About HydroDog Franchise
HydroDog is a mobile pet grooming franchise that brings professional dog bathing and grooming services directly to customers' homes using specially equipped grooming vehicles.
Franchising since 2023, the brand offers a convenient, stress free grooming experience that eliminates the need for pet owners to transport their dogs to a traditional grooming salon.
The initial franchise fee is $40,000.
HydroDog Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$45K
Average Investment
$92K
Maximum Investment
$139K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently $0, not to exceed 2% of Gross Sales per month if established | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $44,946 – $138,656 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $45K–$139K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Currently $0, not to exceed 2% of Gross Sales per month if established) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee (2) | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| HydroDog® Vehicle(3) | $1,000 | $155,000 |
| HydroDog® Vehicle Delivery(3) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (4) | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 7% of Gross Sales per month or $1,000 per month per Vehicle Market Area, whichev |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $99 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if you fail to furnish reports, supporting records or other require |
| Encroachment Fee | $1,000 |
| Additional On-Site Training or Assistance | $400 |
| Interest | 2% per month or maximum allowable by law. |
| Late Payment Fee | 10% of the amount due, or the maximum allowable by law |
| Insufficient Funds | $50 |
| Insurance | $500 |
| Management Fee | $0 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $100 |
| HydroDog® Vehicle(3) | $1,000 |
| HydroDog® Vehicle Delivery(3) | $0 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (4) | $3,000 |
| Initial Tool Package (5) | $0 |
| Construction, Improvements for home office | $0 |
| Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) | $0 |
| Office Equipment | $0 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom, 1 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 1 hours |
| Training Location | Corporate, or other designated location |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you are in good standing, you can acquire a successor franchises for an additional 10-year term on our then current terms and conditions. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
HydroDog Franchise Earnings — Item 19
HydroDog does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
HydroDog does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
HydroDog Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHydroDog 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.
HydroDog System Growth
Total Units
9
Franchised
9
Company-Owned
0
HydroDog currently operates 9 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 9 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 9 | ||
| 2021 | 9 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 9 | ||
| 2022 | 9 | ||
| 2022 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 9 |
HydroDog Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a HydroDog franchise ranges from $44,946 to $138,656, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
HydroDog charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Currently $0, not to
exceed 2% of Gross
Sales per month if
established contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the HydroDog 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 HydroDog to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
HydroDog does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
HydroDog has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $44,946-$138,656, a 7% of Gross Sales royalty, and no 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 $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $44,946 to $138,656 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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