GROOMBAR franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The GROOMBAR franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $298,950 to $675,000, with about $80,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the GROOMBAR FDD.
What are the GROOMBAR franchise fees and investment?
The GROOMBAR franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $298,950 to $675,000. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $298,950 to $675,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 7 |
| Industry | Pet |
| Headquarters | Not reported |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Franchising since | 2023 |
How does the GROOMBAR investment compare with other pet franchises?
GROOMBAR's minimum investment of $298,950 is above the median minimum investment of $206,930 across the 91 pet franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 36 of the other 90 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, GROOMBAR belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the GROOMBAR FDD?
Verify six parts of the GROOMBAR 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 GROOMBAR 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 GROOMBAR?
These pet franchises have the closest minimum investment to GROOMBAR:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique | $60,000 | $296,880 to $453,420 |
| Top Tier k9 | $29,500 | $305,500 to $542,000 |
| Pet Passages | $55,000 to $95,000 | $289,662 to $516,727 |
| PetWellClinic | $49,250 | $286,450 to $498,450 |
| Playful Pack | $60,000 | $286,250 to $489,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a GROOMBAR franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a GROOMBAR franchise ranges from $298,950 to $675,000, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 GROOMBAR franchise?
GROOMBAR lists a minimum of about $80,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many GROOMBAR locations are there?
GROOMBAR reported 7 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 GROOMBAR been franchising?
GROOMBAR started offering franchises in 2023 after the company was founded in 2023.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. GROOMBAR and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by GROOMBAR. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.