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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 11 MIN

Is this Pet Store Worth the Investment in 2026? (Costs, Sales, & Fees)

from Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast · host Tariq Johnson & Franchise Empire

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan112026Pet Supplies Plus is one of the largest pet store franchises in the U.S, but is it actually a smart investment in 2026? In this video, we break down everything you need to know before buying: the real startup costs, how much their stores make on average, what franchisees are paying in royalties and marketing fees, and whether the sales-to-investment ratio actually adds up. We also cover the brand’s history, ownership changes, and how they compare to other retail franchises. If you're looking at pet franchises or evaluating brick-and-mortar opportunities, watch this before investing.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=FEJan112026🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=FEJan112026------------------Ready to Build Your Empire?🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=FEJan112026💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=FEJan112026------------------Free Resources to Get You Started!Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEJan112026Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEJan112026Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=FEJan112026Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=FEJan112026------------------Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Weekhttps://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=FEJan112026------------------TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro: Why This Franchise Surprised Me0:31 - The Origin of Pet Supplies Plus2:33 - Why the Brand Took Off During COVID3:14 - Unique Features of Their Store Model4:06 - Franchise Fees & Startup Costs5:10 - My Grand Opening Mistake (Don’t Repeat This)6:22 - Royalty and Marketing Fee Breakdown7:18 - The Real Cost of Inventory-Based Businesses8:12 - How Much Pet Supplies Plus Locations Make9:10 - What the Sales-to-Investment Ratio Tells You10:02 - Franchise Profit Margins & Rent Numbers11:06 - Final Thoughts + The Playlist You Should Watch NextMy Most Popular Business Videos:https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUghttps://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60 https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqsLegal stuff we have to say!The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD. Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to

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Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan112026 Pet Supplies Plus is one of the largest pet store franchises in the U.S, but is it actually a smart investment in 2026? In this video, we break down everything you need to know before buying: the real startup costs, how much their stores make on average, what franchisees are paying in royalties and marketing fees, and whether the sales-to-investment ratio actua...

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