Frequently Asked Questions About DoodyCalls

DoodyCalls makes the world a happier and healthier place for people and pets. Our franchise owners provide exceptional pet waste management services for homeowners, apartment complexes, and businesses across America.

Our longevity in the industry and our commitment to excellence separate us from the competition. In addition to regularly scheduled outdoor pet waste removal services, DoodyCalls franchise owners can also supply pet clean-up stations for apartments and commercial businesses.

No, prior waste management experience is not needed to own a successful DoodyCalls franchise. In fact, some of our most successful franchise owners never even owned a dog before!

Our operations and support teams are experts in supporting new franchise owners no matter their backgrounds. Poop School, our unique business training program, enables all our franchise owners to become industry experts in no time.

Poop School, our unique training program, enables all our franchise owners to become industry experts in no time. As a new franchise owner, you’ll get trained on all the ins and outs of running a pet waste management business by industry professionals. With over 43 hours of valuable education, you’ll be prepared to launch and take your business to the next level.

As you progress along your journey, those same professionals will be by your side helping you and your team continue to improve. With a mix of classroom instruction, hands-on field experience, and online resources, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to help prepare you for anything this business throws your way.

One of the best aspects of a DoodyCalls franchise is that opportunity is all around you. With our highly recognizable branded vehicles and uniformed technicians, a DoodyCalls franchise will be a welcome addition to whatever community it’s in.

To complement our strong local marketing, you’ll receive online marketing support from our team. We’ll help you launch digital campaigns, network effectively, and succeed in innovative lead-generation methods so you can attract and retain your ideal customers.

Investing in a DoodyCalls franchise generally consists of a $49,000 franchise fee, equipment, vehicle, and operating capital. While the total investment can vary, a detailed breakdown of initial investment costs can be found in Item 7 of our current Financial Disclosure Document (FDD).

As a proud member of the International Franchise Association, we’re proud to offer special discounts to military service members, and those of specific diverse groups. To find out more, please visit our investment page.

We estimate that you can open your Franchised DoodyCalls Business approximately two to four months after you sign the Franchise Agreement. Some factors which may affect this timing are your ability to obtain necessary permits, licenses, equipment, and supplies.

With over 20 years in the industry, we’ve perfected the process for launching new DoodyCalls franchises in a variety of markets. Franchise owners are encouraged to follow the established systems and utilize the provided resources for best results.

DoodyCalls franchise owners benefit from large, protected territories of up to 150,000 households in their specific geographic location. We aim to provide all of our franchise owners the space to find success and expand their businesses.

Our franchise owners often network with one another and collaborate in new and exciting ways. As part of the Authority Brands family of brands, we value partnership and encourage DoodyCalls franchise owners to collaborate for continued success!

It does not take a lot of equipment to grow a successful DoodyCalls franchise. Additionally, all of our franchise owners receive access to exclusive purchasing programs that may offer discounts on tools and resources, putting them even further ahead of their competition.