How much does it cost to open a Bark Busters franchise?

The total initial investment for a Bark Busters franchise ranges from $77,900 to $117,000. This includes the franchise fee of $49,500, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Bark Busters franchise?

Bark Busters franchisees pay a 10.0% royalty fee and a 3.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Bark Busters franchise?

Bark Busters does not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their FDD. Revenue and profitability figures are not publicly available from the franchisor.

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Bark Busters Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$77,900 – $117,000

Franchise Fee

$49,500

Royalty Rate

10.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $77,900 High: $117,000

The total initial investment to open a Bark Busters franchise ranges from $77,900 to $117,000, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $49,500.

Midpoint estimate: $97,450

Franchise Fee

$49,500

One-time initial fee

The Bark Busters franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Bark Busters brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

10.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

3.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 13.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty	10.0	PCT	Payable on the 1st and 16th of each month. Late fees apply if not paid within 5 days of due date. Obligation begins upon completion of initial training as soon as any Gross Revenues are generated.
Local Advertising Expense	3.0	PCT	Payable monthly to your advertising suppliers as determined by you. Used for promoting your business in your community including digital advertising and geo-targeting in your Territory.
Big Dog Website	400.0	FIXED	Required for all franchisees that participate in having a Big Dog Website. Payable to franchisor.
Toll-Free Number Fee	120.0	FIXED	Payable annually on the anniversary of the date you signed your Franchise Agreement. Franchisor reserves the right to increase this fee at any time upon thirty (30) days' notice. This fee has never been issued since Bark Busters North America, LLC took over operations.
Technology Fee	380.0	VARIABLE	The price for currently recommended system is $380.00 per year. Franchisor reserves the right to increase this fee at any time upon thirty (30) days' notice. Franchisor also has the right to approve a different technology system for your use.
Ongoing Inventory	N/A	VARIABLE	Varies based on your sales. You will purchase from approved suppliers all supplies. Additionally, you will pay for all shipping costs related to the purchase of any Bark Busters supplies or products. Due upon delivery.
National Conference Fee	1250.0	VARIABLE	Up to $1,250 per attendee. You must also pay travel and accommodation expenses that you and employees incur in attending the National Conference. These costs may range from $500 to $3,500 per person. Due ninety (90) to one hundred twenty (120) days before Conference. Attendance is mandatory. Franchisor reserves the right to increase this fee annually upon thirty (30) days' notice.
Local or Regional Seminars, Meetings or Programs	N/A	VARIABLE	You must pay your expenses as well as the expenses your employees incur in attending these meetings. Costs may range from $500 to $2,500 plus an estimated $50 for materials. Due as incurred. Franchisor reserves the right to conduct periodic meetings of all franchisees that you are strongly encouraged to attend.
Additional Training Fee	7500.0	FIXED	Payable only if partners come to separate training classes or you request that franchisor train more than two (2) people at the initial training class you attend. Due before commencement of training classes.
Successor Franchise Fee	1000.0	FIXED	Payable as a requirement of extension of your rights to operate the Bark Busters Business after the expiration of the Initial Term. Due thirty (30) days before your Initial Term expires or you sign a Successor Franchise Agreement.
Transfer / Sale Franchise Fee	15.0	PCT	15% of the Gross Sale Price or value of Transfer of Franchise not to exceed $20,000.00. A training fee of $7,500.00 per person is payable by the purchaser when an established franchise is sold. Payable by you or your buyer when the Franchise Agreement or other interest in your Bark Busters Business is transferred by you, or a part of your Territory is transferred by you, except transfers to an entity controlled by you or to certain family members. Due before acceptance of buyer or Transferee.
Addition of Partner/Shareholder/Member to Franchisee	7.5	PCT	Payable upon addition of Partner/Shareholder/Member to Franchisee after approval of Franchisor. Due when you add an additional Partner/Shareholder/Member to Franchisee.
Legal Reimbursement Fee	1000.0	FIXED	This fee covers the cost of legal fees and other costs incurred by franchisor to document the transfer. Due when you pay the Transfer Fee. Must be paid even if transferring to a corporation in which you are a majority stockholder; to your child, parent, sibling or spouse; or to another franchisee.
Additional Assistance	N/A	FIXED	No fee charged if franchisor determines additional services are required by you. No Additional Service Fees were charged during last fiscal year.
Audit	N/A	VARIABLE	Payable only if audit shows an understatement of at least 5% of Gross Revenue for any month. Cost of audit plus 10% interest on understatement (or the maximum allowed by state law). The 10% interest rate accrues from the date of any underpayment. Due within seven (7) days upon request.
Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	Will vary under circumstances. You must reimburse franchisor if franchisor is held liable for claims arising from the operation of your Bark Busters Business. Due as incurred.
Cost of Enforcement or Defense	N/A	VARIABLE	Will vary under circumstances. You must reimburse franchisor if franchisor is required to incur any expenses in enforcing its rights against you under the Franchise Agreement and franchisor prevails in its suit against you. Due upon settlement or conclusion of claim or action.
Liquidated Damages	50000.0	FIXED	$50,000.00 for each idea, concept, product, process, or application franchisor loses as a result of your violation of the Franchise Agreement. Specifically applicable to infringement and the use of intellectual property following termination of your franchise agreement. Due as incurred.
Non-Compliance Damages	50000.0	FIXED	$50,000.00 for breach of Franchise Agreement by Franchisee resulting in Termination. Due as incurred.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

0.0%

Low risk — below industry average

Net Unit Growth

+13 units

From 2021 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2021	120	+8	—	—	124
2022	124	+9	—	—	128
2023	128	+6	—	—	131
2024	131	—	—	—	133

Is a Bark Busters Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Bark Busters franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

60/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

N/A

Insufficient data

Risk Level

Low

0.0% annual closure rate

Bark Busters shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.