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How Much Does a KongDog Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A KongDog franchise costs between $162,750 and $660,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$162,750

Minimum Investment

$660,500

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

KongDog Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

KongDog Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a KongDog franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum payment in cash or available funds. · Upon signing the Franchise Agreement. $50,000

Real Estate $13,000

Leasehold Improvements and Construction As required by supplier, contractor or landlord · Before opening, as required by supplier. $10,000

Lease &Utilities deposits As required by landlord &utility providers · As required by landlord &utility providers $3,000

Equipment & Assets $70,750

Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, Computers, and Communications System As required by supplier · As required by supplier $30,000

Initial Inventory As required by suppliers · Before opening $30,000

Signage Before opening $10,000

POS System As required by supplier $750

Training $3,000

Your Training Expenses As required for trans-portation, lodging &meals · As required by suppliers of transportation, lodging& meals. $3,000

Working Capital & Reserves $15,000

Additional Funds - 3 months Payroll weekly, other purchases according to agreed-upon terms $15,000

Other Costs $11,000 – $508,750

Insurance As required by insurer · Before opening $3,000

Business Licenses and Permits As required by government agencies · Before opening, as required by government agencies $2,000

Professional Fees As required by providers $2,000

Grand Opening Advertising As required by supplier · As required by supplier $1,000

Total Estimated Investment $162,750 – $660,500

How Does KongDog Compare to Other Pet Services Franchises?

KongDog's minimum investment of $162,750 is below the Pet Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Pet Services franchises is $195,232.

$162,750

KongDog Min

$195,232

Pet Services Median Min

$660,500

KongDog Max

$461,573

Pet Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a KongDog?

The total startup cost for a KongDog franchise ranges from $162,750 to $660,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $11,000 to $508,750.

How much is the KongDog franchise fee?

The KongDog franchise fee is $50,000, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is KongDog a good investment?

KongDog requires a total franchise investment of $162,750 to $660,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 53/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full KongDog franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a KongDog franchise owner make?

KongDog's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.