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How Much Does a HydroDog Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A HydroDog franchise costs between $153,847 and $461,573 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$153,847
Minimum Investment
$461,573
Maximum Investment
$40,000
Franchise Fee
$40,198 – $195,693
Fee Range

HydroDog Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000
Fee Range $40,000 – $195,000
Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,198 – $195,693

HydroDog Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a HydroDog franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
HydroDog minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
HydroDog maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $40,198 – $195,693
Franchise Fee Lump Sum · At the time of signing Franchise Agreement $40,000 – $195,000
Technology Fee As Agreed · Monthly $198 – $693
Real Estate $0 – $1,750
Construction, Improvements for home office As Agreed · By agreement with provider $0 – $1,000
Utility Deposits Lump Sum $0 – $750
Equipment & Assets $1,099 – $164,175
HydroDog Vehicle Monthly · Monthly $1,000 – $155,000
HydroDog Vehicle Delivery Lump Sum · By agreement with us or dealer $0 – $5,000
Office Equipment Lump Sum or As Agreed · By agreement with provider $0 – $2,500
Computer System Lump Sum or As Agreed · By agreement with provider $0 – $1,500
Scheduling Software As Agreed · Monthly $99 – $175
Training $5,000
Initial Training Fee Lump Sum/As $5,000
Working Capital & Reserves $0 – $50,000
Additional Funds - 3 months $0 – $50,000
Other Costs $107,550 – $44,955
Grooming School costs As Agreed · By agreement with provider $0 – $20,000
Grand Opening Marketing Lump Sum · At least 60-days before opening $3,000 – $18,000
Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) As Agreed · By agreement with provider $0 – $3,500
Initial Tool Package Lump Sum · At the time of signing Franchise Agreement $0 – $2,500
Insurance (monthly premium) Lump Sum or As Agreed $250 – $750
State and local business licenses, permits, filing fees, etc. As Required $300 – $700
Total Estimated Investment $153,847 – $461,573

How Does HydroDog Compare to Other Pet Services Franchises?

HydroDog's minimum investment of $153,847 is below the Pet Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Pet Services franchises is $195,232.

$153,847
HydroDog Min
$195,232
Pet Services Median Min
$461,573
HydroDog Max
$461,573
Pet Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a HydroDog?

The total startup cost for a HydroDog franchise ranges from $153,847 to $461,573, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $1,099 to $164,175.

How much is the HydroDog franchise fee?

The HydroDog franchise fee is $40,000, with a range of $40,000 to $195,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is HydroDog a good investment?

HydroDog requires a total franchise investment of $153,847 to $461,573 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 68/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full HydroDog franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a HydroDog franchise owner make?

HydroDog franchise locations report median gross sales of $126,242 per the 2024 FDD Item 19. See our HydroDog franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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