PET EVOLUTION (UNIT)
Pet Evolution Franchising LLC offers franchises for operating pet supply stores focused on pet health and wellness, providing high-quality pet foods free of corn, wheat, soy by-products, and artificial flavors, along with other pet products, grooming services like in-store and mobile nail trimming, product delivery, and self-service dog washing stations. The business model centers on unit franchises using a proprietary operating system, with store sizes ranging from compact (1,400-1,800 sq ft) to traditional (2,500-3,500 sq ft), while regional development franchises are offered separately. They target pet owners, primarily of dogs but also cats and small animals, who prioritize premium, healthy pet nutrition and services.
Franchise Costs
7% royalty (5% first year) + 1.5% brand fund (0.5% first year) + $500/mo technology fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Financial data for gross revenue is presented for 11 Pet Evolution stores (8 franchised, 2 predecessor-owned, 1 affiliate-owned) that were open and operating for the entire 12-month period ended March 31, 2025. Performance metrics are calculated based on the 8 franchised stores only, as per instructions.
* Calculated average, median, average of top 25% (2 units), and average of bottom 25% (2 units) from the gross revenues of 8 franchised stores listed in the 'Franchised Stores' table for the 12-month period ended March 31, 2025. Revenues used: $582,968, $659,695, $728,500, $906,725, $1,067,313, $1,110,156, $1,142,462, $1,193,681.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How PET EVOLUTION (UNIT) Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 89% of Pet Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PET EVOLUTION (UNIT) Current | $595K – $1.2M | $59K | 7.0% | 16 |
| 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 (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
Franchisee Contacts
40 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Single lawsuit by franchisees (including Fufu & Tommy, LLC and AGDG Investments LLC) against the franchisor and its principals, filed October 2024 in California Superior Court (Orange County).
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a PET EVOLUTION (UNIT) franchise ranges from $595,300 to $1,225,500. This includes a franchise fee of $59,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.
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