Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data
Total Investment
$206,150 – $316,000
Franchise Fee
$10,000
Royalty Rate
N/A
The total initial investment to open a PetSmart Veterinary Services franchise ranges from $206,150 to $316,000, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $10,000.
Midpoint estimate: $261,075
$10,000
One-time initial fee
The PetSmart Veterinary Services 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 PetSmart Veterinary Services brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.
Royalty Fee
N/A
Ad/Marketing Fund
1.5%
of gross revenue
| Fee Type | Rate | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premises License Fee | 10.0 | FIXED | Payment is 1/12th of annual amount due monthly. Does not begin until after Ramp-Up Period (first 365 days after Commencement Date). Currently includes Hospital Occupancy Costs (property insurance, liability insurance, common area expenses, electric, water/sewer, property taxes). May be charged separately in future. |
| Franchise Royalty | 2.0 | VARIABLE | Tiered structure: 2% on first $750K; 2.5% on $750K-$1M; 3% on $1M-$1.25M; 3.5% above $1.25M. Rate reverts to 2% at start of next Fiscal Year. Begins after Ramp-Up Period. Hospital Revenue is all revenues from services/products sold, net of discounts/refunds. Franchisor can estimate revenue if not reported. |
| Brand Fund Contribution | 1.5 | PCT | Currently 1.5% but can be increased up to 2.5% of Hospital Revenue. Begins on Commencement Date. Supports general development and recognition of PETSMART VETERINARY SERVICES brand. |
| Local Marketing Expense | 0.5 | PCT | Not payable to franchisor. Franchisee pays vendors and media outlets directly for local marketing. |
| Technology Fee | 750.0 | FIXED | Currently $750 per month. Begins on Commencement Date. Covers IT services and infrastructure, related equipment provided by PVS, and routine IT support as detailed in Brand Standards Manual. Can be revised at any time on reasonable notice (minimum 30 days). |
| Training Fees | 500.0 | FIXED | Training provided at no charge for maximum number of trainees (currently 2 for initial training). Fee charged for: (a) additional trainees beyond maximum; (b) additional training due to quality assurance non-compliance; (c) re-training or substitutes; (d) optional training programs. Travel and living expenses for trainers also charged if training at franchisee location. |
| Conference Fee | 1000.0 | FIXED | Not to exceed $1,000 per person. Attendance mandatory if franchise convention is held. |
| Reimbursement for Examination or Audit | N/A | VARIABLE | Payable only if audit reveals understatement of Hospital Revenue exceeding 2%. In addition to applicable interest and late fees. |
| Proposed Supplier Inspection | N/A | VARIABLE | Reimbursement required whether or not proposed supplier is approved. |
| Indemnification | N/A | VARIABLE | Reimbursement required for any expenses (including attorney fees and other costs) or liabilities arising from franchise operations. |
| Interest | N/A | VARIABLE | Payable if any amount due is not received within 10 days after due date. Will not exceed maximum rate allowed by state law. |
| Late Fee | 150.0 | FIXED | Currently $150. Payable if any amount due is not received within 10 days after due date. Compensates for administrative costs of enforcing payment obligations. |
| Transfer Fee | 5000.0 | FIXED | Up to $5,000. Payable upon transfer of Franchise Agreement and/or substantially all assets of Hospital, or transfer of direct/indirect ownership interest resulting in change of control of Franchisee. |
| Renewal Fee | 5000.0 | FIXED | Up to $5,000. Payable if franchisee exercises option for Extension Period and otherwise qualifies. |
| Withholding Taxes | N/A | VARIABLE | Payable only if franchisee is obligated by law to withhold non-resident income taxes assessed against PVS and fails to do so. Includes legal and accounting fees. |
| Step-In Management Fee | N/A | VARIABLE | Payable only if franchisee fails to cure default and franchisor appoints management company to run Hospital. Paid directly to management company. |
| Holding Over Fee | 150.0 | PCT | Payable only if franchisee remains in possession of Hospital after Franchise Agreement expires without execution of new agreement. |
| Estoppel Certificate | 250.0 | FIXED | Payable only for second or subsequent estoppel certificate requested during any 365-day period. Certificate certifies Franchise Agreement status, payment dates, default status, Commencement Date, and Extension Periods exercised. |
| Prevailing Party Fees | N/A | VARIABLE | Payable if PVS is the prevailing party in trial or other dispute resolution proceeding. |
Category
Pet Services
Franchise Score
out of 100
PetSmart Veterinary Services operates in-store veterinary clinics providing preventive care, vaccinations, and basic medical services for pets. The company offers convenient, accessible veterinary care integrated within PetSmart retail locations.
Avg. Annual Closure Rate
24.3%
Elevated risk — above industry average
Net Unit Growth
+38 units
From 2022 to 2024
| Year | Start | Opened | Closed | Transfers | End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | +11 | — | — | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 | +33 | -1 | — | 38 |
| 2024 | 38 | +15 | -15 | — | 38 |
Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the PetSmart Veterinary Services franchise opportunity:
Overall Score
44/100
Moderate opportunity
Est. Payback Period
N/A
Insufficient data
Risk Level
High
24.3% annual closure rate
PetSmart Veterinary Services 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.
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