THE PET ISSUE
Crossing the Rainbow Bridge Franchises that help with the loss of a pet by Seth Lederman, Consultant, The Franchise Consulting Company
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mericans love their pets, and more than 65% own one, adding to about 87 million homes. Almost all pet owners, 97%, consider their dogs, cats, or other pets part of the family. It makes sense then that pet ownership is big business. Americans spent $136.8 billion on their pets in 2022, up nearly 11% from $123.6 billion the previous year. There are many ways a savvy entrepreneur can capitalize on this potential. The key is selecting a pet franchise that suits your needs and area. COMMON PET FRANCHISING OPPORTUNITIES Pet franchising encompasses a wide range of offerings, including pet grooming, pet daycare, pet training, pet sitting, pet supply stores, veterinary services, and pet cremation and memorial services, among others. Franchising in the pet industry can appeal to entrepreneurs who have a passion for animals and want to capitalize on the growing demand for petrelated products and services. Franchising offers the advantage of operating under an established brand with proven systems and support from the franchisor.
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