About Franchising with Camp Bow Wow

A Dog Care Franchise That’s Revolutionizing the Industry

Camp Bow Wow has had a big impact on the pet care industry – in fact, we've disrupted it by creating a day care that dogs would design for themselves. Dogs visit Camp Bow Wow more than 5 million times a year, and our company has upended the traditional canine kennel model by creating a unique experience for dogs and thoughtfully growing with dog-loving entrepreneurs who want to grow with us. We’re an overnight and day care concept that dogs — and their owners — truly love.

Our Company Values:

  • Passion - We are fueled by our love for dogs.
  • Service - We exist to serve others.
  • Innovation - We embrace change and cultivate inspiration.
  • Integrity - We communicate through our actions.
  • Trust - We can always be counted on.
We are a boarding and grooming franchise with over 200 units in the U.S. and Canada and over $200 million** in revenue in 2023. See Available Locations

Here are some statistics of what we've been able to accomplish as the leader of the pack:

  • Industry's First: Founded in 2000 and began franchising in 2003
  • Ranked in Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for 14 consecutive years
  • Industry's premier Pet Care Franchise with over 200 Camps!
  • Experienced 6%* average annual revenue growth from 2023, which is nearly two and a half times the economy growth rate and over twice as much as the boarding and grooming sector***
Dogs need four things to thrive:
socialization, exercise, stimulation, and a little TLC!
Our passion and curiosity about what’s best for dogs and
their humans drives us to keep pushing and innovating.

Dogs don’t want to be locked away in cages, only being let out for brief bathroom breaks or listless pacing in a lonely dog run. That’s yesterday’s kennel. The hallmarks of Camp Bow Wow’s innovative practices keep customers coming to us again and again. We remain the leader because we understand, in our bones, why each of those innovations are important. We love dogs! We are always looking for ways to make dogs’ lives better, and to help pet parents keep their loved ones cared for and happy.

Creating "Pull Demand"

Pull demand is a term marketers use to define when customer acceptance of a product or service is so high, customers storm the gates – this is something you may see Apple customers do. We have our own version of pull demand. Camp Bow Wow can anecdotally measure a Camp’s success by something we call the “pull factor.” If a dog is pulling hard on his leash to get into the Camp, we know we’re doing a good job. Many of our regular customers bring their dogs to day care several days a week. For the dog, walking into Camp Bow Wow is like walking into a favorite bar. They sidle right up to their friends and start enjoying each other’s company immediately. Our overnight boarders trickle in throughout the day. They’ll be spending the night with us, tuckered out after playing with the other Camp dogs. When the day care dogs go home at night, the boarders settle into their comfy Cabins with fleeces and cots in a climate-controlled environment with soothing, piped-in music. They even get Campfire Treats™ before lights-out.

Bow Wow Accolades

  • 2024 Entrepreneur 500
  • Franchise 500 Entrepreneur 10+ Club 2023
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked 2023
  • Franchise Times Top 500 Award
  • Franchise Innovation Award 2022
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked 2022
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked 2021
  • Franchise Innovation Award 2021
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in Category 2016
  • AHA In House Excellence 2021
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked 2020
  • Franchise Innovation Award Winner 2020
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in Category 2019
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Best of the Best 2019
  • Franchise Innovation Award Winner 2019
  • Best In Biz Awards Winner 2019
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Best of the Best 2018
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in Category 2018
  • Stevie's Gold Winner 2018: Marketing Campaign of the Year
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Best of the Best 2017
  • Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in Category 2017
  • Franchise 500 Entrepreneur 10+ Club 2023

We are backed by an industry giant!

In 2024, Camp Bow Wow was acquired by Propelled Brands, a recognized leader in the franchising industry, positioning Camp Bow Wow for robust growth backed by a proven model aimed at success. We are excited to bring our premier dog care services to even more communities so that countless dogs can experience the Camp Bow Wow difference.

Like many dogs, we go nuts when the phones ring! Call (870) 600-2713to learn more about us!

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