How much revenue does a CENTRAL BARK franchise make?

According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a CENTRAL BARK franchise is $767,776. The median revenue is $733,841.

How much profit can you make with a CENTRAL BARK franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a CENTRAL BARK franchise ranges from $39,694 to $197,933 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many CENTRAL BARK franchise locations are there?

As of the 2024 FDD, CENTRAL BARK has 38 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2004.

Can you get an SBA loan for a CENTRAL BARK franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for CENTRAL BARK franchises. Historical data shows 53 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for CENTRAL BARK franchisees, with an average loan amount of $507,632. The historical default rate is 3.8%.

Is CENTRAL BARK a good franchise to buy?

CENTRAL BARK shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

CENTRAL BARK

FDD Year:

Central Bark franchises operate personalized canine care facilities offering day care, overnight boarding, grooming services, training, a specialty retail boutique for dogs, and other authorized products and services tailored to individual dogs' needs. The business model involves selling franchises to qualified operators who must adhere to the franchisor's system standards, specifications, and proprietary trademarks. It targets dog owners seeking comprehensive, high-quality pet care solutions.

Locations

$522K–$1040K

Investment

Since 2004

Franchising

ServicesOakland Park, FLNSF Bark, LLCwww.centralbarkusa.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$49,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$522,474 – $1,039,974

Low: $522,474High: $1,039,974

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$150 – $150

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + greater of 2% or $500 marketing fund + $150/mo technology fee

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

Median Gross Revenue

EBITDA Margin

Top Quartile Revenue

Bottom Quartile Revenue

Average EBITDA

Data Based On: 35 franchised CENTRAL BARK facilities open and operating during 2023 fiscal year

* Average EBITDA margin calculated as Average EBITDA ($110,991) / Average Gross Revenue ($767,776) = 0.1446 (rounded). Best guess profit low estimated by multiplying the Average Gross Revenue ($767,776) by the Low Tercile EBITDA margin (5.17%) = $39,694 (rounded). Best guess profit high estimated by multiplying the Average Gross Revenue ($767,776) by the Top Tercile EBITDA margin (25.78%) = $197,933 (rounded).

Extracted Item 19 Section

How CENTRAL BARK Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 87% of Pet Services franchises
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Pet Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
CENTRAL BARK Current	$522K – $1.0M	$49K	6.0%	38
PSP	$541K – $2.0M	$50K	3.0%	502
DOG TRAINING ELITE	$174K – $203K	$110K	8.0%	395
POOP 911	$4K – $26K	N/A	25.0%	254
WOOF GANG BAKERY	$184K – $507K	$50K	7.0%	236
CAMP BOW WOW	$944K – $1.2M	$50K	7.0%	223
Pet Services Average 45 franchises	$349K – $710K	$56K	7.5%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 45 Pet Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2023)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1WI

2FL

3PA

4IL

5OH

6MN

7TX

8NC

9OR

10MD

11SC

12GA

13NY

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CENTRAL BARK franchisees (2013 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$507,632

Total Volume

$26.9M

Default Rate

3.8%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

5 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

Dispute with former franchisee over breach of franchise agreement, post-termination trademark infringement and unfair competition; counterclaims alleging wrongful termination, breach of good faith, tortious interference, and Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law violations.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a CENTRAL BARK franchise ranges from $522,474 to $1,039,974. This includes a franchise fee of $49,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.