-resistant industry that will continue to grow each year. Our unique methodology was developed based on the natural psychology of dogs, and has earned the SPCA International Award of "Best Trainers" – an award that no other trainers have ever received. As the world's largest dog training company, Bark Busters are the undisputed leaders of the pack.

About Bark Busters

Bark Busters was founded in 1989 by Sylvia and Danny Wilson in Wollongong, Australia, 50 miles south of Sydney. Currently, Bark Busters has now expanded into over 40 states with 255+ franchises in the US and over 420 franchises across 10 countries including Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, Israel, Canada, and here in the United States.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Bark Busters Franchises?

Total Cost: $71,100-$96,400
Total Franchise Fees: $37,500
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 8%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: 2%
Term of Agreement: 5 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $1.5K

Contact Information for Bark Busters

Bark Busters
250 W Lehow Ave
Englewood, CO
80110

Phone Number: 877-300-BARK (2275)
Fax Number: (720)283-2819

Franchise Homepage:

Bark Busters In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Bark Busters begin operations? 1989
When did Bark Busters begin selling franchises? 1994

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2008 250 35 150 0
2005 105 6 74 1
2004 63 2 73 1
2003 31 0 65 0
2002 8 0 59 1
2001 2 0 50 1

Future Expansion

United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming,

Countries of Interest: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, United Kingdom

Franchise Financing Information

Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee No Yes
Initial Start-up Capital No Yes
Plant, Property, and Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No Yes
Payroll No No

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): SBA and other financial partners

Training & Support

Support
On-call Training and Support Center, Regional and National Conferences, Mentoring Programs, Franchise Advisory Council, In the Pressletter, Toll-free Phone Line, Intranet and CRM, Library of Best Practices and Innovative Ideas, Policy and Procedure Manual, Business Management Manual, Field Operations/Evaluations, Annual Advanced Training and Professional Development Classes, Discussion Boards.
Marketing
Co-op Advertising, Regular Marketing Conference Calls, Monthly Press Releases, Custom Local Ad Design, National Media Promotions, Local Marketing and PR Launch for Your Business, Marketing and Sales Manual.

Franchise Operation Restrictions

This franchise can be run as a home based business franchise.

0% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • passion for dogs
  • general business experience
  • have great people and communication skills
  • want to make a positive impact in their community
  • Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
    Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
    Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
    Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
    Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
    Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes
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