16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a EarthWise Pet franchise ranges from $487K to $863K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for EarthWise Pet is $45K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the EarthWise Pet 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, EarthWise Pet does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisEarthWise Pet charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a EarthWise Pet franchise is approximately 6.5% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.5% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $500/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisEarthWise Pet has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the EarthWise Pet franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisEarthWise Pet offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisEarthWise Pet currently operates 165 locations (2025 FDD) (107 franchised, 58 company-owned). The system contracted by 2.4% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 3.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for EarthWise Pet is 8.9% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAccording to the EarthWise Pet FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $482K (average: $545K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for EarthWise Pet is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisEarthWise Pet's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 30 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, EarthWise Pet's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisEarthWise Pet provides 120 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, EarthWise Pet provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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