Franchise Growth

Central Bark Sets Sights on More Than Doubling its Footprint Over the Next Few Years

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Central Bark Sets Sights on More Than Doubling its Footprint Over the Next Few Years

Central Bark, the doggy day care industry pioneer, sets it sights on more than doubling its footprint over the next few years after closing out 2022 with a record-breaking performance. With multiple new signed franchise agreements, new locations that just opened and multiple new Central Barks set to open in the short term, we’re a brand on the move all while achieving continuous double digit sales increases year-over-year at the unit level. READ MORE
Central Bark Signs Newest Franchise Deal in Houston, TX

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Central Bark Signs Newest Franchise Deal in Houston, TX

Here we grow again! Central Bark is expanding in Houston, TX and we are so excited to welcome Iliana Solorzano and Armando Sanchez as our newest franchisees in the “Lone Star State.” This mother and son team will be introducing a new Central Bark to Houston in 2023, which will be our second in the market. READ MORE
Central Bark Appoints Todd Hillman as Director of Franchise Development

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Central Bark Appoints Todd Hillman as Director of Franchise Development

We’re pleased to announce that Todd Hillman has recently joined the Central Bark team as our new Director of Franchise Development. This announcement comes as Central Bark is experiencing record setting growth, continuous double digit revenue gains, and the opening and signing of multiple new locations and development agreements amid increased demand for dog care in the $123+ billion pet care space. READ MORE
Central Bark CEO Bob Crawford on the Wolf of Franchises Podcast

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Central Bark CEO Bob Crawford on the Wolf of Franchises Podcast

How do you take an established pet franchise and move it to the next level? Central Bark CEO, Bob Crawford, recently sat down with the Wolf of Franchises to discuss this and more on a recent podcast. Bob came to Central Bark from his role as president and CEO of Brook Furniture Rental, a national high end / high touch service company where he oversaw a team of 400 professionals delivering furniture in 26 states. During his tenure, he took Brook from a regional player in the industry to a national leader through innovation, new service lines, expansion, and operational improvements across the system. Prior to Brook Furniture Rental, he served as the director of North American marketing for Coca-Cola’s QSR (quick service restaurant) portfolio and was a brand manager for the Quaker Oats Company where he gained management experience in the pet food and pet treats businesses. READ MORE
Love at First Bark: Central Bark Continues its Growth in the Southeast

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Love at First Bark: Central Bark Continues its Growth in the Southeast

Since our inception more than 20 years ago, Central Bark has become one of the most popular brands and sought-after dog franchise concepts. Since opening our first doggy day care location in Milwaukee, Central Bark has expanded its service lines and locations to communities across the country. Over the last several years, momentum has picked up steam with Central Bark signing on multiple new multi-unit and multi-brand franchise owners along with single unit operators to top new markets like Columbia, Jacksonville, and Orlando. READ MORE
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What does multiple revenue streams really mean at Central Bark?

When you become a franchise owner, you want to make sure that your investment is going towards a small business model that can offer a clear path towards financial success, growth, and stability. One key indicator of that potential is a franchise’s revenue opportunities. READ MORE