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Your Pet Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in pet franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the pet franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Pet Franchise General Announcement NewsWild Birds Unlimited Nature Shops Soaring High Through RecessionDespite economic conditions that have hampered many retail businesses, Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU), the leading backyard bird feeding specialty store franchise, has experienced sales growth by relying on their brand equity and strong relationships with... Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive. Pure Oxygen Rinse Free Shampoo and Deodoriser shines as Zoomin Groomin's Franchise new 100% non-toxic and environmentally safe way to clean and deodorize animalsZoomin Groomin uses PURE OXYGEN cleaning and deodorizing solution which is a 100% non-toxic and environmentally safe way to clean and deodorize animals and restores the natural softness and brilliant shine of your animals coat. This is a scent free... Hummingbirds Prepare to Head South in Late SummerThey may be the world's smallest birds, but beginning in August, millions of hummingbirds will be making a big trip to Mexico and Central America. This annual journey is part of an instinctive migration pattern that they have followed for hundreds of... Woof Gang Bakery Offers Franchises with 100 Percent FinancingWoof Gang Bakery, the nation's fastest-growing gourmet dog treat bakery and retail store franchise, is now offering 100 percent financing to new franchisees. Thinking Pink for Pups: Dogtopia Franchise Pampers Dogs for Cancer ResearchDogs 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 Continued Growth in Franchises Shows 'Pet Butlers' are in High DemandPet Butler, the nation's leading pet waste cleanup service, has launched its 70th franchise. The company now offers service in 20 states, making it the fastest-growing professional poop-scooping company in the nation. The Pit Bull, The Cattle Dog And Bark Busters"My husband, Craig, was terrified of Pit Bulls. According to him they are "nasty dogs," and he said he would NEVER get one! Next thing I know he brings home Jade, a fi ve-month-old Pit Bul... Aussie Pet Mobile Reduces Carbon 'Paw-Print' with New Solar Van SystemSaving the environment means saving money for Aussie Pet Mobile and its 100-plus franchise owners. Nature's Pet Market Franchise Celebrates 10th Location as Newest Store Opens in Salem, ORNature's Pet Franchising announces the opening of its 10th Nature's Pet Market store located in Salem, OR. The store's official grand opening celebration will be held on September 11th and 12th, and becomes the 10th Nature's Pet Market to open and 4th to Aussie Pet Mobile Pampers Pets with Convenient Door-to-Door Grooming ServiceThe days of anxiety ridden pets, doggy drool and nail scratches on leather car interiors are long gone as Aussie Pet Mobile, the nation's largest mobile pet grooming service, rolls into neighborhoods across the country. Pampering pets with its... Bark Busters Named #1 Pet Franchise In AmericaBark Busters, the world's largest dog-training company, is the top-ranked Pet Franchise in America in 2007, as designated by Entrepreneur magazine. The #1 ranking recognizes the effectiveness of B... Top 10 Dog-Friendly Tips to Help Make the Holiday Season Merry"While most of us welcome the sights, sounds and smells of the season, holidays can also be chaotic—especially for pets," said Liam Crowe, CEO and master dog behavioral therapist, Bark Busters USA. "Holiday festivities can disrupt a dog's routine an Zoomin Groomin Franchise Launches New Corporate Website Featuring Consumer Web-Based SchedulingZoomin Groomin this month announced the launch of their newly updated, consumer friendly, corporate website Zoomin Groomin the mobile pet grooming industry's first interactive, on-line scheduling center, that combines the customer's appointment... FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Launches Nationwide 'Get to Know Us' Discount Program to Help Pet Owners Prepare for the 2007 Holiday Travel SeasonIn observance of National Pet Wellness Month and in preparation for the 2007 holiday vacation travel season, FETCH! Pet Care (www.fetchpetcare.com), America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering home-based professional pet... Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise Launches EcoClean Bird Feeders With Antimicrobial Product ProtectionWith its new line of EcoClean™ bird feeders, Wild Birds Unlimited® is revolutionizing the way people feed their backyard birds. Available exclusively at Wild Birds Unlimited, EcoClean bird feeders feature parts that protect themselves against th FETCH! Pet Care Sales Soar as Owners Turn to At-Home Pet SittingPet owners have made it clear this year that there's one thing they will not give up in a down economy – home care for their four-legged friends. Wild Birds Unlimited Franchisees will Flock to the NorthwestWild Birds Unlimited franchisees will converge on the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Meydenbauer Convention Center in Bellevue, Washington June 25 – 29 to participate in their Annual Meeting. 'Business gets better when people get better.'With a 20-plus year history in the pet industry, Petland President Frank Difatta knows this about his craft: "Business gets better when people get better," Woof Gang Bakery Franchise Unleashes New Store in LutzWoof Gang Bakery, the nation's fastest-growing gourmet dog treat bakery and retail store franchise, announces the grand opening of their newest location in Lutz. The store is located at The Shoppes at Sunlake Center, 18875 State Road 54, Lutz, Fla. 33558, Aussie Pet Mobile Popular Amongst York Region, OntarioRick Campbell, was granted the franchise rights just 8 months ago and is already planning a second truck by the end of Summer 2007, with a 3rd by mid next year. Los Angeles Dogs Receive Red Carpet Treatment at Hollywood's New Zoom Room(R) FranchiseIt's the most 'barked' about event of the year – on September 12, 2010, the Zoom Room® will celebrate the social aspect of dog ownership throughout Los Angeles with the opening of its flagship Hollywood location. Aussie Pet Mobile 'Fetches' Partnership with Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment for DVD Release of Space BuddiesAussie Pet Mobile, the nation's largest mobile pet grooming service, has partnered with Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment for the February 3, 2009 Blu-ray™ and DVD release of the all-new movie Space Buddies, starring Jason Earles of Disney... Franchise Pet Services Bark Busters offers July 4th Safety Tips For Dog OwnersWith the annual excitement and commotion of Independence Day approaching, Bark Busters, the world's largest and most trusted dog training company, offers helpful tips for the estimated 38.8 million U.S. dog owners on how to keep their dogs safe and calm.. Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive. Out-U-Go!(R) Franchise Expands to Serve Pet Parents in BoulderToday Out-U-Go!®, pet care, opens its seventh location, the second in the Boulder-Denver area. Out-U-Go! was founded in 1996 and its growth is characterized by the fun entrepreneurial spirit they describe as "Awesome Pet Care." Recognized for its dedi Dogtopia Franchise Hosts Sixth Annual Dog Wash to Benefit Working K-9sA 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. Entrepreneurial Spirit Alive and Well at Wild Birds Unlimited Despite EconomyThough the newest Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) franchise store owners value the recommendations and support given by the franchisor, they're enjoying their autonomy and being in charge of their careers despite these difficult economic times. Fire Safety Tips for Dog OwnersYour pets are treasured family members and need protection as much as your own family in the event of fire. Sadly, some 500,000 pets are affected by fires each year, and over 40,000 of them die. Most fire victims die from smoke asphyxiation. A fire... Bark Busters Offers Tips for Bringing Home a PuppyMore than a million puppies will be given as gifts this holiday season. To help new pet parents prepare, Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, has compiled a series of essential tips based on the experience of the company's worldwide net Wild Birds Unlimited Restructures Purchasing Department to Better Serve Franchise Store OwnersWild Birds Unlimited, the original and largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores, recently restructured its Purchasing Department to improve work flow and capitalize on the strength of staff members. Pets: Good, Clean Fun for PetsResidents of the Reston/Herndon area have several choices when it comes to cleaning and grooming your pet. If a pet wants to be pampered in a low stress environment, there's Dog A Do pet salon. Owned by groomer Kat Brooks, Dog A Do prides itself on the ab Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise Takes Flight With SaepioSaepio, a leading provider of marketing technology for corporations with distributed marketing networks, announced today that it has been selected by Wild Birds Unlimited to power marketing materials for all 270 of its franchises. Wild Birds... Wild Birds Unlimited Receives 2009 Franchisee Satisfaction AwardWild Birds Unlimited has once again received a Franchisee Satisfaction Award from Franchise Business Review. Of the more than 2,500 active franchise systems in the United States, only 115 companies received this award in 2009. Pet Butler Launches its Second Annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Photo ContestPet Butler, America's leading pet waste cleanup service, today kicked off its second annual national "Howl-O-Ween" pet costume photo contest. Dogs Gone Green? Camp Bow Wow Dog Camps Go Green on Corporate and Franchisee LevelsCamp Bow Wow, the Premier Doggy Day and Overnight Camp(R) franchise, has announced their ecological paw print is getting smaller as they work to go Green on the corporate and franchisee level. Bark 'N Bubbles Dog Wash Expanding Through Franchising"A regularly bathed dog is a healthier, happier pet!" Bark 'N Bubbles Dog Wash offers an easy, convenient, and affordable way for owners to keep their dogs clean and healthy. Dog owners bubble with joy after experiencing Bark 'N Bubbles Dog Wash services. FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Maryland's Silver Spring RegionFETCH! Pet Care, America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in Maryland's Silver Spring region to provide area residents with.... Bark Busters Franchise Anounces Back-to-School Tips for Families with DogsWhen kids go back to school, the stress can be huge on the family, including the dog. This abrupt change in routine can seriously affect our furry friends, who are creatures of habit. But with a little understanding and preparation before the first day of Dogtopia Hosts Fifth Annual Dog Wash to Benefit Working K-9sFor 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. Camp Bow Wow Franchise Launches 'On Our Way Home Project'Camp Bow Wow, the nation's largest pet services company, announces today the launch of its newest program, the "On Our Way Home Project." Offering free consulting to shelters, Camp Bow Wow will provide operational counsel, marketing guidance, real estate Aussie Pet Mobile Signs Franchise Agreement for North and West VancouverAussie Pet Mobile, the world's largest mobile pet grooming service, today announced it has signed a franchise agreement for North and West Vancouver with new owner Michelle Berg of Coquitlam. It is the company's third agreement within the past six months. Camp Bow Wow Dog Care Franchise Introduces New 401-K-9 Employee Benefits ProgramCamp Bow Wow, the Premier Doggy Day and Overnight Camp(R), has launched a new 401-K-9 employee benefits program that is now available for companies on a national and local level. Growing Franchise Breaks Down the Barriers to Pet Ownership: FETCH! Pet Care Fills Demand for Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking ServicesFind a void in the marketplace and fill it. With that simple formula in mind, entrepreneur Paul Mann went on to build the nation's largest and most professional at-home pet sitting and dog-walking franchise, with 200 locations in more than 1,800... Veteran Pet Butler Franchisee Niki Tudge Nominated for Franchise Association HonorNiki Tudge, who operates a Pet Butler franchise in Florida, has been nominated by the company for the Franchisee of the Year award given by the International Franchise Association (IFA). New Year's Resolutions – Get Fit with Fido for 2008Unfortunately many of us just don't take very good care of ourselves. But as pet lovers, we do take good care of our dogs. Being overweight and no exercise has become a big problem in the pet population also. So this year, team up your weight loss and... Don't Let Winter's Chill Take a Bite Out of Your Dog's HealthAs the temperature drops and the snow piles up, dog lovers need to take special precautions to protect their canine companions from winter's dangers. Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, has compiled winter safety tips based on the... Aussie Pet Mobile Puts Vancouver on the Map with Three Signed Multi-Unit Franchise AgreementsThere's no putting the brakes on Aussie Pet Mobile Canada as the Vancouver-based company announces three new multi-unit franchise agreements for Vancouver Island, Vancouver West and Mainland Vancouver. PETCO and FETCH! Pet Care Partner to Enhance In-Home Pet Care OptionsAs summer travel season gets underway, FETCH! Pet Care and PETCO announced today a partnership aimed at helping pet parents find reliable solutions for in-home pet care. Aussie Pet Mobile Named 'Top Dog' in Pet ServicesAussie Pet Mobile, the nation's largest mobile pet grooming service, has been named the top franchise in the pet services category of the 2009 Franchise Business Review list of 50 top-rated U.S. franchise systems. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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