Franchise Information


Who are the Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service?

The Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service is the No. 1 Mobile Dog grooming business in the Republic of Ireland. We currently have Franchisees in the following areas: Dublin North, Dublin South & South West, Cork, Carlow, Waterford & Westmeath & Offaly. We can provide you with a proven business opportunity which has been tried, tested and in operation since 1998.
“Having started in the business as a Franchisee myself, before I took over the role of Master Franchisee for the Republic of Ireland at the beginning of 2007, I have the know-how to help you make your business a success.” Rita Roberts, Master Franchisee

Our Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming system and equipment have been specially designed to reflect both the operational demands of our franchisees and the growing need for a professional quality service from dog owners.

The company offers mobile dog wash & grooming service franchises to clients who wish to take advantage of our franchise concept. The company's mission is to grow its market share of franchise areas for its mobile dog wash & grooming services to both commercial and domestic customers, by focusing on the continued expansion of business opportunities in order to meet the needs of the expanding dog wash & grooming service market.

The washing & grooming system is low-tech and simple to use once the proper training has been received. The business system is simple and easily managed by entrepreneurs that like working with dogs and who want a small or large business area.

We already have in place materials and products that have been tried and tested extensively to make sure they are not only kind to the dog, but they are safe to use.

Our company name and brand is recognised nationally as the leader in this particular field and we are known and recommended by many local dog owners, carers, pet shops and vet surgeries. This national recognition ensures that our franchisees are in an enviable position to exploit their particular area.

 

Who Are The Customers?

With one in ten households owning a dog nationally, that is a market of tens of thousands of homes with thousands of dogs. We can help you tap into this huge market huge both locally and nationally. Currently the pet industry in Ireland is worth in excess of €380 million euro.

The market continues to grow as more and more households own more dogs in cities as well towns throughout the country, particularly as more dog owners realise the huge benefits to them of having their dog washed and groomed regularly. The company can show you, and help you, to get into this very large market by targeting householders and businesses in your business area.

 

Why is there such a great need for the service?

The Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service is increasingly in demand with higher hygiene standards being demanded by households, kennels and vets. Our state of the art mobile washing & grooming system is available to meet this growing business opportunity. This is a multi-million euro business that thousands of dog owners will welcome.

Once the service is seen in your locality, dog owners will not be able to resist the service. Our franchisees offer a professional and convenient washing & grooming service to meet the needs of the modern hygiene conscious family who find it difficult and time consuming to carry out this essential service to keep their dog clean and healthy.

 

What Training And Support Will They Offer Me?

The package includes full and comprehensive training from experienced trainers. The training will provide you with a National Open College Network Level 3 Dog Grooming Business Start Certificate.

The training programme consists of:

  • 2 weeks residential washing & grooming training at our grooming school, which includes the following:
    • Grooming of common pet breeds
    • Micro-chipping
    • CPR
    • First Aid
    • Business management: record cards, dealing with customers, basic accounts, pricing, and equipment maintenance.
  • 1 week practical training on board one of our vehicles.

 

What can Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service Offer Franchisees?

The Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service makes buying a franchise a real and simple pleasure, in order to turn your idea of you becoming your own manager into a reality.

The offer is a unique business opportunity, which includes a comprehensive package of equipment, supplies, training and support to help make you and your business a success.

  • Grooming training including Micro-chipping, CPR, and First Aid
  • Start up Kit
  • Work wear
  • 10,000 Leaflets, 500 business cards, and appointment cards
  • Notes from the Grooming Table manual
  • Lo-call business number
  • Email account
  • Web page with your details on business website
  • Advert in local newspaper
  • Price List
  • Advice on purchasing a suitable van
  • Large exclusive area to operate three vehicles
  • Use of business name
  • 12 month public liability insurance
  • State of the art, fully fitted vehicle conversion
  • Marketing assistance from someone who has been in the position of a Franchisee and knows what is needed in order to succeed
  • Technical back up
  • Presence on other website which increases our Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
  • Information on how to keep overheads to a minimum.
  • Generous supplier discounts on grooming products and accessories

 

                                 

 

Benefits of Becoming a Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service Franchisee:

  • Buying into a business which already has a proven track record
  • Working hours that suits you
  • Discounted supplier prices
  • Network support
  • Being part of a team
  • Assistance in the best ways to develop your business
  • Low overheads

 

What is the cost of a Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service Franchise?

Cost of Franchise is just €13,050 (VAT included)

  

Where Is The Company Going In The Future?

We are constantly looking at ways to improve our equipment and vehicles. To this end, we have recently updated the equipment and conversions of our vehicles. We are also always interested in finding new ways for not only ways to add value to the business, but to find ways in which franchisees can increase their income. With the recent changes in the law with regards to micro-chipping, franchisees will receive a recognised qualification as part of their grooming training. This means that franchisees have an add-on service which they can offer their customers.

 

Further Information

 

If you would like further information, please complete the online Enquiry form on the Contacts page or email: franchise@mobiledogwash.ie or contact Rita Roberts on 087 900 7219.