Dogtopia Franchise News

Fast-Growing Pet Franchise Further Expands Reach Across U.S.
November 10, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD - After spending the last two years perfecting the business model of the dog daycare franchise, Dogtopia, a leading provider of the highest quality dog daycare in the United States, announced today it has signed four franchise agreements that will bring new locations to South Wilmington, DE; Midlothian, VA; Union County, NJ and Springfield, VA.
Below are details on the four franchise agreements signed by the company:

Tammy Holm and her daughter Christine will open Delaware’s second location in South Wilmington in 2012. The mother/daughter duo has been loyal customers of Delaware’s first location since its inception...

Franchise Helps Find the Cure with Second Annual 'Paws for Pink' Campaign
September 28, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD - Dogs across the country will get primped and pampered in October, all in the name of breast cancer awareness and research. Dogtopia, a full-service dog day care, spa and boutique with locations throughout the U.S. is 'fighting for the cure'in their second annual ″Paws for Pink″ campaign.
From October 1–16, all 23 Dogtopia locations in 11 states will be giving pups fabulous fluffs and perfect pawdicures to help raise money for cancer research. For everyone who treats their canine to a spa bath or nail trim in October, Dogtopia will donate 10 percent of the purchase price to support breast cancer research and community awareness programs...

Over 1100 Dogs Bathed in Simultaneous Dog Washes from Coast to Coast August 09, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda , MD – Over a thousand dogs across the country were bathed, towel-dried and spritzed last month all in the name of charity. Dogtopia, a chain of upscale dog day care and spa facilities, held its seventh Annual Charity Dog Wash to benefit working dogs, raising a significant amount of money for the four-legged friends that selflessly serve communities nationwide.

From California to Maryland , 23 Dogtopia locations in 10 states participated in dog washes to benefit law enforcement K-9 Units, therapy dogs and any other working dog. A total of 1,140 dogs were bathed, and more than $24,000 was raised across the board...

All 23 Dogtopia Locations across the U.S. Set Goal to Wash More than 2,500 Dogs July 11, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – A national dog day care franchise is giving back this summer to dogs who work year-round. Through charity dog washes taking place over one weekend, July 16 and July 17, Dogtopia has set out to raise $25,000 for working canines across the United States.

From California to Virginia, every single Dogtopia location – 23 stores in 10 states – will participate in the company's seventh annual charity dog wash that will raise money for all types of working animals, including police dogs, therapy dogs and military dogs serving overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan.

"It's more important than ever to give back to local working dogs in our communities, since funding is being cut in the government," said Amy Nichols, CEO and Founder of Dogtopia...

Amy Nichols Awarded "Brava! Woman Business Achievement Award" May 20, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Dogtopia founder and CEO Amy Nichols, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her lifelong love of dogs into a growing national franchise of upscale dog day care, spa and boarding facilities, was one of 25 women awarded SmartCEO Magazine's "Brava! Women Business Achievement Award."

As part of the 2011 Brava! Women Business Achievement class, Nichols was highlighted as a woman who embodies the best in entrepreneurial spirit, passion, success and philanthropic focus in her community. A large portion of this award is accredited to Dogtopia's non-profit arm of the franchise called "K-9 Support", a program created to support all types of working dogs, from military dogs to rescue dogs to Seeing Eye dogs...

National Dog Daycare Franchise Makes Big Impact in Communities NORTHBROOK, IL, April 09, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dogtopia, a national upscale dog day care franchise, raised a record amount of donations during St. Patrick's Day week to support local charities with their Lucky Dogs Give Back Fundraiser.

Throughout the week of March 14, Dogtopia locations nationwide donated $1 for every dog in daycare to a local charity of choice. In total, the Dogtopia system and customers donated $6,400 for local charities, surpassing their goal by more than $1,400. Some of the local charities included Hounds4Heroes, a non-profit organizations that provide pets to military veterans, Soles4Souls, a shoe charity that donates shoes to adults and children in need and DOGS-East Search & Rescue, a non-profit organization that specializes in training search dogs to find missing people as well as those missing due to natural disasters...

Dogtopia Announces Strategy to Add 20 New Locations by 2012 February 11, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – After spending the last two years perfecting the business model of the dog daycare franchise, Dogtopia is gearing up for record growth over the next year, as access to credit is easing and the pet industry shows no signs of slowing down.

Dogtopia, a leading provider of the highest quality dog daycare in the United States, is expected to add more than 20 new locations to the company by the end of 2012.

Instead of actively pursuing new franchisees, Dogtopia's main efforts over the past year have been to make sure each existing franchise is profitable, through visits to every store from California to New Jersey...

National Dog Day Care Franchise Donates Big Numbers Nationally, Locally January 31, 2011 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Dogtopia, a national upscale dog day care business, exercised its philanthropic outreach throughout all of 2010, bringing in a record amount of charity donations on a local and national level.

In the past year, Dogtopia raised more than $20,000 through an annual charity dog wash for the non-profit arm of the company, K-9 Support, which provides food and supplies to military dogs stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. In addition, Dogtopia and all its franchisees partnered with Susan G. Komen for the Cure throughout the month of October and dedicated a portion of all services to the cause – resulting in more than $7,000 given to breast cancer research...

Franchise teams up with Komen for the Cure in First Annual 'Paws for Pink' Campaign September 24, 2010 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Dogs across the country will get primped and pampered in October, all in the name of breast cancer awareness and research. Dogtopia, a full-service dog day care, spa and boutique with locations throughout the U.S. is partnering with Susan G. Komen for the Cure® for their first annual "Paws for Pink" campaign.

Throughout the entire month, all 22 Dogtopia locations in 11 states will be giving pups fabulous fluffs and perfect pawdicures to help raise money for cancer research. For everyone who treats their canine to a spa bath or nail trim in October, Dogtopia will donate 10 percent of the purchase price to Komen for the Cure in support of breast cancer research and community outreach programs...

21 Dogtopia Locations across the U.S. Set Goal to Wash More than 2,000 Dogs July 01, 2010 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – A national dog day care business is giving back this summer to dogs who work year-round. Through charity dog washes taking place simultaneously July 17 and July 18, Dogtopia has set out to raise $20,000 for working canines.

From California to Virginia, every single Dogtopia franchise location – 21 stores in 10 states – will participate in the company's sixth annual charity dog wash that will raise money for all types of working animals, including police dogs and military dogs serving overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan.

"Budgets in local and national government agencies are strapped right now, which is why it's more important than ever to ensure working police and military dogs get the supplies necessary to do their jobs in as much comfort as possible," said Amy Nichols, CEO and Founder of Dogtopia...

More than 700 Dogs Bathed in Simultaneous Dog Washes from Coast to Coast July 22, 2009 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Hundreds of dogs across the country were bathed, towel-dried and spritzed this past weekend all in the name of charity. Dogtopia, a chain of upscale dog day care and spa facilities, held its 5th Annual Charity Dog Wash to benefit working dogs, raising a record amount of money for their four-legged friends.

From California to Maryland, 14 Dogtopia locations held simultaneous dog washes – most to benefit local law enforcement K-9 Units – and raised $15,000 across the board. In all, about 750 dogs were washed throughout the weekend.

"Given the state of the economy, we are thrilled to surpass the $7,000 we raised last year," said Amy Nichols, CEO and Founder of Dogtopia...

A Dozen Locations Across the U.S. Set Goal to Wash More than 1,000 Dogs July 09, 2009 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – For working police dogs across the country, the comforts of home are few and far between. With budget cuts a reality in cities everywhere, animals in law enforcement's K-9 units can use a little pampering on the job.

That's why a dozen Dogtopia locations from California to Maryland will simultaneously participate in the company's fifth annual charity dog wash July 18 and 19 to raise money for local police K-9 units who play an important role in keeping their communities safe.

"We are pleased to expand our mission of raising money for working dogs to animals in our own communities," said Amy Nichols, CEO and Founder of Dogtopia...

November 24, 2008 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Dogtopia founder and CEO Amy Nichols, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her lifelong love of dogs into a growing national franchise of upscale dog day care, spa and boarding facilities, was one of 25 women recently awarded with the "Women Who Mean Business" honor presented by the Washington Business Journal.

As part of the 2008 Women Who Mean Business class, Nichols was highlighted as a woman who defines success in the Washington D.C. area, inspires other businesswomen and takes an active role in community involvement. In addition to running the national franchise, Nichols also raises money for military dogs overseas by establishing an entire non-profit arm of the franchise called "K-9 Support...

October 27, 2008 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD - Dogtopia founder and CEO Amy Nichols, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her lifelong love of dogs into a growing national franchise of upscale dog day care, spa and boarding facilities, was one of 25 women included on the recently released "Women Who Mean Business" list compiled by the Washington Business Journal.

As part of the 2008 Women Who Mean Business class, Nichols was highlighted as a woman who defines success in the Washington D.C. area, inspires other businesswomen and takes an active role in community involvement. In addition to running the national franchise, Nichols also raises money for military dogs overseas by establishing an entire non-profit arm of the franchise called "K-9 Support...

Dog Daycare/ Spa/Boarding Facility Franchise Expands With Focus on Quality, Safety ... Love

September 18, 2008 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD - Aside from the sounds of playful barking, one might easily mistake a Dogtopia facility for a crème of the crop child care center. By mirroring the quality standards that parents expect of child care for their children, the growing national franchise of full-service dog daycare, spa and boarding facilities now has 37 locations opening or in development throughout the country, with 50 expected to be in operation by the end of 2009.

"With more than 43 percent of U.S. households owning a dog, and consumers spending more than $43 billion on their pets each year, the demand for quality, upscale daycare and boarding facilities continues to rise, despite economic conditions," said Amy Nichols, founder and CEO of Dogtopia...

'Everybody Wants to be a Dog'™ as the Newest Dog Daycare, Spa and Boarding Facility Opens September 02, 2008 // Franchising.com // Wilmington, DE – There's a new stomping ground for Wilmington area dogs to hang out and have fun while their owners are at work, and it's already got a long line of tails wagging for a chance to gain entry into the ultimate dog daycare destination.

The new Dogtopia, an upscale dog daycare, spa and boarding facility, will offer personalized care and individual treatment for Wilmington dogs in a fun, safe and comfortable atmosphere that provides a home away from home for up to 60 romping canines while their "parents" are away.

Scheduled to open its doors on Saturday, September 6 at 2101 Concord Pike, Dogtopia's design features bright yellow, green and blue colors with the atmosphere of a chic, upscale spa...

'Everybody Wants to be a Dog'™ as the Newest Dog Daycare, Spa and Boarding Facility Opens

August 19, 2008 // Franchising.com // San Marcos , Calif. – There's a new stomping ground for San Diego area dogs to hang out and have fun while their owners are at work, and it's already got a long line of tails wagging for a chance to gain entry into the ultimate dog daycare destination.

The new Dogtopia, an upscale dog daycare, spa and boarding facility, will offer personalized care and individual treatment for San Marcos dogs in a fun, safe and comfortable atmosphere that provides a home away from home for up to 50 romping canines while their "parents" are away.

Scheduled to open its doors on Saturday, August 23 at 925 W...

Established National Dog Daycare Opens Newest Location

May 12, 2008 // Franchising.com // Danvers, MA - Dogtopia, a full-service dog daycare, spa and boarding facility known for providing dogs with a fun and positive experience, will celebrate the Grand Opening of its newest location at 139 Endicott Street, offering Danvers area dog owners peace of mind, knowing their dog is in a safe and happy place while they're at work or away from home. The new Danvers location marks the company's entrance into the state of Massachusetts.

The grand opening celebration will be held Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and will feature several area "doggie" businesses including Great Dog Rescue New England. Petdogtraining...

April 18, 2008 // Franchising.com // CHANTILLY - Two former AOL employees are opening a new dog day care center at 3850 Dulles South Court in Chantilly.

The franchise will mark the fourth location in Virginia for Dogtopia, a full-service dog day care, spa and boarding facility. Another is slated to open in June in Woodbridge.

"We're excited to offer area dog owners an alternative to leaving their dogs at home alone or in a kennel environment," said Taylor James, who owns the Chantilly franchise with Art Pediger.

Dogtopia was founded in 2002 as Happy Tails, and changed its name in early 2007, according Amy Nichols, the company's president and chief executive. Along with the new store, Dogtopia is also located locally in Alexandria, Manassas, Vienna and Rockville...

Stevie Award Winners to Be Announced in Las Vegas on November 12

October 29, 2007 // Franchising.com // Bethesda, MD – Amy Nichols, founder and CEO of Dogtopia, was named a Finalist in the Community Involvement Program of the Year and Best Entrepreneur – Service Businesses - Up to 100 Employees categories in the 4th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business, presented by Infiniti.

The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor women executives, entrepreneurs, and the companies they run – worldwide. Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word "crowned," winners will be announced during a gala event at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Monday, November 12.

Dogtopia, a full-service dog daycare, spa, boutique and boarding facility known for its ability to provide dogs with a fun and positive experience was founded by Nichols, in June 2002...