Dogtopia Poised to Open More than 60 New Locations in Next Two Years
Dogtopia, a dog daycare franchise, is embarking on its most aggressive expansion to date in the new year while forging new partnerships and rolling out new systems, technology and support along with unique wellness initiatives that will deliver holistic mental and physical health benefits to Dogtopia dogs and pet parents.
In 2021, the Phoenix-based brand opened 32 new daycares and delivered more than 3 million daycare experiences to Dogtopia dogs. With almost 400 licenses awarded since 2017, Dogtopia continues to attract multi-unit developers as well as passionate, local owner-operators and families looking to invest in the rapidly growing pet industry. Established Dogtopia locations enjoyed a very prosperous year, with total network revenue increasing by more than 70 percent and same-store sales up more than 23 percent on 2019. In addition to welcoming new dogs to the Dogtopia pack, daycares across the country have now collectively raised more than $1 million for the Dogtopia Foundation, an organization dedicated to enabling dogs to positively change our world.
The 2022 Entrepreneur Magazine Annual Franchise 500® rankings recognized Dogtopia as No. 51, up three spots from the 2021 ranking. Dogtopia is set up for a record year of openings in 2022 with more than 60 new locations expected to debut in dog-loving communities across North America and 400 locations slated to be operating by 2024. The new openings are being driven by local franchise partners with diverse backgrounds who are attracted to Dogtopia’s franchise systems, delivered by more than 60 experienced and committed professionals at the Dogtopia Support Office.
“We are thrilled and excited to deliver another record year of growth. We couldn’t have achieved these milestones without the support of our incredible Dogtopians, their dedicated teams, our many loyal pet parents and our fun-loving Dogtopia dogs,” said Neil Gill, CEO and President of Dogtopia. “As Dogtopians, we work hard every day to provide an exciting and safe environment, all centered around wellness, for both dogs and pet parents so they can live long, happy and healthy lives together. As more and more dogs join our lives, it’s only right that we continue to deliver on our Noble Cause of enhancing the joy of dog parenthood in a way that benefits the entire family.”
Helping to drive the impressive growth and create new opportunities are several new partnerships Dogtopia formed in 2021, including collaborations with Minecraft Marketplace, Dig, KONG and NutriSource Pet Foods, making Dogtopia the ultimate destination to deliver a holistic wellness experience for canines. Dogtopia also partnered with Peanuts for a second year, hosting special events for Snoopy’s birthday among other exciting activations.
A new Board of Directors will help guide the company into the future. The new board comprises eight accomplished individuals whose combined experience includes decades in finance, retail and franchising with emerging and mature brands. To learn more about the Board, click here.
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