Dog Training Elite
Pet Services · Pet Training
- Active units
- 395
- Royalty
- 8.0%
Franchised, year-end 2023
of weekly Net Sales
About Dog Training Elite
Dog Training Elite is a renowned brand that specializes in comprehensive dog training programs for all breeds, ages, and sizes. With a team of expert trainers, they offer a wide range of services to address various behaviors and needs of dogs. Their training programs include obedience training, group classes, puppy training, personal protection, anxiety/aggression training, and therapy training. They also provide specialized programs for military and retired veterans, service dog training for various conditions like PTSD, mobility support, medical response, autism support, and diabetic alert. Unlike other competitors, Dog Training Elite sets itself apart by offering a full range of obedience training with both on-leash and off-leash options. They also work with aggressive dogs and do not discriminate by breed. Their services are highly personalized, with in-home visits and specific training sessions to tackle specific issues. At Dog Training Elite, they believe in involving the dog owner in the training process. They emphasize the importance of practice and offer weekly training sessions. They also prioritize making the owner a strong leader of the pack to address behavioral issues effectively. In addition to service dog training, Dog Training Elite also provides personal protection training for dogs with the right temperament. They evaluate dogs for free to determine their suitability for service work or personal protection training. For those interested in availing their services, Dog Training Elite offers a free in-home assessment where their trainers will visit your house, understand the issues you are facing, and provide a demonstration of their training methods. They then discuss the various packages available to meet your dog's specific needs. Consider Dog Training Elite for exceptional dog training and a personalized approach to addressing behavioral issues, ensuring a well-behaved and obedient dog. Contact them today to schedule your free assessment.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$110k
- Additional territories pricing
$40,000 (1st additional), $35,000 (2nd additional), $30,000 each thereafter
- Brand fund
1.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
2.0% of Net Sales
- Veteran discount
10.0% off franchise fee — 10% off the initial franchise fee on the first franchise territory purchase
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2024 filing).
Growth
- Total locations395
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings30
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate8.2%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR64.5%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio30.0×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$188k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate8.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.