Pets Are Inn is a pet care franchise offering pet boarding services in private homes, providing personalized and loving care for pets while their owners are away.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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4
+
-20%
-20%
Franchise fee
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$65,000
Investment
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$74,000 - $122,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$201,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Pets Are Inn is a pet boarding franchise founded in 1982 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is headquartered in Edina, Minnesota. It was created to offer pet owners a stress-free and kennel-free boarding option for their pets while they travel.
The company began franchising in 1986. Pets Are Inn was acquired by Ann and Jim Platt in 1992, who continued expanding the franchise system. The business model focuses on providing a unique, personalized alternative to traditional kennels by using carefully selected host families.
Pets Are Inn offers cage-free pet lodging in private homes. The service includes round-trip transportation and matches each pet with a compatible host family. This ensures the pet receives individualized care and remains in a familiar routine during their owner's absence.
What sets Pets Are Inn apart is its commitment to a home-like environment. Unlike standard kennels, there are no cages or communal spaces. Pets enjoy one-on-one attention in a calm, residential setting, making it an ideal solution for owners who want peace of mind and pets who need comfort and consistency
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Pets Are Inn franchise is
$74,000 - $122,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance 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
$65,000
Initial Advertising Fee
$0 to $7,500
Real Estate and Improvements
$0 to $2,500
Mini Van
$1,750 to $30,000
Insurance
$500 to $1,000
Supplies and Printing
$1,500 to $3,500
Boarding Supplies
$500 to $2,000
Expenses incurred attending Training in Minneapolis
$500 to $1,000
Computer Equipment and Software
$2,500 to $5,000
Additional Funds
$2,000 to $4,000
Totals
$74,250 to $121,500
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$65,000
Initial Advertising Fee
$0 to $7,500
Real Estate and Improvements
$0 to $2,500
Mini Van
$1,750 to $30,000
Insurance
$500 to $1,000
Supplies and Printing
$1,500 to $3,500
Boarding Supplies
$500 to $2,000
Expenses incurred attending Training in Minneapolis
$500 to $1,000
Computer Equipment and Software
$2,500 to $5,000
Additional Funds
$2,000 to $4,000
Totals
$74,250 to $121,500
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Pets Are Inn's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Pets Are Inn had 5 total units in 2024, of which 4 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
Pets Are Inn provides its franchisees with structured training programs as part of its initial and ongoing support. The training is structured into two main components:
Initial Training Program: Before launching the business, the franchisor offers an initial training program. This includes access to proprietary software, standard operating procedures via the Operations Manual, and a list of required equipment and supplies. Hotel accommodations for one person are provided during training, but the franchisee is responsible for transportation and meals.
Ongoing Training and Consultation: Throughout the life of the franchise, Pets Are Inn provides continuous consultation and additional training as needed. This support includes updates to the Operations Manual and the opportunity to purchase branded products and supplies. This ensures that franchisees stay aligned with evolving system standards and operational improvements.
Territory Protection
Pets Are Inn grants franchisees a defined territory, but this does not equate to full exclusive territory protection. The franchisor requires that the business be operated within the approved Territory, and any site chosen must fall within that defined area.
However, the franchisor retains the right to open other units or allow others to operate businesses under the brand outside of your defined territory.
While you have some operational boundary protection, Pets Are Inn does not commit to refraining from soliciting or accepting business from outside your territory, nor does it prevent other franchisees or company-owned units from operating in nearby areas.
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