Franchise Opportunity for a High-Growth Sector
Our society's obsession for our pets has created a very lucrative sector in pet services. Combine this with our general dislike of what our furry friends leave behind, and you have a great business opportunity in pet waste disposal.
The statistics on this sector are staggering. Over the last decade, total U.S. pet industry expenditures have nearly doubled, from $23 billion in 1998 to $43.4 billion in 2008. According to a 2007-2008 Study, 63% of American homes have pets, which translates into more than 71 million households! Of these, nearly 45 million households have dogs.
With today's busy lifestyles, many people don't want to spend time scooping and disposing of their dogs' poop. People want a clean and healthy yard, which their family can enjoy without unsightly (and unhealthy) dog waste. As a result, dog waste removal is growing as a common and viable business service.
The opportunity goes far beyond residential services. Homeowners associations, apartment complexes, and city parks are among the growing number of organizations that require a professional solution to the problem of dog waste.
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A Green Franchise Opportunity
Doo Care stands apart from the common pooper scooper services with our heavy emphasis on environmental solutions. The Doo Care franchise was recently recognized by Newsweek magazine and NBC for our eco-friendly solutions to dog waste removal. For more information on our earth-friendly pet waste services, see our web section on Environmental and Recycling Services.
A recent study in San Francisco, CA, estimated that 3%-4% of landfill is made up of pet waste. (National Geographic, March 21, 2006) Currently, pet owners see very few alternatives to the most typical methodology of pet waste disposal; they collect the waste in plastic bags that go into the garbage and end up in landfills. This is also true of most dog waste cleaning companies. While most of these "poop scooper" services strive to meet local regulations, the reality is that their waste usually ends up in a landfill.
Since its inception, Doo Care has dedicated itself to environmentally friendly methods of dog waste disposal, which earns the loyalty of a growing base of green consumers. We only use biodegradable bags to collect the dog waste and to dispose of the waste in a way that meets local regulations and waste management policies, while minimizing impact on landfills. Additionally, we have other revolutionary dog waste recycling initiatives underway, which will maintain Doo Care at the forefront of "green solutions" to pet waste.
The Competitive Landscape
The majority of dog waste disposal businesses are small-scale independent "poop scoopers", with a modest portfolio of clients. Many of the owners of these services work part-time to have a modest income from the business.
In contrast, Doo Care has built a brand and business methodology that combines the power of marketing with efficient operating procedures to drive sales and control costs. We are seeking professional owners, who wish to scale a larger business to capture market share and provide superior customer experience.
A Sector on the Verge of Consolidation...
The fact is that pet waste removal industry is in the early stages of consolidation. Smaller mom-and-pop pooper scooper companies are being bought up by larger regional or national players. Currently, no national household brand exists in the dog waste removal industry, but this will change as consolidation continues. At Doo Care, we feel that this sector will be led by a couple known dog waste service brands in the next three to five years. We intend to be one of those brands.
Combine our proven franchise model with an aggressive focus on "green solutions", and Doo Care is well positioned as the preeminent brand for dog waste management services in the years to come.
For additional franchise information, please complete out our "Information Request Form", which will help us to better understand your qualifications and business objectives, or simply call us at 866-663-6916.
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