“Don’t Fret Pet!” pet care franchise operation continues to grow as dog-minding proves to be recession-proof

The latest findings of “Don’t Fret Pet!” reveal that regardless of how tough times are, Australians don’t believe in compromising when it comes to dog care.

“Don’t Fret Pet!” is a dog-minding service that continues to grow in leaps and bounds in response to the needs of a nation that has one of the highest rates of dog ownership in the world.

The “Don’t Fret Pet!” dog minding franchise network uses specially designed software to match a dog’s temperament and needs with the perfect host family. It’s become the popular solution for the large market of ‘pet parents’ who want to ensure their dogs won’t suffer stress and anxiety in their absence.

Kathleen Mansfield, Director of the pet care franchise network explained, “Almost fifty percent of households in Australia own dogs and the majority see their pet as an important member of the family and care about their wellbeing 52 weeks of the year, including those weeks when they can’t be with them. Our service is sought by the many dog owners who want a safe alternative to caging their dogs or leaving them alone when they travel for business or holidays.”

Ms. Mansfield says the interest in pet care franchises is skyrocketing because demand for the service isn’t affected by the economic turmoil. “Regardless of circumstances, people want their much-loved dogs to be well cared for when they have to be away from them.”

With the pet care franchise fees sitting at $35,000 and the potential return on investment at $100,000 to $140,000 per annum, “Don’t Fret Pet!” is proving of interest to those who want a home based business that allows for a life/work balance. Each franchisee individually recruits their DFP dog-minders and there are currently over 700 throughout Australia, with more signing on each day.

The “Don’t Fret Pet!” pet care franchise program provides training, support and specialised software that matches details of the dog’s personality, habits, and quirks with carefully screened host family preferences, routines, and house details to come up with the perfect fit for both pooch and dog-sitter. “We’re the envy of dating services with our match-making that ensures love at first sight,” laughs Ms. Mansfield.

The pet care franchise company, run by business partners Jenny Brearley and Kathleen Mansfield, began back in 1993 as a single outlet in Sydney by Ms. Brearley whose Rhodesian Ridgeback showed signs of distress during kennel stays. In the last nine years, business has increased eight-fold and there are 14 franchise operations in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Canberra.