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DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming

DapperTails is a fast-scaling, mobile pet grooming franchise built by groomers for groomers, offering a proven, turnkey system with custom vans, AI-powered support, and real operational expertise for entrepreneurs ready to dominate their market.

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DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

DapperTails was founded in 2017 with a bold mission - to elevate mobile pet grooming into a premium, professional, and scalable experience. What began with a single van has exploded into a powerhouse brand with 20 company-owned outlets operating across five states, making us the largest operator-led mobile grooming company in the country. We didn't just build a franchise - we proved the model works ourselves, city by city, van by van, before offering it to others.

What truly sets DapperTails apart is our ownership-backed expertise and our world-class mobile grooming vans. While most brands rely entirely on franchisees, we operate and own our own fleet - giving us firsthand insight into what works. Our vans are custom-built by a conversion company with over 50 years in the industry, delivering state-of-the-art, eco-friendly, green-powered units designed for efficiency, safety, and comfort. These aren't just grooming vans - they're mobile luxury spas engineered to perform.

Franchisees and groomers alike gain access to our Master Grooming Training Program - a weeklong, hands-on intensive at our New York headquarters. This is where the DapperTails magic happens. Groomers learn our signature techniques, van operations, client engagement strategies, and how to uphold our five-star brand reputation. Owners learn leadership, business management, and the DapperTails systems that drive serious results. We don't just hand you a van and wish you luck - we launch you with precision and purpose.

We're also proud to be recognized as leaders and coaches within the grooming world. Over the last eight years, we've built one of the largest and most respected private grooming networks in the country, now 4000+ members strong. This community gives our franchisees a direct pipeline to talent, insider industry trends, and a level of support and credibility that no one else in the franchise space can offer. When you partner with DapperTails, you join a movement that's already thriving.

This is a business built for dreamers who take action. If you're a pet lover, entrepreneur, or career-shifter looking to build something real, scalable, and backed by people who've done it themselves - DapperTails is your opportunity. Our systems are proven. Our support is unmatched. Our vans are best-in-class. And our momentum is undeniable. Your market is waiting. Let's go.

Company Details

Established: 2017
First Unit Franchised: 2025
Franchised Units: 7
Company Owned Units: 25
States Registered In: Alabama - AL, Alaska - AK, Arizona - AZ, Colorado - CO, Connecticut - CT, Delaware - DE, Florida - FL, Georgia - GA, Illinois - IL, Indiana - IN, Iowa - IA, Kansas - KS, Kentucky - KY, Louisiana - LA, Maryland - MD, Massachusetts - MA, Michigan - MI, Minnesota - MN, Mississippi - MS, Missouri - MO, Montana - MT, Nevada - NV, New Jersey - NJ, New Mexico - NM, New York - NY, North Carolina - NC, North Dakota - ND, Ohio - OH, Oklahoma - OK, Oregon - OR, Pennsylvania - PA, Rhode Island - RI, South Carolina - SC, South Dakota - SD, Tennessee - TN, Texas - TX, Utah - UT, Vermont - VT, Virginia - VA, Washington - WA, West Virginia - WV, Wisconsin - WI, Wyoming - WY
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Specify: Will make payments on the franchise fee.

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: Our map tool will help determine territory and census report

Lease Negotiation Assistance: No

Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Specify: Eight years ago, we built what has become one of the most influential private networks in the grooming industry - a nationwide community of over 4500 professional groomers. What started as a grassroots effort to connect, collaborate, and support one another has grown into a powerful engine for referrals, recruiting, and industry insight. This network gives DapperTails franchisees a unique edge - access to trusted talent, real-time trends, and a built-in support system that no other franchise brand can offer. When you join DapperTails, you don't just get a business - you gain the backing of a coast-to-coast community that's changing the face of grooming together. Eight years ago, we built what has become one of the most influential private networks in the grooming industry - a nationwide community of over 4500 professional groomers. What started as a grassroots effort to connect, collaborate, and support one another has grown into a powerful engine for referrals, recruiting, and industry insight. This network gives DapperTails franchisees a unique edge - access to trusted talent, real-time trends, and a built-in support system that no other franchise brand can offer. When you join DapperTails, you don't just get a business - you gain the backing of a coast-to-coast community that's changing the face of grooming together.

Co-operative Advertising: No

Training:
Every DapperTails franchisee gets access to our elite, weeklong Master Grooming Training Program at our national headquarters - the gold standard in mobile grooming education. This immersive experience is led by our top-tier educators and grooming experts, including Emily Elias, who brings over 15 years of industry experience. During this intensive training, groomers learn our signature techniques, client communication standards, van operations, and the DapperTails way of delivering five-star service on wheels.

But it's more than just grooming - it's a deep dive into the culture, systems, and secrets that built our company-owned success across five states. Franchise owners also attend for leadership coaching, business strategy, and a full breakdown of how to manage, scale, and grow with confidence. This isn't cookie-cutter training - this is the masterclass that turns good groomers into great ones and turns new franchisees into industry leaders.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise.

What does a DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise Cost?

DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $103,000 - $242,000
Total Investment: $103,500 - $242,000
Minimum Net Worth: $300,000
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $50,000
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: $40,000
Royalty: 7%
Ad Fee: $400 monthly marketing fee
Other Fees: 2% branding national 
Average Number of Employees: 1-2
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes

Specify: DapperTails is the ultimate semi-passive franchise for entrepreneurs who want to scale without being stuck in the day-to-day grind. Our proven model is built for owners who want to oversee growth from a leadership level while their team handles the operations. With over 20 company-owned units across five states, we've dialed in every part of the business - from scheduling and customer service to marketing and support - so you can focus on growth, strategy, and building your team. You don't need grooming experience. You need vision.

Our system supports semi-passive owners through an AI-powered call center, automated client follow-ups, and in-house lead generation - so the backend runs smoothly without you in the van. You'll hire and manage a groomer or team, while we help keep their schedule full and the brand running like a machine. Whether you're launching one van or looking to scale a fleet, DapperTails gives you the infrastructure, reputation, and resources to grow fast - without burning out.
Home-Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes($5,000)

Is DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming a Home Based franchise?

Yes. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming is a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchisees make. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Looking for International franchisees?

No. DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Pet Related, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

20-50 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

Yes

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchises for sale. We may have DapperTails Mobile Pet Grooming franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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