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Why We Love Pets
Build a pet business with a brand that does things differently
There are plenty of ways to start a pet care business.
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You could go it alone.
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You could join a low-cost franchise.
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Or you could build your business with the UK’s most established full-service pet care franchise.
At We Love Pets, we believe success comes from doing things properly — putting animal welfare first, supporting franchisees properly, and building businesses designed to last.
That approach has helped us become the largest full-service pet care franchise in the UK, with a nationwide network of over 100 franchisees running 180 branches.
We are not focused on being the cheapest.
We are focused on helping you build something exceptional.
Why franchisees choose We Love Pets
1. The UK’s Largest Full-Service Pet Care Franchise
Being the biggest is not just about numbers.
It means:
- Strong brand awareness
- Established systems and proven processes
- Greater buying power
- More national credibility
- More data and benchmarking to help franchisees grow
When customers search for trusted pet care, We Love Pets is already a recognised name.
That gives new franchisees a powerful head start.
2. An Ethical Brand Built Around Animal Welfare
This is one of our biggest differentiators.
Many pet care businesses focus purely on volume.
We don’t.
Our entire model is built around doing what’s best for the pet.
That means:
- No pack walking
- Maximum of 4 dogs per walk
- Careful temperament matching
- Thorough pet assessments
- Strict safety standards
- Qualified, trained carers
We have chosen to grow responsibly, even when that means saying no to shortcuts.
That commitment has helped us build exceptional trust with pet owners.
3. A Full-Service Model = More Revenue Opportunities
Many competitors focus on just one service.
We don’t.
As a We Love Pets franchisee, you can offer multiple in-demand services, including:
- Dog Walking
- Pet Sitting
- Home Boarding
- House Sitting
- Puppy Care
- Wedding Chaperone Services
Why does this matter?
Because it reduces risk.
If one service slows down seasonally, others often remain strong. It also means customers stay with you for longer and spend more over time. More services = more ways to grow.
4. Recurring Revenue and Repeat Customers
Pet care is not usually a one-off purchase.
Dog walking customers often book multiple times every week.
Cat sitting customers return every time they travel.
Home boarding customers book repeatedly throughout the year.
This creates something every business owner wants:
Predictable recurring revenue
Instead of constantly chasing new customers, you build a loyal customer base that keeps coming back.
That creates more stability and better long-term profitability.
5. Industry-Leading Support
Starting a business can feel overwhelming. That’s why our franchisees never build alone. When you join We Love Pets, you gain access to one of the most comprehensive support packages in UK pet care franchising.
Support includes:
- Dedicated franchise support team
- Business launch support
- Marketing and lead generation
- Meta and Google advertising campaigns
- Ongoing coaching and accountability
- Expert webinars
- Peer community
- Quarterly business reviews
- 24/7 HR support
- 24/7 Health & Safety support
- 24/7 veterinary advice line
Whether you need help winning customers, recruiting staff or solving operational challenges, support is always there.
6. Professional Qualifications Included
This is another major difference.
Many franchises provide business training only.
We go much further.
Your investment includes access to professional animal care education through Animal Ed.
That means you gain practical knowledge in:
- Animal welfare
- Canine behaviour
- Health and wellbeing
- Safety and risk management
- Pet care best practice
This helps you build credibility and confidence from day one.
It also gives customers something incredibly valuable: Reassurance that their pets are in qualified hands.
Why not just go it alone?
This is one of the most common questions we hear.
Yes, you could start independently.
But most independent businesses face major challenges:
- No established brand
- No proven systems
- No .support
- No training
- No national marketing
- No expert help when problems arise
Building alone can take years of trial and error.
Franchising helps you shortcut that learning curve.
You still build your business.
You simply do it with proven systems, trusted branding and experienced support behind you
More than a franchise
We don’t just sell territories.
We help people build businesses that create freedom, flexibility and long-term income. For many franchisees, joining We Love Pets has meant:
- Leaving corporate careers
- Replacing employment income
- Gaining control of their schedule
- Building something meaningful
- Working in an industry they genuinely love
This is about more than pets. It is about creating a life you choose.
Ready to discover if We Love Pets is right for you?
Book a discovery session and see what owning a We Love Pets franchise could look like for you.
