HOUNDS TOWN USA
Hounds Town USA franchises interactive dog care facilities that offer daycare, boarding, grooming, and other related services and products to dog owners. The business operates under a proprietary system using Hounds Town USA trademarks and targets the general public seeking premium pet care services. Their model focuses on franchising these facilities, with options for single, multi-2, or multi-3 units.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 2% brand fund + $300-$333/mo technology + $125/mo local ad management + $125/mo annual reunion deposit.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 51 Franchised Locations and one Affiliate Location that had been open for at least 12 months as of December 31, 2024 ('Reporting Group').
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue for the 52 units in the Reporting Group by taking the weighted average of the average net revenues per segment as provided in Table 7. Segments and their average revenues: OPEN 10+ YEARS (2 units at $1,258,679), OPEN 5+ YEARS (7 units at $919,994), OPEN 3-5 YEARS (10 units at $672,845), OPEN 2-3 YEARS (16 units at $505,240), OPEN 1-2 YEARS (17 units at $320,249). Formula: (2*1258679 + 7*919994 + 10*672845 + 16*505240 + 17*320249) / 52 = $561,805. Median gross revenue, revenue top quartile, and revenue bottom quartile were calculated from the list of all 52 individual unit 2024 Net Revenues (1 Affiliate + 51 Franchised) as extracted from Table 1 and Table 2. Median is the middle value of the sorted list. Top/bottom quartiles are the average of the top/bottom 25% (13 units) of sorted revenues. Net income, net profit, and EBITDA information was indicated to be in Tables 8-13, which were not provided in the document. Therefore, these values and estimated profit ranges are set to null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How HOUNDS TOWN USA Compares to Other Pet Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 77% of Pet Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HOUNDS TOWN USA Current | $476K - $1.3M | $49K | 6.0% | 75 |
| 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 44 franchises | $341K - $688K | $54K | 7.7% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 44 Pet Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+5 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for HOUNDS TOWN USA franchisees (2020 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise?
The total initial investment to open a HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise ranges from $475,875 to $1,278,489. This includes a franchise fee of $49,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise is $561,805. The median revenue is $531,750.
How many HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, HOUNDS TOWN USA has 75 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2008.
Can you get an SBA loan for a HOUNDS TOWN USA franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for HOUNDS TOWN USA franchises. Historical data shows 80 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for HOUNDS TOWN USA franchisees, with an average loan amount of $560,880. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is HOUNDS TOWN USA a good franchise to buy?
HOUNDS TOWN USA 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.
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