Nature's Pet franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Nature's Pet franchise fee is $39,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $347,000 to $530,000, 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 Nature's Pet FDD.
What are the Nature's Pet franchise fees and investment?
The Nature's Pet franchise requires a franchise fee of $39,500 and a total initial investment of $347,000 to $530,000. 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) | $39,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $347,000 to $530,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 66 |
| Industry | Pet |
| Headquarters | Wenatchee, Washington |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Nature's Pet investment compare with other pet franchises?
Nature's Pet's minimum investment of $347,000 is above the median minimum investment of $206,930 across the 91 pet franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 29 of the other 90 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $39,500 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Nature's Pet belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Nature's Pet FDD?
Verify six parts of the Nature's Pet 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 Nature's Pet 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 Nature's Pet?
These pet franchises have the closest minimum investment to Nature's Pet:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Scoop Brothers | $50,000 | $348,487 to $797,332 |
| The Ark Pet Spa & Hotel | $37,125 to $49,500 | $353,595 to $870,833 |
| Off-Leash K9 | $48,500 | $338,000 to $521,000 |
| Dogdrop | $12,000 | $360,800 to $650,160 |
| Scenthound | $49,900 | $328,099 to $549,869 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Nature's Pet franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Nature's Pet franchise ranges from $347,000 to $530,000, including a franchise fee of $39,500, 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 Nature's Pet franchise?
Nature's Pet 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 Nature's Pet locations are there?
Nature's Pet reported 66 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 Nature's Pet been franchising?
Nature's Pet started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Nature's Pet and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nature's Pet. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.