Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $198,750 to $378,500, with about $50,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Salty Dawg Pet Salon FDD.
What are the Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise fees and investment?
The Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $198,750 to $378,500. 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) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $198,750 to $378,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $50,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Pet |
| Headquarters | Katy, Texas |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2020 |
How does the Salty Dawg Pet Salon investment compare with other pet franchises?
Salty Dawg Pet Salon's minimum investment of $198,750 is at or below the median minimum investment of $206,930 across the 91 pet franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 47 of the other 90 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Salty Dawg Pet Salon belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Salty Dawg Pet Salon FDD?
Verify six parts of the Salty Dawg Pet Salon 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 Salty Dawg Pet Salon 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 Salty Dawg Pet Salon?
These pet franchises have the closest minimum investment to Salty Dawg Pet Salon:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Bubbly Paws | $44,900 | $197,409 to $370,920 |
| PetSmart Veterinary Services | $10,000 | $206,150 to $316,000 |
| Salty Paws | $35,000 | $206,930 to $368,500 |
| Ben's Barketplace | $45,000 | $189,800 to $350,500 |
| Woof Gang Bakery | $49,900 | $184,420 to $506,620 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise ranges from $198,750 to $378,500, including a franchise fee of $49,500, 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 Salty Dawg Pet Salon franchise?
Salty Dawg Pet Salon lists a minimum of about $50,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Salty Dawg Pet Salon locations are there?
Salty Dawg Pet Salon reported 3 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 Salty Dawg Pet Salon been franchising?
Salty Dawg Pet Salon started offering franchises in 2020 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Salty Dawg Pet Salon and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Salty Dawg Pet Salon. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.