Why a Pet-Related Business
For a pet lover, it just doesn't get any better than making a living out of loving on pets! We at Professional Pet Care Services are living proof that you can make a career out of a passion. If you are interested in starting your own business, choosing one that is dear to your heart is a fantastic way to spend your days! According to a national survey, 63% of pet owners say "I love you" at least once a day to their pets and 83% refer to themselves as their pet's mom and dad. Plus, check out these numbers! · Americans spent an estimated $43.2 billion on their pets in 2008 with a forecast of $45.4 billion in 2009 · People are willing to spend on their pets today, because they fill a very important role in their lives · Forecasts indicate that the growth will continue between 8 to 15% each year · Wall Street analysts state that even during economic hard times, when pet owners are cutting back on household spending, they are still pampering "man's best friend" · The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the number of "animal caretakers" is expected to grow faster than average: 22% between 2000 and 2010. The Franchise Process
Our franchise package is as simple as “opening the box” and opening your business! Once you sign on, then leave it up to us to get your website, brochures, advertising, and business systems in place. Many times, new franchisees can open for business in just a few weeks—a true testament to our commitment to franchise owners and the thoroughness of our system. Generous territory, expertly chosen - Our franchise sales team will work with you to define your protected territory of approximately 50,000 + qualified households. We perform an expert analysis of your area to determine the feasibility of our business model within your local community. When determining qualified households, we look at data such as median household incomes, home values, cost of living indices, commuter times, and approximately 15 other population-related criteria. In addition, we evaluate the pet market, including the prevalence of pet-related business, pet expenditures, and pet ownership trends and the results are shared with you. When you are granted a territory, that will be protected coverage area. Throughout the term of your franchise, we will not open another Professional Pet Care Services in your territory. Your Own Website - Our franchisees report that up to 80% of their clients come from the internet. Our goal is that your website will show up on the first page of search engine results, taking the worry out of whether or not the phone will ring once you open for business. What's more, we will customize your site with pictures, a personalized bio, your service offerings, a coverage area map, and more. We will update and host the site for you--so anytime you change your prices, your services, or your pictures, just let us know and we'll make the changes! Grand Opening Assistance: Our team of experts will help you get your business up and running with a customized Grand Opening marketing plan. We will work with you to assess your area and develop the most efficient advertising methods for your community. On-going Support: If you're ever in a bind, you're never out of luck. We have a support staff that is always available to assist you with anything, at anytime. Insurance & Bonding: In addition to assisting you with all of the legal framework of forming your business, we will help get you set up with extensive insurance and bonding protection. Your insurance policy will cover both you and your staff members in the event of an unfortunate mishap. Supplies: We provide you with a hand-picked assortment of supplies you’ll need. You'll also receive business cards, rack cards, brochures, and a customized car wrap or decal to help spread the word about your new Professional Pet Care Services business. Forums, Conference Calls, and Conferences: One of the benefits of being part of our franchise family is our continual communication and support. We never want you to feel unconnected, which is why we set up conference calls, forums, and yearly franchisee conferences in our hometown of Punta Gorda, FL where we can share and learn from one another. Get to Business in Just a Few Weeks! Yes, you really can start your Professional Pet Care Service business in just a few weeks' time. Our process is so straight-forward and streamlined that you can be reading this page for the first time today, and have your business up and running in about six weeks! Thank you for your interest in our franchises! To have a franchise representative contact you, please Call us at 866.749.1551 or email us. Please leave your name, city and state and best time and number to contact you. We will usually respond to your inquiry during the same business day, but ALWAYS within 24 hours. Our franchise development specialist will begin the initial qualification process and get some of your initial questions answered. If you are interested in starting your own business, choosing one that is dear to your heart is a fantastic way to spend your days! |
Hassle Free Start-Up -
A Professional Pet Care Service franchise allows the pet-loving entrepreneur to get on board with an already established and reputable business, freeing you of the headaches that come with starting a business from scratch. We walk you through every step of establishing a business, and our bevy of resources and steadfast support are yours for the life of your franchise. Working from your home office means low overhead costs since you don’t need to lease a store front or office space.