BARK & MANE
BARK & MANE provides mobile bathing and grooming for dogs and cats. Franchisees serve customers in designated territories using customized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans.
Franchise overview by FranRelay
PET WANTS
PET WANTS sells dog and cat food, pet supplies and grooming services. Franchisees operate a retail store with delivery and shipping, and can begin with delivery-only service before opening the store.
Speak with a FranRelay consultant about PET WANTS, your questions, and next steps.
Investment and fees
What it costs to open and operate
Upfront investment
Total initial investment
$148,150 – $239,400
Estimated in US dollars for leased premises and a 75,000 to 100,000-person territory. Includes the $53,500 franchise fee and $10,000 to $20,000 for about three months of initial operating expenses. More funds may be needed; budget exclusions are explained below.
Initial franchise fee
$53,500
Normally counted within the total above, not added on top — confirm in the source.
US dollars, due at signing and nonrefundable. Covers a territory up to 100,000 people. Add $500 for all or part of each 1,000 people above that. Eligible veterans and buyers of additional territories may receive a discount.
Selected fees
RoyaltyGreater of 7% of prior-month Gross Revenues or $350/month for 12 months, then $1,000/month
Due on the fifth each month. The minimum starts on the fifth day of the second month after initial training. A one-month extension requires opening standards, a signed release and full compliance. Gross Revenues covers cash receipts from the franchise and competing businesses, subject to exclusions.
Advertising contributionNational Branding Fund: greater of 2% of monthly Gross Revenues or $350/month
Due on the fifth, starting in the second month after initial training. A one-month extension requires opening standards, a signed release and full compliance. Contributions may rise by up to 10% per agreement year with at least one month's notice. The fund need not spend in your territory. These are selected major costs, not a complete operating budget.
Local marketingGreater of $1,500/month or 2% of monthly Gross Revenues, after opening
Spend on advertising for your franchise within your territory; verification may be requested. Separate from the national fund and opening promotion. If a cooperative is established in your area, you must join and contribute monthly: up to 3% of Gross Revenues unless a majority of members approves a higher amount.
These are selected fees, not the complete fee schedule. Review the full FDD for all fees and conditions.
Figures are as disclosed for the period shown; unknown or undisclosed items are labelled, never shown as $0. No earnings, profit or payback figures are shown. Revenue is not profit.
Ownership and support
What owning this franchise involves
Your role
The business combines store service, home delivery and local outreach at events and through referral sources.
- Owner involvement
- Personal owner operation is recommended, not required; you may appoint a manager who need not own the business.
- Main responsibilities
- Build referral relationships, promote products at local events and maintain customer service and brand standards.
- Manager requirements
- Your manager must be approved, manage full time, complete training and sign confidentiality and noncompete agreements.
Free consultation
Let's talk about PET WANTS.
Talk through your startup budget, owner role and the store, delivery and grooming requirements as you compare options.
Free for buyers. Franchisors may pay FranRelay if you go ahead; we tell you before any introduction, and nothing happens without your go-ahead.
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Disclosure document
The fees above are a short selection. Check the full FDD for all fees and terms before making a decision.
PET WANTS FRANCHISE SYSTEMS, LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date of Franchise Disclosure Document: April 9, 2026.
An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.