1. Complete "Information Request Form"
Please complete our Information Request Form to receive additional information. A Dogtopia® representative will be in touch with you within one business day.

2. Initial phone call
During your first call you will further discuss the Dogtopia® opportunity and cover a few key topics, including your motivation, business background and territory of interest. They will be happy to answer any additional questions you have.

3. Return your confidential profile
Returning your profile to your representative tells us that you are serious about the opportunity and it gives us a clear picture of your financial and managerial plans.

4. Receive Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
Upon receipt of your confidential financial profile; you will receive our Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD further defines the relationship between us - the Franchisor and you - the Franchisee. It contains all of the legal responsibilities involved in owning a Dogtopia® and it is what you will sign in order to become a Franchisee.

5. FDD follow-up
After receiving and reviewing your FDD, your representative will schedule a time to go over any questions that you may have.

6. Discovery Day!
Your Discovery Day should be held within 30 days of your FDD review. Discovery Days are held at our home office in North Bethesda, MD. Our home office is also a Dogtopia® daycare and you will have the opportunity to have a behind-the-scenes tour. You will also spend time with the franchise team and our CEO.

7. Signing the Agreement
If we feel that you are a great Franchisee candidate, we will send you a formal written offer including the assigned territory. The signing is done remotely and does not require a trip back to our home office.