Bowie Barker franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Bowie Barker franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $325,250 to $578,000, with about $0 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Bowie Barker FDD.
What are the Bowie Barker franchise fees and investment?
The Bowie Barker franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $325,250 to $578,000. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $325,250 to $578,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $0 |
| US locations | 1 |
| Industry | Pet |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 2022 |
| Franchising since | 2023 |
How does the Bowie Barker investment compare with other pet franchises?
Bowie Barker's minimum investment of $325,250 is above the median minimum investment of $206,930 across the 91 pet franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 32 of the other 90 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Bowie Barker belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Bowie Barker FDD?
Verify six parts of the Bowie Barker Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Bowie Barker discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Bowie Barker?
These pet franchises have the closest minimum investment to Bowie Barker:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Scenthound | $49,900 | $328,099 to $549,869 |
| Zoom Room | $49,500 | $318,500 to $497,050 |
| Petland | $50,000 | $315,500 to $1,080,500 |
| Off-Leash K9 | $48,500 | $338,000 to $521,000 |
| Top Tier k9 | $29,500 | $305,500 to $542,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bowie Barker franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Bowie Barker franchise ranges from $325,250 to $578,000, including a franchise fee of $40,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Bowie Barker franchise?
Bowie Barker lists a minimum of about $0 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Bowie Barker locations are there?
Bowie Barker reported 1 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Bowie Barker been franchising?
Bowie Barker started offering franchises in 2023 after the company was founded in 2022.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Bowie Barker and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bowie Barker. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.