Geese Chasers Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Geese Chasers offers humane geese control services, using trained dogs to manage and deter geese from properties, ensuring a safe and clean environment.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

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14
+
56%
56%
Franchise fee

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$50,000
Investment

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$136,000 - $142,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$710,000

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n.a.
n.a.

Geese Chasers is a specialized goose control service that uses expertly trained Border Collies to safely and effectively deter Canada Geese from properties. Established in 1999 by Bob Young in New Jersey, the company has built over twenty years of expertise in delivering professional geese management solutions.

Today, Geese Chasers operates from its headquarters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.

Franchising opportunities were introduced in 2011, giving entrepreneurs the chance to run their own geese management operations under the Geese Chasers brand. Currently, the network includes 15 active units spread throughout the United States.

What sets Geese Chasers apart from others in the industry is its humane and proven method of geese removal. By using specially trained Border Collies to herd and disperse geese without harming them, Geese Chasers has established itself as offering one of the quickest and most effective Canada Goose control solutions available.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $50,000
Vehicle, Kayak, Roof Rack $20,000, $500, $80
Border Collie Dog $5,000 – $11,000
Remote Control Boat $100
Certification Training $500 – $1,000
Supplies $3,000
Direct Mail Advertising $500
Signage $2,000
Additional Funds – Initial Period $50,000
Insurance $4,000
Accountant $150
Estimated Initial Investment – Total $135,830 – $142,330
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $50,000
Vehicle, Kayak, Roof Rack $20,000, $500, $80
Border Collie Dog $5,000 – $11,000
Remote Control Boat $100
Certification Training $500 – $1,000
Supplies $3,000
Direct Mail Advertising $500
Signage $2,000
Additional Funds – Initial Period $50,000
Insurance $4,000
Accountant $150
Estimated Initial Investment – Total $135,830 – $142,330

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Number of units

Training

Geese Chasers provides a detailed training program designed to prepare franchisees for the successful operation of their business. The training programs offered by Geese Chasers are as follows:

  1. Initial Handler Training Program
    Geese Chasers conducts a one-week Handler Training Program at their franchisor location in New Jersey. This program covers operational techniques, handling of border collies for geese clearing services, and customer service practices. Franchisees are responsible for their own travel, meals, and lodging during this training.
  2. On-Site Training at Franchisee’s Location
    After completing the training in New Jersey, Geese Chasers provides an additional one-week training at the franchisee’s own location. This hands-on session ensures that the franchisee can implement learned techniques within their territory and adjust operations to their local environment.
  3. Ongoing Training and Support
    Ongoing training is available at a tuition rate of $125 per hour. Franchisees can request further training sessions or support visits, and Geese Chasers will also assist with technical, operational, and marketing advice as needed through remote and occasional in-person support.

Territory Protection

Geese Chasers grants franchisees an exclusive territory, typically a 30-mile radius around their home office, limited to their state. As long as the franchisee complies with the agreement, Geese Chasers will not license others to operate within the assigned territory. The franchisee is strictly limited to servicing customers within their designated area.

However, Geese Chasers and its affiliates can still sell products and services under their trademarks near or adjacent to a franchisee's territory. Franchisees have no right to service customers outside their territory without prior approval. This setup offers clear but limited protection, ensuring a controlled market without fully eliminating nearby competition.

Competitors

Below are some of

Geese Chasers

key competitors in the

Pest Control

sector.

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Franchisees
Initial fee
Total investment
Revenue
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Gross Profit
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14

New
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56%
56%

$50,000

$136,000

$142,000

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$710,000

$xxx,xxx

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Competitors

ohDeer

ohDeer is a home services franchise (originally holiday lighting) offering outdoor lighting, décor, seasonal installs, and related services, serving residential and commercial clients, and known for scalable operations, recurring revenue, and turnkey support.

Franchisees

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13
+
-7%
-7%
Investment

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$95,000 - $127,000

MissQuito

MissQuito is a pest control franchise focused on mosquito management, providing eco-conscious and family-safe mosquito control treatments for residential and commercial properties.

Franchisees

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1
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$73,000 - $337,000

Mozzie Dome and Yard Patrol Pros

Mozzie Dome and Yard Patrol Pros is a pest control franchise that provides mosquito and pest management solutions for residential and commercial properties.

Franchisees

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11
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

?

$113,000 - $216,000

Geese Chasers

Geese Chasers offers humane geese control services, using trained dogs to manage and deter geese from properties, ensuring a safe and clean environment.

Franchisees

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14
+
56%
56%
Investment

?

$136,000 - $142,000

Mosquito Mary's

Mosquito Mary's provides eco-friendly mosquito and tick control services, ensuring outdoor spaces are safe and comfortable.

Franchisees

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9
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$93,000 - $117,000

Mosquito Hunters

Mosquito Hunters provides mosquito and pest control services for residential and commercial clients. Franchisees benefit from a scalable business model, training, and marketing support to help them grow a successful pest control business.

Franchisees

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122
+
-4%
-4%
Investment

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$141,000 - $171,000

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