EarthWise Pet is a more than 40-year-old brand focused on all-natural pet food, eco-friendly toys and supplies, grooming services and helping improve the bond between pets and their people. Their franchisees become their community’s go-to resource for all things pet-related. As such, they have built a unique niche in the booming $95 billion pet care industry as one of the most trusted dog grooming and natural pet food franchises. Their founding family opened the first location in 1977, and today they have over 70 locations nationwide.
When it comes to the services, food and supplies we sell, it’s all about quality and expertise. They train franchisees and staff on pet nutrition and wellness so customers know they can turn to them for advice. Retail can be a challenging landscape these days, but they offer customers a curated shopping experience that is laser-focused on eco-friendly, holistic and all natural brands. That sets them apart from big-box pet warehouses or Amazon.com.
An EarthWise Pet franchise sets itself apart by teaching customers how to help their pets live longer and healthier. “That includes proper nutrition, making sure that you’re taking your pet to the vet, getting your dog groomed regularly, going on walks, using experienced pet sitters – all these different services” says Seitz. They offer some of these services directly. In other cases, they connect customers to resources in the community.
Grooming: They offer full-service professional grooming as well as self-service dog washing facilities in a pet-friendly, safe environment that reduces stress for their furry friends. All dogs are expertly groomed by qualified professionals. Self-wash areas are spa-like and easy-to-use, attracting customers who don’t want the hassle of clean-up at home.
Home Delivery: They make it as convenient as possible for customers to take care of the pets they love. In some locations, they even offer same-day delivery. Combined with their carefully product lines, this allows them to easily compete with online retailers.
Retail Sales: EarthWise Pet sells a large variety of all-natural pet products that meet both general and unique needs, such as grain-free or raw diets. Certified green products are sourced from some of the most respected brands in the pet supply industry, which often don’t sell to big-box supply stores. That helps set them apart from competitors.
To buy a franchise with EarthWise Pet you’ll need a minimum net worth of $400,000 Creative Colors International a franchise fee of $45,000. They also offer a discount for veterans.
