Top Pet Retail Franchise Brands Expand Their Industry Pawprint
LIVONIA, Mich., August 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest independent pet franchise in North America with more than 700 stores across the US, and Wag N’ Wash, the emerging self-wash, grooming and natural pet food franchise, is celebrating double-digit growth year-to-date with 41 signed agreements for 71 total stores in both brands. With strong growth numbers, the brands are on a positive path to another record-breaking year.
On the rise of the US pet industry $136 Billion in 2022, Pet Supplies and Wag N’ Wash are poised for continued growth with a turnkey franchise opportunity. Although separate entities, the brands are rooted in and operate from the same proven business model and billion dollar backing of 30+ years of franchise and industry experience.
Year-to-date, Pet Supplies Plus has secured 35 signed agreements to open 61 stores. Included in this spike in store count are additional signed agreements with existing multi-unit franchisee group, AVMH Ventures LLC, which will join the system in 2021. After originally signing on for a five-unit agreement, the group has already purchased 23 additional stores across nine states making their entity the second largest in the system.
“The AVMH Ventures team is a prime example of how owning multiple locations can reap a variety of benefits – from finance to operations,” shared Nick Russo, Chief Development and Stores Officer of Pet Supplies Plus. “Our corporate team provides the blueprint each franchisee needs to find success in their communities, just like AVMH has. We look forward to watching and supporting as they expand their footprint of 28 locations in the coming years. “
While the Pet Supplies Plus brand continues to grow at a rapid pace, Wag N’ Wash is impressive in its growth as an emerging brand.
Since getting the Wag N’ Wash in February 2022, the brand has doubled in number of stores with 25 locations currently open and operating and 40 more in various stages of development. This growth is largely a result of having best-in-class support from Pet Supplies Plus, a proven brand that continues to lead the industry.
“When you have billion-dollar buying power, advanced marketing campaigns, supply chain excellence and a corporate support team of more than 500, you have the ultimate recipe for success,” added Russo. “We have tried and true practices at Pet Supplies Plus from franchise development efforts to supporting our franchise owners and meeting the needs of our neighbors – and we do it well.”
Next on the horizon for Wag N’ Wash is the grand opening of its first location in our home state of Michigan. Serving as a flagship location, this is a significant milestone as it will bring new jobs to the community.
“We hit an impressive growth milestone this year, opening 40 Pet Supplies and Wag N’ Wash stores,” added Russo. “Our goal is to end the year with a total of 60 new Pet Supplies Plus stores and 10 Wag N’ Wash locations. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished year-to-date and I’m confident we’ll continue to stand out brand within franchising and the pet industry.”
Both Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are actively seeking single and multi-unit owners to join their growing families. To learn more about the Pet Supplies Plus franchise opportunity, visit petsuppliesplusfranchising.com. To learn more about the Wag N’ Wash franchise opportunity, visit wagnwashfranchising.com.
About Pet Supplies Plus
Pet Supplies Plus, a subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc., is dedicated to making it easier to get better products and services for your pet. With more than 700 locations in 42 states and counting, the stores have a streamlined design that makes it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural pet foods, goods and services. Additionally, www.petsuppliesplus.com provides neighbors with additional shopping options to better meet their pet-shopping needs. Headquartered in Livonia, MichiganPet Supplies Plus ranked No. 22 in Entrepreneur magazine’s 43rd Annual Franchise 500® list in 2022, and ranked as a Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for the ninth year running for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. For more information on Pet Supplies Plus franchise opportunities, visit www.petsuppliesplusfranchising.com.
About Wag N’ Wash
Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming, a full-line dog grooming and self-wash specialty retail destination, has a mission to recognize, promote and uphold the positive impact companion pets and their people have on one and one. Wag N’ Wash provides full-service grooming, self-wash facilities, baked dog treats, natural foods, supplements, and toys. In 2020, Wag N’ Wash was ranked on Denver Business Journal’s Colorado-Based Franchisors List, Franchise Times Top 200+ List and Included in Franchise Gator’s Top 100 Franchisees List for the third year. Today, there are 25 Wag N’ Wash locations open nationwide. To learn more about Wag N’ Wash, please visit https://www.wagnwashfranchising.com/.
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SOURCE Pet Supplies Plus
