WOOF! Uh-huh. And How Did That Make You Feel? WOOF!

Some people just have a knack for understanding and empathizing with animals. It’s a gift that shouldn’t go unused. That gift, a love of dogs, and a genuine desire to help, are about all you need to open a successful franchise that shows both owners and dogs not only how get along better , but gives you a rewarding sense of having done some good in the world. Becoming a pet and owner trainer/communications therapist isn’t that difficult to learn how to do. This field-leading franchising firm provides you with a comprehensive hands-on education in how to train dogs—along with a wealth of practical knowledge about how to successfully operate a dog training business. Their U.S. presence has grown exponentially and they’re eagerly seeking new franchisees for hundreds of untapped U.S. markets. 

Peter Casey Franchising Consultant 

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Bark Busters Home Dog Training: Helping Man’s Best Friend—As Well As His Caregiver 

Developed in Australia, Bark Busters dog-friendly training techniques leverage the same communications methods—body language and voice control—that dogs follow as part of their instinctual pack mentality. 

These simple, all-natural training methods appeal to the canine psyche, making the training relatively easy and effective with any dog, any age, including puppies. All dog and client training takes place in the client’s home, which takes advantage of the dog’s comfort zone and everyday environment.  The training works to enhance the human-canine bond so that—once the training is done—every client caregiver knows how to apply the principles of canine communication and every dog is well trained and feels safe and loved.

Bark Busters is the world’s largest dog training company, and the undisputed leader of the pack in the pet services industry. Their unique training is the brainchild of two world-renowned grand master dog trainers. Named “Best of the Best” by the SPCA International (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, a leading animal protection organization.), Bark Busters’ approach to dog training has proven successful worldwide. Their techniques have been used to train more dogs in more countries than any other training method—over 400,000 dogs worldwide.

Bark Busters’ goal is to put a Bark Busters Home Dog Training therapist in every American neighborhood. With over 250 well-established and successful U.S. franchisees in just four short years, they’re well on track to make that goal a reality. 

This remarkable growth offers a tremendous opportunity for franchisees, both now and in the future. Pet ownership, and the demand for high quality pet services, is expected to continue its rise. That means there is great potential for Bark Busters franchise owners who “seize the day” and get in now. 

If you’re looking for an excellent company providing a unique top-notch service in a recession-proof multi-billion dollar industry, this is it.

Moderate-risk, Steady-Growth, Strong Cash Flow, Low Investment Requirement. What’s not to like about this business?

Personal care businesses of one kind or another—gyms, spas, hair care, etc.—have become profitable franchise opportunities over the last decade. Despite the recession, many niches in this field continue to report phenomenal growth. Indeed, some franchisees have found one location for a franchise so profitable that they’ve often opened up the same franchise brand in other locations. The story below tells you about one such franchise opportunity that’s particularly suited to entrepreneurship—offering a moderate-risk, steady-growth business at a relatively modest investment requirement that has a proven record for delivering a very strong cash flow.

Peter Casey

Franchising Consultant 

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A Premier Franchising Opportunity: Great Clips

Established in 1982, Great Clips is the largest hair care brand in the industry, with over 2,700 salons located in the strip malls of 140 markets across the country. Entrepreneur magazine ranks Great Clips as one of the Fastest Growing franchises and one of America’s Top Global Franchises for 2009.

At Great Clips salons no appointments are necessary for men, women, and children to get haircuts and perms at competitive prices. These services are provided by professional licensed stylists with advanced training from one of 60 Great Clips training centers.

The business case is compelling. When you become a Great Clips franchise owner you join a firm that boasts a 25 year positive track record, believes in manager-run stores, provides the training and guidance to help you get started—and encourages multiple-location strategies for those managers who want to expand their operations.

What’s more, Great Clips helps franchisees in finding and securing a quality site. Over the decades, GC has developed a commercial real estate expertise surpassed by none, and actively supported that expertise by building solid relationships with local and national real estate developers, managers, and landlords. Great Clips strongly believes assisting franchisees in the selection of location is a primary reason why Great Clips is one of the fastest growing franchisors in North America.

Recruiting and retaining staff is one of the most important aspects of our business. Great Clips prides itself on the quality relationships it has with industry leaders. Great Clips reviews this critical area with franchisees, showing new owners proven recruiting strategies and tools that has given Great Clips the cutting edge over other salons.

The power of a national brand is behind you when you become a Great Clips franchisee. From customized grand opening plans developed by your Marketing Manager to Great Clips NASCAR sponsorship, Great Clips is committed to building the brand on a local and national level—and making sure that your location and services are known throughout your community.

And at the core of Great Clips’ operating systems is one of the most sophisticated proprietary computer business systems to be found anywhere. You learn how Great Clips’ point-of sale system tracks everything from detailed sales and customer count data to staffing schedules. You’ll also discover how field staff network—backed up by over 60 local training centers—can help you achieve operational excellence.