Dog Haus franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Dog Haus franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $668,412 to $1,340,300, with about $165,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Dog Haus FDD.
What are the Dog Haus franchise fees and investment?
The Dog Haus franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $668,412 to $1,340,300. 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) | $668,412 to $1,340,300 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $165,000 |
| US locations | 59 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Hot Dog) |
| Headquarters | Pasadena, California |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Dog Haus investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Dog Haus's minimum investment of $668,412 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 227 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Dog Haus belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Dog Haus FDD?
Verify six parts of the Dog Haus 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 Dog Haus 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 Dog Haus?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Dog Haus:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Noodles And Company | $35,000 | $669,000 to $1,412,000 |
| I Scream Gelato | $30,000 | $669,200 to $1,020,500 |
| Nothing Bundt Cakes | $45,000 | $667,100 to $906,500 |
| Blaze Pizza | $30,000 | $666,900 to $1,143,000 |
| Asian Chao | $30,000 | $670,000 to $1,270,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dog Haus franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Dog Haus franchise ranges from $668,412 to $1,340,300, 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 Dog Haus franchise?
Dog Haus lists a minimum of about $165,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Dog Haus locations are there?
Dog Haus reported 59 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 Dog Haus been franchising?
Dog Haus started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Dog Haus and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dog Haus. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.