Smell that? Opportunity.
It’s more than a pet project. It’s a passion.
Everything to know about opening your own Molly’s franchise.
If you’re an entrepreneur who freakin’ loves dogs and wants to raise the bar for the entire industry, we might just be best friends in the making. We offer our franchisees everything they need to build a legacy of love and care in a booming industry, and have a great time doing it.
Sound good? Fill out an application.
Apply to become a Molly’s Franchisee
It’s a heckin’ good time to be in dog care
Millennials and Gen Z make up 57% of US pet owners.
Number of US households with dogs has increased by 92% from 1996 to 2024
(31.3 million in 1996 to 59.8 million in 2024)
49% of US pet parents say pampering their pet makes them happy
42% of US pet parents say they think of their pet(s) as their kid(s)
Millennials spend more on their pets than previous generations and consider pet parenting an essential part of their daily routine
graph source: petfoodindustry.com
The tools to be a top dog
There’s so much to love about Molly’s Dog Care. We’re here to set you up for success, and there are a number of reasons we stand out from the rest of the pack.
State-of-the-art design
We’re leading the way in safe, engaging, canine-forward design. All of our locations are outfitted with top-of-the-line ventilation, dog-friendly flooring, and sound-proofing that helps us fit right in with Class A mixed-use locations.
A nose for hospitality
A passion for dog care is a must, and we make sure our team is well-trained in canine safety, socialization, and care. But what really makes Molly’s special is our emphasis on hospitality and service for dog parents, too.
Proven systems
We offer Franchisees access to training systems for their staff and digital systems to streamline the customer experience and everyday operations. Plus, our elite real estate and construction connections make builds and expansion a breeze.
First-class branding & marketing
We not only set you up with the systems, facilities, and framework to run a first-class dog care operation, we give you the tools to grow it by reaching out to your community to attract new customers.
How it all works
STEP 1
Introductions
Let’s make sure Molly’s Dog Care is right for you. We’ll give you an overview of expectations, available locations, costs and items, and a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) to help you prepare for your interview. This is also the step where you’ll mark select your territory.
STEP 2
Interviews
Next, we’ll sit down for a face-to-face interview to hear more about you, your experience, your goals, your operations plans, and your vision for the future.
STEP 3
Location Selection
Once you’re on board, you’ll submit a location within your selected territory for approval. If you don’t already have one in mind, our network of national retail brokers can help you find the one that’s right for you.
STEP 4
Onboarding
Once your location is approved, it’s time to sign your Franchise Agreement and pay your fees.
STEP 5
Training
Dogs aren’t the only ones who receive training around here. We’ll make sure you receive all of the training and support you need to set you up for success from day one.
STEP 6
Construction
Time to start building! We’ll help you with the design, necessary permits, and physical construction of your Molly’s location.
STEP 7
Off to the races!
It’s time for your Grand Opening. With everything fully operational, you’ll be all squared away to bring warmer, fuzzier dog care to your neighborhood.
You ready? Let’s talk about it!
Fill out the form below to let us know you’re interested, and we’ll get in touch to answer any questions you may have.