About Skiptown Franchise
Skiptown is a unique franchise concept that combines a dog park with a bar and social venue, creating a space where dog owners can enjoy craft beverages while their pets play in a supervised, off leash environment.
The franchise fee is $35,000.
Skiptown locations feature indoor and outdoor play areas for dogs along with a full bar serving craft beer, cocktails, and food.
Skiptown Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$905K
Average Investment
$1.3M
Maximum Investment
$1.7M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6.0% of weekly Payable weekly on See Note of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.0% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $904,679 – $1,688,231 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $905K–$1.7M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6.0% of weekly Payable weekly on See Note) and marketing fee (2.0% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Low High Payment to Be Made On signing Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Franchise Lump sum Us Agreement Travel, lodging and meals for initial | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Licenses, Permitting | $3,500 | $10,500 |
| Low High Payment to Be Made Prepaid rent and security deposit and | $16,579 | $33,231 |
| Architect, engineer and other design | $20,000 | $65,000 |
| On Grand Opening | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| start Various Leasehold | $350,000 | $800,000 |
| suppliers Furniture, fixtures, | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Grooming equipment | $12,000 | $27,000 |
| As incurred As agreed Third parties Before Interior Signage and | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Technology Set-Up | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| starting As agreed Third parties business Before Hardware & Mobile Third parties | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| starting As agreed Third parties business Before Access Control | $100 | $10,000 |
| business Before Networking and | $4,000 | $25,000 |
| business Back Office | $35,000 | $45,000 |
| uniforms, | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Low High Payment to Be Made Project Management | $25,000 | $70,000 |
| for | $150,000 | $225,000 |
| MULTIPLE FACILITIES Amount To Whom Type of Method of When Due Payment is Expendi | $904,679 | $1,688,231 |
| Per above table Per above table table On signing Initial Franchise Fee Multi-Uni | $35,000 | $110,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | $1,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No specific financing arrangements disclosed. |
Skiptown Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Skiptown 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.
Skiptown 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.
Skiptown Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSkiptown 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.
Skiptown System Growth
Total Units
6
Franchised
3
Company-Owned
3
Skiptown currently operates 3 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Skiptown Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Skiptown franchise ranges from $904,679 to $1,688,231, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Skiptown charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of weekly Payable weekly on See Note of gross sales, plus a 2.0% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Skiptown 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 Skiptown to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Skiptown 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.
Skiptown has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $904,679-$1,688,231, a 6.0% of weekly Payable weekly on See Note 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $904,679 to $1,688,231 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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