About DapperTails Franchise
DapperTails is a pet grooming franchise that launched its franchise program in 2025, entering the booming pet care industry with a fresh approach to grooming services.
The brand offers professional bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, and specialty treatments for dogs and cats in a clean, welcoming environment.
The franchise fee is $50,000.
DapperTails Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$104K
Average Investment
$173K
Maximum Investment
$242K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Minimum of $500 per calendar month for local marketing and advertising; 2% of monthly Gross Revenue for Brand Fund Contribution (not currently assessed) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $103,500 – $242,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $104K–$242K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of weekly Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Minimum of $500 per calendar month for local marketing and advertising; 2% of monthly Gross Revenue for Brand Fund Contribution (not currently assessed)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising (Note 2) | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Traveling for Initial Training (Note 3) | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Grooming Van Finance/Purchase and Upfitting (Note 4) | $13,000 | $125,000 |
| DapperTails Vehicle Wrap (Note 5) | $4,000 | $4,500 |
| Transport and Delivery Fees (Note 6) | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies (Note 7) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Initial Technology Package (Note 8) | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Professional Fees (Note 9) | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits (Note 10) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Insurance (Note 11) | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Master Groomer Training (Note 12) | $3,000 | $7,500 |
| Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months (Note 13) | $15,000 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | $400 per month plus $200 per month for each Grooming Van after the first Grooming Van |
| Audit Fee | Actual cost of examination plus related expenses |
| Optional Call Center Fee | $550/month per Grooming Van in operation |
| Additional Training Fee | $250/day |
| Late Charge | $50 |
| Interest Charge | 1.5% per month from due date, or maximum allowed by law. |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $75 |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs. |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | Actual costs and expenses. |
| Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses | Our costs and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, incurred for your failure to pay amounts when due or failure to comply in any way with the Franchise Agreement. |
| Insurance Reimbursement of our costs | As incurred. |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 69 hours |
| Classroom Training | 29 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 hours |
| Training Location | Long Island, NY, West Palm Beach, FL, or via Video Conference |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs may be offered, including up to one week of annual training and an annual business meeting/franchisee conference at a designated location. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 100,000 people |
| Description | A designated geographic region (Operating Territory) determined by population density, demographics, and geographical boundaries, identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, census tracts, or other recognizable demarcations. Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other channels of distribution or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor, but the franchisor will not establish or license another DapperTails business within the franchisee's Operating Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Provide notice 3-12 months prior to term end, not be in default, be current on all monetary obligations, execute the then-current franchise agreement (with no increase in royalty, no decrease in territory size, and no initial franchise fee), execute a general release, comply with current training requirements and refurbishments, and pay the renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Transfer Conditions | No transfer without franchisor's consent (not unreasonably withheld). Conditions include: franchisor's right of first refusal not exercised, all monetary and other obligations satisfied, no default, general release executed, transferee meets franchisor's standards, transferee signs then-current franchise agreement, transferee and manager complete initial training, and payment of transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate for various defaults, some curable within 30 days (e.g., non-payment, failure to comply with standards) and others non-curable (e.g., failure to complete initial training, failure to procure Grooming Van within 180 days, abandonment, felony conviction, improper transfer, disclosure of confidential information, repeated defaults). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination/expiration, the franchisee may not divert customers, participate in any competing pet grooming business within the Operating Territory, within 10 miles of the Operating Territory, or within 10 miles of any other DapperTails location. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or its approved managing shareholder/partner (Managing Owner) must be personally responsible for daily management and supervision, dedicating full-time efforts and being on-site. A Business Manager may be hired, but the franchisee remains ultimately responsible. All owners must sign the Franchise Agreement and guarantee obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | One designated supplier for Grooming Van purchase and upfitting. One designated supplier for products and services included in the Technology Fee (CRM system, telephone number, email address, social media accounts, franchise portal access, website listing). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase or lease fixtures, furnishings, equipment, signs, and supplies that conform to franchisor's standards and specifications, as described in the Operations Manual or in writing. This includes designated computer hardware, software, and CRM/point-of-sale systems. Franchisees may not use alternative suppliers for products and services provided by designated suppliers without prior written approval. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Currently, the franchisor and its affiliates do not receive rebates or other benefits from suppliers for franchisee transactions. In the future, if revenue is derived from required purchases from third-party vendors, such amounts will be contributed to the Brand Fund for the benefit of the system. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any notes, leases, or obligations on behalf of franchisees. |
DapperTails Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$184.66
Sample Size
10 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
DapperTails Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDapperTails has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
DapperTails System Growth
Total Units
17
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
17
DapperTails currently operates 0 franchised locations and 17 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 | 17 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 19 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
DapperTails Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a DapperTails franchise ranges from $103,500 to $242,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
DapperTails charges a royalty fee of 7% of weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Minimum of $500 per calendar month for local marketing and advertising; 2% of monthly Gross Revenue for Brand Fund Contribution (not currently assessed) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the DapperTails Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from DapperTails to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, DapperTails franchise owners report average revenue of $184.66. This is based on a sample of 10 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
DapperTails has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $103,500-$242,000, a 7% of weekly Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $103,500 to $242,000 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $15,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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