Barking Mad Dog Care
Barking Mad is not just a pet franchise, we are an organisation that aims to give the best treatment possible for your furry-family members.
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Who are Barking Mad?
As a multi award-winning pet care pioneer, Barking Mad is widely recognised across the sector and the franchise industry, delighting thousands of happy customers every year. Established in 2000, we are proud to provide the UK’s most trusted pet sitting service, rated no.1 by Trustpilot.
We offer bespoke pet holidays, provided through a franchise network of dedicated, local professionals. Franchisees recruit a community of carefully chosen, pet-loving host families who care for pets whilst their owners are away.
Comprehensive Business and Customer Support
Starting out on your own can be really tough and new entrants to the market need to stay ahead of the competition. According to a recent report in ‘The Times’, 20% of sole traders fail within a year and 60% fail within five years. Launching a franchise with a prominent brand name, with the added support of a dedicated HQ team, means that your new venture has the best possible start.
Barking Mad’s team of experts are specialists in all areas of the business, so you don’t have to be! From sales and accounts advice, to social media and online marketing support, help is on hand. Franchisees are guided every step of the way with one to one business planning and expert training guides.
Loyal Repeat Business and Referrals in a Massive Growth Industry
When you buy a Barking Mad franchise, you will benefit from our brand’s loyal repeat business and referrals in a massive growth industry. Our customers love our service, as demonstrated by our independent 5* Trustpilot reviews.
Tapping into potential in the pet market requires knowledge of a complex sector, but with a Barking Mad franchise, our proven and successful business model will give you all the tools you need to achieve your entrepreneurial, pet care dreams.
Reasons to be Barking Mad
- We’re a multi award-winning dog care pioneer
- We’re widely recognised across the sector and the franchise industry, delighting thousands of happy customers (and their four-legged friends) every year.
- Established in 2000, we are proud to provide the UK’s most trusted dog sitting service, rated no.1 by Trustpilot.
- We’re a local dog home boarding service. We offer bespoke dog holidays, provided through a franchise network of dedicated, local professionals.
You’ll be joining a tried and tested franchise model that gives you full support and training in franchising, technical, sales and marketing, as well as peer mentoring. - Barking Mad is part of the Franchise Brands plc group of companies. This means you’ll be part of a network of over 600 franchisees internationally, and have access to a large team of franchising experts.
- Imagine a day where you get up and go to work, without the commute. You answer emails from home, walk your dog, plan your own day and that of your team; meet other dog lovers and enjoy the fact that people actually thank you for providing a fantastic service.
News
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Barking Mad: The UK’s Top Rated Pet Care Franchise Three Years Running
Barking Mad Dog Care has been ranked as the top pet sector franchise in Elite Franchise’s top 100, as well as ranking as number 38 overall in the UK. Barking Mad has been recognised as one of the top 100
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Practising Mindfulness for Dogs is Pawfect for Pet Parents
Practising Mindfulness for Dogs is Pawfect for Pet Parents Practising mindfulness have been well documented for humans but could it also have a positive effect on their pooches? The benefits of practising mindfulness have been well documented for humans but
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UK Dog Awards Winners Really are Man’s Best Friend
UK Dog Awards Winners Really are Man’s Best Friend A Labrador called Star, who has been described as a little boy’s ‘light in his darkest times’, was just one of the deserving doggy winners to be discovered in the Barking
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Barking Mad Franchise Celebrates 20 Years of Helping to Overcome Doglessness and Social Isolation
The Barking Mad Dog Care franchise, founded in 2000 to provide home from home dog care instead of kennelling, is celebrating 20 years of enabling people to experience health and well-being benefits by offering an alternative to dog ownership. Jennifer
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Barking Mad Ranked Top Pet Sector Franchise as Elite Franchise Announces Top 100 Winners
Barking Mad Ranked Top Pet Sector Franchise as Elite Franchise Announces Top 100 Winners Barking Mad Dog Care has been ranked as the top pet sector franchise in Elite Franchise’s top 100 league table, as well as ranking as number
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Assistance Dog Named after Prince Harry
Newly qualified assistance dog Prince, sponsored and named by Barking Mad Dog Care, has been officially matched by inspirational charity Dogs for Good to a six-year-old boy with autism, who in a twist of fate is called Harry. Prince was
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Franchise Searches for the UK’s Top Dogs
Multi award-winning dog sitting franchise Barking Mad is celebrating canine companions nationwide, by holding their first-ever UK Dog Awards. The awards have been created with the mission of recognising and rewarding ‘top dogs’ across five heart warming categories. Managing Director,
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Barking Mad Dog Care Goes International with First Irish Franchise
Barking Mad Dog Care Goes International with First Irish Franchise Changing the face of dog care in Ireland, Barking Mad’s first international franchise has launched in the Galway and Limerick area, proving there is clear demand for the leading dog
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Dog Remembrance Month Raises Awareness of Grieving for Pets
This September is being declared as dog remembrance month, creating a focus for dog lovers to come together and celebrate the lives of their cherished pets, whilst providing mutual support and understanding. Shocking survey data shows that losing a pet
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Barking Mad Husband and Wife Team Declared Top Dogs at Major Franchising Awards
John and Elaine Warburton, Barking Mad franchise business owners from Fife, were announced as “Franchisee of the Year” winners of the Lifestyle category at last night’s glittering bfa HSBC Franchise Awards ceremony. The highly coveted awards are the franchising industry’s
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Do You Dream of a New Career Working with Dogs?
Meet the Barking Mad individuals starting new careers working with dogs! Barking Mad Dog Care is delighted to announce the launch of two brand new dog sitting businesses, enabling us to cover more areas of the UK than ever before!
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Barking Mad Dog Sitters Lend a Helping Paw to Dogs for Good
We’re helping Dogs for Good change lives! Dogs for Good train dogs to help children and adults with all sorts of challenges. Trained assistance dogs can help with conditions such as autism, physical disabilities, special educational needs and dementia. Every
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Barking Mad Dog Care franchise cost?
Barking Mad Dog Care lists a minimum investment of £14,995. Figures are supplied by the franchisor and are indicative — confirm current costs directly with Barking Mad Dog Care before committing.
Does Barking Mad Dog Care provide training?
Barking Mad Dog Care records training provided as: Yes. Ask the franchisor what the programme covers, how long it lasts and what ongoing support follows it.
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