If you are looking for information on the Kennelwood Pet Resorts franchise business opportunity, Kennelwood Pet Resort franchises or Kennelwood Pet Resorts franchising, then you have come to the right place.
Because History Makes a Difference
Kennelwood Pet Resorts have been in business
34 years and have developed system upon system
that taps into add on revenue streams.
We have in many cases developed the service,
tested the products, worked with manufacturers
and have a tried and true model.
This is our business, this is what we do, this is what we love
Kennelwood Pet Resorts provides pets a safe and healthy vacation, but with lots of fun and attention, too. Kennelwood Pet Resorts are full-service facilities offering a wide variety of guest services, including all-suite pet accommodations, award-winning grooming, personalized play time, doggie day camp, and professional training. All Kennelwood Pet Resorts offer pets and their parents a variety of destination choices and accommodations for cats and dogs, constant monitoring of safety and cleanliness.
Kennelwood Pet Resorts strive to provide services designed to:
To add to the complete line of guest services offered at Kennelwood Pet Resorts-and add potential revenue streams-Kennelwood Pet Resorts also offer grooming services, including professional pet styling, our own proprietary SHED-X® Anti-shedding Treatments, premium pet shampoos, HydroSurge® Therapeutic Bathing, dental check-ups and teeth brushing, and healthy skin and coat treatments. Group or individual pet training services can be provided by experienced professionals on your staff of resort attendants. And, you can also sell a variety of retail products, such as pet supplies, beds, collars, leashes, bowls, training equipment, toys, hygiene products, and treats.
Whether customers are pet parents who work full-time, need to travel away from home, or are looking for a day of fun for their pet or professional training services-they demand high quality for their beloved pets. That's why they turn to Kennelwood Pet Resorts time and time again.
With a concept recognized as one of the finest pet resorts in the world, as a Kennelwood Pet Resorts franchise owner you can offer a variety of luxury accommodations for both dogs and cats. Rooms can accommodate even the largest of breeds and also multiple-pet families. You can even provide pet transportation. Accommodation and ancillary services can also be bundled for convenience and saving to customers.
You are sure to provide something to fit anyone's specifications and budget! But more than the convenience, trust, and peace of mind you can offer to pet parents (or "Moms and Dads"), it the pets (their "kids") that really benefit. That's why we say, "The Proof is in the Pulling." Pets enjoy their time spent at Kennelwood Pet Resorts so much that they often pull their parents into Kennelwood on return visits!
Of course, your needs and goals as a business owner are important too. That's why the entire Kennelwood team is committed to providing the training, support, and tools you'll need to run an effective pet care business.
Franchisees receive in depth, thorough training in all aspects of operating a Kennelwood Pet Resort facility. This will take place at our Franchise Support headquarters and corporate facilities in St. Louis, Missouri. In the classroom we will provide instruction on such topics as administrative issues, operational aspects, pet safety, client relations, sales, marketing, human resources and staffing concerns. The on-the-job, hands-on portion of training will have you actively participating in the daily activities at one of our corporate facilities working side-by side with our seasoned managers and staff and let you feel what its like to be at the helm of a Kennelwood Pet Resorts facility.
Pet-related businesses are also among the hottest and fastest growing categories in franchising, according to Entrepreneur Magazine. So it's easy to see why Kennelwood Pet Resorts just makes smart business sense.
A strong consumer market and growing franchise market, plus a premium offering that fits well with today's pet-pampering consumer, means that savvy businesspeople like you- who also appreciate and care for animals-have a perfect opportunity at their fingertips.
If you have a passion for pets, as well as, understanding and respect for the relationship between a pet and their pet parent, and are looking for a fun and exciting, growth oriented business opportunity, Kennelwood Pet Resorts is the right choice for you!
The information presented may have changed since first published. We recommend that you always verify fees, investment amounts and offers with the business opportunity directly prior to making a decision to invest.
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