Dogtopia Posts Impressive 18.6% YTD Comp Sales

Leading Dog Daycare Ends Q3 with a Robust Development Pipeline
Heading to Franchise Expo West October 6-8 in Denver

PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#dogdaycarefranchise–Dogtopia ended a robust Q3 with 18.6 percent YTD comparable sales growth
and seven new franchised agreements signed. As the largest provider of
dog daycare in the United States, Dogtopia expects to open 55 locations
next year and is on track to have approximately 100 locations operating
by December 2017 while penetrating several new major markets.

“2016 has been a year of incredible milestones for us,” stated Neil
Gill, CEO of Dogtopia. “We’re humbled by the acknowledgement we’re
receiving for our dedication to the success of the brand, while
providing pet parents a safe place to leave their beloved furry
children. This recognition is a direct result of our Dogtopians (our
franchisees, store teams and support office) working together to exceed
the expectations of our two customers, the dog and the pet parent. We
look forward to continue growing the brand and pioneering the dog
daycare sector. To see same store sales increase by nearly 30 percent
over the last two years is a phenomenal result,” said Gill.

New franchise locations will be opening across several key states in
2017 including Arizona, California, Florida, Kentucky, Massachusetts,
Minnesota, New York, Tennessee and Texas as well as an additional
company-owned store in Virginia.

“2016 continues to validate Dogtopia’s positioning as the leading dog
daycare franchise,” stated Alex Samios, VP of Franchise Development for
Dogtopia. “We’re excited about the attention and newly sustained growth
the brand is experiencing. There is simply no other pet service
franchise with the performance, experience, reputation, leadership,
support and systems. Our franchise family continues to win market share
and dominate in every market we operate in. With open territories across
the entire Western region, we’re eager to find experienced new
franchisees to expand our brand.”

The company will be sharing details on its franchise opportunities at
Franchise Expo West October 6-8, 2016 at the Colorado Convention Center
in Denver. The largest franchise expo in the western United States,
Franchise Expo West connects thousands of qualified entrepreneurs and
potential franchisees with growing brands. At the expo, Samios will be
at booth No. 917 to meet with prospective franchise candidates and
discuss the company’s proven business model and track record.

About Dogtopia

Founded in 2002, Dogtopia is an early pioneer and innovator in the pet
services industry, offering an experience focused on safety and
transparency in the market. With an emphasis on education, exercise and
socialization for dogs, pet parents have the assurance of leaving their
beloved furry family members in the hands of trained professionals in an
environment created with the safety of dogs in mind. Each facility
averages between 3,500–10,000 square feet and is specially designed to
provide dogs and pet parents with the best experience by reducing odors,
noise level, illness and accidents. With 44 locations across North
America, the brand is now the largest provider of dog daycare in the
United States and will continue expansion by franchising with successful
entrepreneurs. For more information on Dogtopia, visit www.Dogtopia.com
or www.Dogtopia.com/success.

Contacts

Fishman Public Relations
Toni Lewin, (847) 945-1300
tlewin@fishmanpr.com