Calling entrepreneurial dog lovers!
Franchise America’s Original Dog Bakery
in a booming pet industry.
WHY THREE DOG?
It all started in 1989 with a pup named Gracie, a food-sensitive Great Dane for whom her owners decided to start baking her food and treats. This led to her owners opening America’s Original Dog Bakery! Fast forward to 2024 and there are 50 bakeries and we’re looking for dog lovers like you to continue to grow!
LOW INVESTMENT
Open your bakery for a little as $245K, including your franchisee fee!
PROFITABLE BUSINESS
The NEW Average Independent pet store sales exceed $400K a year.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Our communities embrace us with open arms, as we offer support. You’re the neighborhood bakery!
WORLD CLASS SUPPORT
We’ll provide you the support, directly or through recommended providers, necessary to launch your business
ADDITIONAL REVENUE STREAMS
Drive additional business by adding services such as grooming or self-serve dog washes.
COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIATION
We’re set apart from other pet stores by our famous high-margin baked goods & seasonal offerings!
THE INVESTMENT
You can own your own dog bakery for as little as $245K. Candidates must have $50,000 in liquid capital. Financial assistance is available through our preferred partners. Get to know the dough below!
GET TO KNOW THE DOUGH
START UP COST | LOW | HIGH |
| INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| REAL ESTATE / RENT DEPOSIT | $5,400 | $6,100 |
| ARCHITECT PERMITS, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS | $46,000 | $281,000 |
| UTILITY AND MISC SECURITY DEPOSITS | $250 | $4,000 |
| FF&E | $75,700 | $87,400 |
| POS & CRM SYSTEM | $3,600 | $7,600 |
| OPENING INVENTORY | $35,000 | $45,000 |
| INSURANCE | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| SIGNAGE | $3,700 | $9,600 |
| TRAINING TRAVEL | $3,000 | $5,500 |
| GO MARKETING SPEND | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| MISC | $3,800 | $7,800 |
| 3 MONTHS WORKING CAPITAL | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| TOTAL | $244,900 | $564,500 |
THE PET INDUSTRY
DID YOU KNOW?
- 65.1 Million households own a dog- the most popular pet in the US
- 85% of pet parents consider their dog to be a family member
- Food & Treats represented represented $64.4 Billion , up 11% over 2022
- Millennials are now the largest generation of dog owners
- Surveys show 65% of 18-34 year olds will add a pet to their family in the next 5 years, helping drive a 14% increase in pet ownership by 2030
TESTIMONIALS
As a member of our pack, you’re not just grabbing a slice of the super dynamic pet industry pie—you’re taking part in the continued legacy of the world’s first bakery for dogs and making the healthiest handmade treats a pup can get their paws on
“We love the support we get from our corporate office. Their knowledge about business as well as their continued partnership has led us to year-over-year growth.”
Chad Konzen
Owner, Detroit
“When we came across the Three Dog Bakery brand, we just knew this was something we wanted to be a part of. We have spent a lot of time and effort in making sure our dogs have the healthiest diet and best lifestyle we can provide for them.”
John & Gloria Ma
Owners, Bellmore, NY
“We opened our first bakery in 2000 and loved it so much, we opened two more!”
Stacey Petcu
Owner, Indianapolis
QUALITIES OF A SUCCESSFUL
FRANCHISE OWNER
ANIMAL LOVER
We believe dogs are people, too, and they deserve everything we have! That’s why we’ve dedicated our lives to making tails wag every day.
COMMUNITY PARTNER
We’re so grateful to be able to partner with great organizations in our neighborhoods to better the lives of pups everywhere!
SELF STARTER
How often do you get to be your own boss? Being a Three Dog Bakery owner allows you to own your own business alongside your best furry friend!
ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
Build your business! 40% of our franchisees are multi-unit owners, creating real opportunity for continued growth and success.
NEXT STEPS
It all starts here—and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Contact Us
Fill out and submit a form and one of our Franchise Business Development experts will contact you!
Introduction to the Opportunity
Once you’ve had your initial conversation, you’ll receive the Franchise Disclosure Document for review
Submit an application
Officially apply to be awarded a franchise
Speak with Current Franchisees
After a meeting with our President of Franchising & Business Development, we’ll introduce you to current franchisees so you can hear directly from the pack!
Create a Business Plan
Prepare your plan and explore financing to support your opening and set up for success
Meet the Three Dog Bakery Team
Join us for a Discovery Day and meet the team members that will offer you support as you open and grow your business.
Franchise Awarded
Officially join our pack and get ready to open your bakery!