Pet Supplies Franchise Sector Hits Record Numbers: Explosive Growth Revealed
Amsterdam, maandag, 9 juni 2025.
The pet supplies retail market is experiencing an unprecedented successful year, with franchise models like Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash reporting double-digit growth. Notably, the sector is expected to generate an economic output of $936.4 billion, with 94 million American households now owning a pet. Despite economic uncertainty, 77% of pet owners continue to invest unwaveringly in pet care. The sector demonstrates not only resilience but also strategic expansion drive, with plans to open more than 25 new stores this year and an ambitious target of 35 new locations by year-end.
Record Growth in Pet Supplies Franchise
The pet supplies retail market is experiencing an exceptional year, with franchise models reporting significant growth figures. The franchise sector is expected to generate $936.4 billion in economic output in 2025 [1]. Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are leading this expansion with double-digit growth and ambitious expansion plans [2].
Market Developments and Consumer Behaviour
Notably, there is strong growth in pet ownership: currently, 94 million American households have at least one pet, an increase from 82 million in 2023 [3]. Despite economic uncertainty, 77% of pet owners continue to invest unwaveringly in pet care [4].
Franchise Growth and Strategic Expansion
Pet Supplies Plus has secured 15 new franchise agreements and plans to open more than 25 stores, with a target of 35 new locations by year-end [2]. The company has furthermore gained national recognition, including the #1 position in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for the eleventh consecutive year [5].
Industry Recognition and Future Perspectives
Nick Russo, Chief Development Officer of Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash, emphasises the strong market position: ‘Our rapid franchise growth and national recognition demonstrate the strength of our systems and our mission to make pet services affordable and accessible’ [2].