Bark Busters
Date of Incorporation: 2001
Franchising Since: 2001
U.S Headquarters: Englewood, Colorado
Country of Origin: Australia
Description: Dingo Enterprises assigned its Master License to offer Bark Busters franchises in the United States to Dingo, Inc. in January 2001. Dingo, Inc. is the exclusive Franchisor of Bark Busters Franchises in the United States. Dingo, Inc. grants franchises for the operation of businesses which provide dog obedience and behavioral training, related pet education and support services, and the sale of related pet care products.
Franchise Offer: Dingo, Inc. is offering Bark Busters franchises which enable franchisees to provide dog behavioral therapy, obedience training and support services in the comfort of their customers' homes, to offer group obedience courses and puppy training at veterinary and pet store outlets, to sell certain pet care products, and to educate their customers regarding dog psychology
Financial Assistance: Neither Dingo, Inc. nor any agent or affiliate of theirs currently offers direct or indirect financing. Dingo, Inc. does not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation. Dingo, Inc. may offer financing or assist franchisees in obtaining financing in the future.
Training and Assistance: Franchisees must attend and successfully complete the initial training program to the franchisor’s satisfaction. Dingo, Inc. will conduct initial training, which currently consists of 186 total training hours, including 83 hours of remote training. After completion of the training session, training and assistance will be limited to telephone assistance and on-site assistance if required.
Territory: The franchisee will receive an exclusive territory in which to offer dog training, obedience, and therapy services, and to sell Bark Busters Products directly to dog training clients and veterinarians. Dingo, Inc. offers two types of Territories: Full Market Territories and Small Market Territories. The boundaries of a full market territory will be delineated by ZIP codes, and based on a population of approximately 36,000 to 38,000 dogs. The boundaries of a Small Market Territory will be delineated by zip codes, and based on a population of fewer than 36,000 dogs.
Term of Agreement and Renewal: The term of the franchise agreement is five years with an option to renew for an additional five years if the franchisee satisfies the pre-conditions to obtaining a Successor Franchise.
Obligations and Restrictions: The franchisee must directly supervise and participate full time in the actual operation of the Bark Busters Business, and devote at least five days per week throughout the year (minus vacation time) to the operation of the Bark Busters Business. The franchisee must offer and sell only the Bark Busters Products and the Bark Busters Services that the franchisor has approved.
Total Number of Units: 368 franchise locations worldwide.
Investment Tables:
Initial Investment:
Full Market Territory
| Name of Fee | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $37,500 | $37,500 |
| Training and Territory Fee | $19,500 | $19,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses for Training | $1,800 | $3,000 |
| Start-up Advertising and Promotion Package | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Start-up promotional materials | $1,600 | $2,600 |
| Public Relations | $800 | $1,000 |
| Insurance | $900 | $2,000 |
| Inventory and Supplies | $1,000 | $2,900 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $17,000 |
| Tools and Equipment | $500 | $4,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $3,000 | $4,600 |
| Total | $69,100 | $97,100 |
Small Market Territory
| Name of Fee | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Reduced Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Training and Territory Fee | $19,500 | $19,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses for Training | $1,800 | $3,000 |
| Tools and Equipment | $500 | $4,500 |
| Start-up Advertising and Promotion Package | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Start-up promotional materials | $1,600 | $2,600 |
| Public Relations | $800 | $1,000 |
| Insurance | $900 | $2,000 |
| Inventory and Supplies | $1,000 | $2,900 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $17,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $3,000 | $4,600 |
| Total | $50,600 | $78,600 |
Ongoing Fees:
| Name of fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Royalty | 8% of Gross Revenues |
| Marketing, Advertising and Promotions Fund Fees | 2% of Gross Revenues |
| Local Advertising Expense | 3% of Gross Revenues |
| Accounting Services Fee | Approximately $15 per month |
| Toll-Free Number Fee | $120 per year |
| Insurance | Cost of insurance |
| Technology Fee | $450 to $800 per year |
| Computer Software and Hardware Upgrades | Cost of computer hardware and software upgrades |
| Ongoing Inventory | Varies based on the franchisee's sales |
| Supplemental Training Fee | Up to $500 per attendee. Franchisees must also pay the travel and accommodation expenses that they and their employees incur in attending Supplemental Training. These costs may range from $500 to $1,500 per person. |
| Annual Conference Fee | Up to $500 per attendee. Franchisees must also pay the travel and accommodation expenses that they and their employees incur in attending the Annual Conference. These costs may range from $500 to $2,500 per person. |
| Local or Regional Seminars, Meetings or Programs | Franchisees must pay their own expenses as well as the expenses their employees incur in attending these meetings. Costs may range from $500 to $2,500 plus an estimated $50 for materials. |
| Additional Training Fee | $5,000 |
| Successor Franchise Fee | $1,500 |
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 to $15,000 |
| Legal Reimbursement Fee | $750 |
| Prospect Generation and Processing Fee | $1,500-52,500 |
| Franchise Broker Resale Commission | Fee will be negotiated with broker |
| Operating Manual Replacement Fee | $500 |
| Additional Assistance | Varies based on need. The estimated range of fees are $0 - $50 per hour plus travel costs. |
| Audit | Cost of audit plus 18% interest on understatement (or the maximum allowed by state law). |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances. |
| Cost of Enforcement or Defense | Will vary under circumstances. |
| Liquidated Damages | $10,000 for each idea, concept, product, process, application, or customer that the franchisor loses as a result of any violation of the Franchise Agreement. |
Date of FDD: 2010
The above information has been compiled from the FDD of Bark Busters along with online sources.
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