Overall costs for EarthWise Pet Supply run anywhere from $135,000 to $267,000. See how the costs break down and what funding options might be right for your new venture into the franchise foray.
Estimated initial costs
Our cost estimates are accurate as of 2021 from Franchise Direct and include opening fees and expenses only. The location you choose for your EarthWise Pet Supply franchise may result in higher or lower fees.
Franchise fees
EarthWise Pet Supply franchise fees total around $39,500, which is more than the $37,000 average for the 200 largest franchises.
| Initial franchise fee |
$39,500 to $39,500 |
| Royalty |
4% of gross revenue derived from the retail sale of products; 6% of gross revenue derived from pet grooming services; and 12% of gross revenue derived from any other services or means. |
| Estimated total |
$39,500 to $39,500 |
Equipment fees
Equipment fees total $54,250 for EarthWise Pet Supply. This is less than the $180,023 average for the top 200 franchises.
| Furnishings, fixtures and equipment |
$20,000 to $60,000 |
| Security system |
$500 to $3,000 |
| Signage |
$5,000 to $20,000 |
| Estimated total |
$25,500 to $83,000 |
Training fees
EarthWise Pet Supply initial training costs total $23,500 — more than the nationwide average of $9,788.
| Initial training fee |
$19,500 to $19,500 |
| Travel and living expenses while training |
$500 to $7,500 |
| Estimated total |
$20,000 to $27,000 |
Marketing costs
Advertisement and marketing costs total up to $16,500 for EarthWise Pet Supply, which is more than the nationwide average of $9,938.
| Grand opening advertising |
$9,000 to $24,000 |
| Estimated total |
$9,000 to $24,000 |
Other expenses
Miscellaneous expenses for EarthWise Pet Supply total $67,250 — less than the nationwide average of $69,970.
| Three months' additional funds |
$41,000 to $93,500 |
| Estimated total |
$41,000 to $93,500 |
All costs were found using the 200 largest franchises nationwide using Franchise Direct's list of more than 300 franchises, and are accurate as of 2021.
How to finance
Since the estimated total for EarthWise Pet Supply is on the more costly side, we recommend following these steps to get fully financed:
- Go to the EarthWise Pet Supply franchising website and review its financial requirements, including cash-on-hand requirements.
- Reach out to EarthWise Pet Supply about in-house financing for franchisees.
- If in-house financing isn't available, look for online loans, bank loans and SBA loans to help meet the $201,000 estimated opening costs.
- Compare lenders based on amounts, interest rates and what types of personal and business credit history they accept.
- Once you settle on a lender, gather all required documents, including account statements and assets.
- Apply for financing online or in person as required by the lender.
What types of financing is available?
You have several options when it comes to financing a EarthWise Pet Supply — even if the cost is on the heavier side. What assets you have available will largely determine how much you need to borrow, and which option suits you best.
- Online loan. A number of online business lenders offer amounts up to $1 million, with some extending up to $5 million.
- Bank loan. Your personal credit will typically need to at least be good — 670 or higher — when it comes to getting a bank loan large enough to cover a significant portion of EarthWise Pet Supply opening costs.
- SBA loan. While your personal credit score doesn't need to be as good to qualify for an SBA loan, they usually cost more than standard term loans from banks or online lenders.
Also check if EarthWise Pet Supply franchise financing is available. You may be able to get some of the costs covered for less than you would with other traditional funding options.
Compare small business lenders
You may not need financing to cover the estimated $135,000. But if you need funds for other business ventures, select the loan amount, your time in business and revenue and your personal credit score to compare a selection of lenders.
How EarthWise Pet Supply stacks up
Compare how EarthWise Pet Supply holds up against two similarly sized franchises.
| Average Franchise fees |
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$39,500 |
$27,500 |
| Average Equipment fees |
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$54,250 |
$1,324 |
| Average Real estate fees |
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$3,000 |
| Average Training fees |
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$23,500 |
$1,850 |
| Average Inventory fees |
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| Average Marketing fees |
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$16,500 |
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| Average Licenses and permits fees |
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$275 |
| Average Insurance fees |
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$988 |
| Average Admin fees |
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| Average Personnel fees |
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| Average Other fees |
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$67,250 |
$3,500 |
Bottom line
EarthWise Pet Supply franchise costs run a total of $201,000. Before you decide to become a franchisee, compare the total costs against industry averages. And to learn more about financing
read our guide to franchise financing.
