DoodyCalls

Launch your low-cost pet waste management business with proven systems and recurring revenue model. DoodyCalls franchisees serve residential and commercial clients in essential service addressing environmental and health concerns. Join entrepreneurs capturing growth in $3.5 billion industry with recession-resistant demand!

DoodyCalls at a Glance:

• Industry Leader: Ranked #1 in Entrepreneur’s 2023 Franchise 500 as Best Pet Waste Removal Franchise in United States
• Low Investment: $76,450-$93,850 total investment with $39,900 franchise fee – significantly lower than most franchise opportunities
• Strong Revenue Performance: $400,351 average gross revenue per franchisee with $234,689 average per territory (2024 fiscal year)
• Massive Market: 65 million U.S. households owning dogs in $3.5 billion pet waste management industry growing annually
• Recurring Revenue Model: Multiple income streams from residential services, commercial contracts, waste station installation, and supply sales
• 20+ Years Proven: Operating since 2002 with presence in 25 states and 60+ years combined leadership team experience

About DoodyCalls

Industry Foundation: Founded in 2000 by Jacob D’Aniello after recognizing marketplace need for professional pet waste management services, DoodyCalls began operations in 2002 establishing headquarters in Washington DC area. For over 20 years, we’ve provided exceptional pet waste management services in eco-conscious and sustainable way, responding to popular community demand as pet ownership increased and homeowners and commercial landlords desperately needed service to clean and sanitize outdoor spaces.

Mission & Values: Founded on principle that animal waste is damaging to environment, toxic to human health, and must be removed, DoodyCalls operates as essential in-demand service making communities more enjoyable places to live. Our vision provides world-class experiences to franchise owners and customers through vast range of equipment, tools, resources, and support creating positive community impact, providing stability and proven systems serious entrepreneurs need to succeed in recession-resistant $3.5 billion pet waste management industry serving 65 million dog-owning households.

Why Franchise With DoodyCalls?

Our proven business model delivers exceptional results for franchisees while providing essential pet waste management services to communities nationwide.

• Recession-Resistant Essential Service: Dogs never stop pooping regardless of economic conditions creating consistent demand for removal services addressing environmental and health concerns
• Low-Cost High-Reward Opportunity: $76K-$94K total investment versus typical franchise costs with simple business model allowing quick start-up and results achievement
• Multiple Revenue Streams: Residential pet waste removal, commercial animal waste sanitation, pet waste station installation, and clean-up supply sales diversifying income
• Quick Launch Timeline: 2-4 months from signing franchise agreement to opening with perfected launch process and established systems for variety of markets
• Brand Recognition Advantage: Presence in 25 states with highly recognizable branded vehicles and uniformed technicians creating welcome community addition and customer trust
• Comprehensive Support System: In-depth training, powerful marketing strategies, expert coaching, established systems, and proprietary PoopNet operations software access

Success Stories

Proven Revenue Performance: In 2020, 46% of franchisees attained or exceeded average gross sales of $443,454 demonstrating achievable success benchmarks across franchise system.

Top Performer Validation: In 2020, top-performing franchisee achieved revenues of $1,279,771 showing scalability potential for ambitious operators in growing markets.

Average Franchise Performance: Average gross revenue per franchisee for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024 was $400,351 with $234,689 average per territory, validating business model profitability.

Three Primary Reasons DoodyCalls Works

Universal Problem: Picking up dog poop is annoying. U.S. is home to millions of dog owners, and we can confidently say nearly none of them enjoy cleaning up after their pups. That’s where DoodyCalls steps in.

Recurring Demand: Picking up poop is recurring problem. No matter what, dogs are never going to stop pooping. Many dogs poop several times a day. So it’s safe to say this problem is never going away – so neither are we.

Community Solution: Picking up poop – or not picking it up – is community problem. Many shared spaces in both large cities and smaller towns have same problem: residents who won’t clean up after their pets. DoodyCalls offers commercial and community solutions.

Training & Support

DoodyCalls’ comprehensive support system ensures franchisee success from launch through ongoing operations and territory expansion.

• Poop School Training: Unique 43+ hours training program enabling all franchise owners to become industry experts through classroom instruction, hands-on field experience, and online resources
• Operations Software Access: Proprietary PoopNet operations software streamlining business management, scheduling, customer communication, and performance tracking
• Marketing and Sales Support: Strong local marketing with highly recognizable branded vehicles, uniformed technicians, plus online marketing support launching digital campaigns and innovative lead-generation
• Expert Coaching and Planning: Experienced franchise operations team providing ongoing guidance, strategic planning assistance, and continuous improvement support throughout business lifecycle
• Launch Support: Perfected process for launching new franchises in variety of markets with assistance obtaining permits, licenses, equipment, and supplies
• Owner Network Access: Support from DoodyCalls staff and owner network providing peer guidance, best practice sharing, and collaborative problem-solving throughout franchise relationship

ABF Exclusive Insights

Market Analysis: Pet waste management representing $3.5 billion industry growing annually with 65 million U.S. households owning dogs (number expected to increase). ABF research shows animal waste damage to environment and toxicity to human health creating essential service demand regardless of economic conditions.

Competitive Advantage: DoodyCalls’ 20+ years experience, #1 Entrepreneur ranking, branded vehicles creating instant recognition, and proprietary PoopNet software create operational advantages independent operators and newer competitors cannot replicate without years of development.

ABF Investment Tip: Enter now with proven low-cost model – $76K-$94K investment is fraction of typical franchise costs while serving recession-resistant essential service in growing industry. Quick 2-4 month launch timeline accelerates revenue generation and ROI achievement.

Multiple Ways to Earn Revenue

Four-Stream Income Model: DoodyCalls franchisees benefit from diversified revenue sources creating stability and growth potential:

• Residential Pet Waste Removal Services: Scheduled recurring services for homeowners creating predictable monthly income from loyal customer base
• Commercial Animal Waste Sanitation: Contracts with apartments, condominiums, HOAs, and businesses requiring ongoing waste management services
• Pet Waste Station Installation: Equipment installation for commercial properties, parks, and communities creating upfront revenue and ongoing service opportunities
• Pet Clean-Up Supplies: Retail sales of bags, disposal equipment, and sanitation products to residential and commercial customers

Industry Facts & Market Opportunity

Massive Addressable Market: 65 million households in United States have at least one dog, and that number expected to increase in upcoming years creating expanding customer base.

Essential Service Demand: With increase in pet ownership comes increase in pet waste. Animal waste is damaging to environment, toxic to human health, and must be removed making pet waste management essential and in-demand service.

Recession-Resistant Business: As franchise owner, you can be solution for your community and scoop up success with recession-resistant business serving fundamental need regardless of economic conditions.

Growing Industry: $3.5 billion dollar industry growing every year provides business with significant growth potential and expanding opportunity for entrepreneurs.

Our Ideal Franchisee Candidate

Values & Motivation: DoodyCalls seeks community-oriented entrepreneurs passionate about solving environmental and health problems while building recession-resistant businesses. You’re motivated by providing essential services making communities more enjoyable places to live while creating profitable low-cost venture with recurring revenue. Pet waste management or dog ownership experience not required – we value business acumen, customer service focus, and desire to make positive community impact over industry background.

Fit Indicators: You appreciate simple business models and low-cost entry opportunities. If you’re seeking recession-resistant business with quick 2-4 month launch, recurring revenue from multiple streams, #1 industry ranking, comprehensive training (43+ hours Poop School), proprietary software support, and positioning in $3.5 billion growing industry serving 65 million dog-owning households, DoodyCalls offers perfect combination of proven systems, affordable investment, and essential service demand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need prior waste management experience? A: No – prior waste management experience not needed. Some of our most successful franchise owners never even owned a dog before! Our operations and support teams are experts in supporting new franchise owners regardless of backgrounds through 43+ hours Poop School training.

Q: How will I find customers? A: Opportunity is all around you. Highly recognizable branded vehicles and uniformed technicians make DoodyCalls welcome community addition. You’ll receive online marketing support launching digital campaigns, networking effectively, and succeeding in innovative lead-generation methods attracting and retaining ideal customers.

Q: What is the average return on investment? A: Average gross revenue per franchisee for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024 was $400,351 with $234,689 average per territory. Individual results may differ. See Item 19 of Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Q: How long does it take to launch? A: Approximately 2-4 months after signing Franchise Agreement depending on your ability to obtain necessary permits, licenses, equipment, and supplies. We’ve perfected launch process over 20+ years for variety of markets.

Q: What makes DoodyCalls different from independent operators? A: 20+ years proven systems, #1 Entrepreneur ranking, branded vehicles creating instant recognition, proprietary PoopNet software, 43+ hours training, ongoing support, and established marketing strategies independent operators spend years developing.

Investment Requirements & Discounts

Total Investment: $76,450 – $93,850

Investment Breakdown:

• Franchise Fee: $39,900
• Business Outfitting Fee: $3,000
• Equipment: $100 – $250
• Business Licenses: $100 – $500
• Insurance: $500 – $4,000
• Signage: $1,500 – $2,600
• Vehicle: $0 – $2,600
• Start-up Supplies: $500 – $1,000
• Advertising: $6,000
• Computer Systems: $800 – $2,000
• Legal and Accounting Fees: $500 – $1,500
• Initial Training Expenses: $750 – $1,500
• Additional Funds (6 months): $22,500 – $27,500

Financial Requirements:

• Minimum Liquid Capital: $49,000 (or $25,000 if using third-party financing)

Performance Benchmarks (2024):

• Average Gross Revenue Per Franchisee: $400,351
• Average Gross Revenue Per Territory: $234,689

Available Discounts:

Veterans Discount: 30% reduction in franchise fee for honorably discharged veterans of American and Canadian armed forces (first franchise only) through IFA VetFran® Program

Diversity Discount: $5,000 reduction in total cumulative franchise fee for minority-owned and women-owned businesses (first franchise only)

Additional Territory Discounts:

• Second Territory: $29,900 (Total Cumulative: $69,800)
• Third and Subsequent: $27,930 each (Total Cumulative: $97,730 + $27,930 per additional)

Next Steps

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This profile represents general franchise information. Individual results may vary. Consult the Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.