Pet Wants Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Pet Wants offers high-quality pet food and products, focusing on natural and nutritious options to enhance the health and well-being of pets.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

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159
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15%
15%
Franchise fee

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$48,500
Investment

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$138,000 - $219,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$437,000

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-0.8%
-0.8%

Established in 2010 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Pet Wants has quickly gained traction in the flourishing pet food industry.

The company began franchising in 2014, inviting entrepreneurs to join their mission of delivering fresh, premium-quality pet food directly to customers’ homes.

Pet Wants stands out by offering freshly made, slow-cooked pet food crafted with whole, natural ingredients and free from fillers or artificial additives—setting them apart from traditional pet stores that sell mass-produced products.

Additionally, the brand provides a unique advantage for franchisees through its mobile launch phase. This approach helps new owners build a loyal customer base before expanding into a permanent location, which often includes grooming services.

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 $48,500
Real estate $3,200 – $8,000
Leasehold improvements $5,000 – $20,000
Signage $3,000 – $10,000
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment $32,000 – $50,000
Vehicle $1,800 – $8,000
Initial inventory $15,000 – $25,000
Retail E-commerce and Website system $1,500 – $3,000
Travel and living expenses while training $1,250 – $4,000
Initial telephone, bank and other deposits $500 – $1,000
Pre-opening promotion $10,000
Licenses $100 – $500
Vehicle Wrap $2,500 – $4,500
Retail E-commerce and Website system setup $1,500
Limited liability entity $500 – $1,000
Insurance $1,500 – $4,000
Additional funds – 3 months $10,000 – $20,000
Total $137,850 – $219,000

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Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial franchise fee $48,500
Real estate $3,200 – $8,000
Leasehold improvements $5,000 – $20,000
Signage $3,000 – $10,000
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment $32,000 – $50,000
Vehicle $1,800 – $8,000
Initial inventory $15,000 – $25,000
Retail E-commerce and Website system $1,500 – $3,000
Travel and living expenses while training $1,250 – $4,000
Initial telephone, bank and other deposits $500 – $1,000
Pre-opening promotion $10,000
Licenses $100 – $500
Vehicle Wrap $2,500 – $4,500
Retail E-commerce and Website system setup $1,500
Limited liability entity $500 – $1,000
Insurance $1,500 – $4,000
Additional funds – 3 months $10,000 – $20,000
Total $137,850 – $219,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Number of units

Training

Pet Wants provides a comprehensive training program designed to equip franchisees with the skills and knowledge necessary to operate their business successfully.

The training includes 20 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of on-the-job training. This curriculum covers essential aspects such as business operations, product knowledge, marketing strategies, and customer service.

Additionally, franchisees receive ongoing support to help them implement best practices and navigate challenges as they grow their business.

Territory Protection

Pet Wants provides territory protection, granting franchisees exclusive rights to operate within a defined geographic area. This ensures no overlap with other franchise locations, allowing franchisees to focus on growing their business.

The protected territory is determined based on market demographics, supporting franchisees in building a strong customer base. This strategy helps maintain brand consistency and fosters franchisee success.

Competitors

Below are some of

Pet Wants

key competitors in the

Pet Retail

sector.

Franchise
Franchisees
Initial fee
Total investment
Revenue
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Gross Profit
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EBITDA
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159

New
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15%
15%

$48,500

$138,000

$219,000

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$437,000

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Competitors

Ben's Barketplace

Ben's Barketplace is a pet-supply retail franchise offering holistic dog and cat foods, treats, and wellness products, serving devoted pet parents, and known for nutrition-focused guidance, curated premium brands, and educating customers on species-appropriate diets for long-term pet health.

Franchisees

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4
+
33%
33%
Investment

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$242,000 - $415,000
Pets
Pet Retail

petNmind

petNmind is a pet-retail and wellness-services franchise offering natural pet food, self-service grooming and holistic-care supplies, serving mindful pet-owners and companion animals, and known for eco-friendly products, personalized guidance and community-oriented service.

Franchisees

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0
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$200,000 - $359,000
Pets
Pet Retail

Natural Hounds

Natural Hounds is a pet-care retail-and-services franchise offering all-natural pet food, wellness products and grooming services, serving health-conscious pet-owners, and known for clean-label offerings, educational support and boutique experience.

Franchisees

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0
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$130,000 - $463,000
Pets
Pet Retail

Pet Depot

Pet Depot is a pet retail franchise offering pet supplies, food, and grooming services, catering to the needs of pets and their owners.

Franchisees

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27
+
-7%
-7%
Investment

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$178,000 - $913,000
Pets
Pet Retail

Waggles Puppy Boutique

Waggles Puppy Boutique provides premium pet products and grooming services, catering to the comfort and style needs of dogs.

Franchisees

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0
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$341,000 - $678,000
Pets
Pet Retail

Three Dog Bakery

Three Dog Bakery offers premium dog treats and products, providing wholesome and delicious options to enhance pets' nutrition and enjoyment.

Franchisees

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41
+
17%
17%
Investment

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$181,000 - $314,000
Pets
Pet Retail

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