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How Much Does a Lost Dog Café Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Lost Dog Café franchise costs between $803,500 and $1,490,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $25,000.

$803,500

Minimum Investment

$1,490,000

Maximum Investment

$25,000

Franchise Fee

Lost Dog Café Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $25,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $25,000

Lost Dog Café Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Lost Dog Café franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $25,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum $25,000

Real Estate $746,500 – $1,366,500

Fixtures, Furnishings& Leasehold Improvements $736,500 – $1,336,500

1st Month's Lease Payment and Security Deposit Monthly $10,000 – $30,000

Equipment & Assets $27,000 – $55,000

Computer Equipment Lump Sum $15,000 – $25,000

Opening Inventory and Supplies $10,000 – $25,000

Signage $2,000 – $5,000

Training $0 – $5,000

Travel &Living Expenses While Training $0 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $0 – $2,000

Additional Funds - 3 months including Travel &Living Expenses While Training $0 – $2,000

Other Costs $5,000 – $36,500

Miscellaneous Expenses $0 – $25,000

Grand Opening Advertising Fee $5,000 – $10,000

Site Evaluation Fee Lump Sum $0

Total Estimated Investment $803,500 – $1,490,000

How Does Lost Dog Café Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Lost Dog Café's minimum investment of $803,500 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$803,500

Lost Dog Café Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,490,000

Lost Dog Café Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Lost Dog Café?

The total startup cost for a Lost Dog Café franchise ranges from $803,500 to $1,490,000, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $746,500 to $1,366,500.

How much is the Lost Dog Café franchise fee?

The Lost Dog Café franchise fee is $25,000, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Lost Dog Café a good investment?

Lost Dog Café requires a total franchise investment of $803,500 to $1,490,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 60/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Lost Dog Café franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Lost Dog Café franchise owner make?

Lost Dog Café's 2026 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.