Pet Company

How Much Money Do Pet Companies Make? (2024)

Pat Walls

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Updated: June 23rd, 2024

TL;DR:

Based on our data, pet companies can make between $400-$1,833,333 per month.
The average revenue for a successful pet company is $344K per month.
The highest grossing pet company in our records makes over $21,999,996 per year.
Pet company owners salaries can vary wildly depending on industry, niche, and size of the business

So you're thinking about starting a pet company?

And now you're wondering how much pet company owners actually make...

Well, let’s dive in!

Here are example of real pet companies and how much money they make - as reported by the founders themselves:

1. iHeartDogs ($22M/year)

Justin Palmer and Marshall Morris came up with the idea for iHeartDogs after building large dog-themed Facebook communities. They realized the potential for a business centered around dog lovers and decided to create a brand that sold physical products and also served as a media property for advertising. The success of their first product, a beaded bracelet that represented meals donated to shelter pets, propelled them forward and they have since raised over $300,000 for various charitable causes. They have been profitable since their first month of operation and continue to grow on their own terms without outside funding.

How much money it makes: $22M/year

2. Pawstruck ($21M/year)

Kyle, the founder and CEO of Pawstruck.com, came up with the idea for his business after struggling to find healthy, all-natural dog treats for his puppy. Frustrated by the lack of options, he decided to start his own e-commerce business to supply other pet owners with high-quality and reasonably priced dog products. With a dedicated team and a strong focus on customer retention, Pawstruck.com has experienced rapid growth, earning a spot on the Inc 500 list and projected revenue in the eight figures.

How much money it makes: $21M/year

3. Animal Behavior College Inc. ($12M/year)

Steve Appelbaum, founder of Animal Behavior College, came up with the idea when he realized that there was a need for a school to train dog trainers. He combined a distance learning portion with hands-on training in pet stores, offering a unique hybrid model. The school has seen remarkable success, with double-digit growth every year from 2001-2014, and generates around $1 million in revenue per month.

How much money it makes: $12M/year

4. housepaws ($6.96M/year)

HousePaws was founded by a veterinarian who became disenchanted with the traditional veterinary environment. She decided to go mobile, delivering high-quality patient care to pets in the comfort of their own homes. Today, HousePaws has over 100 employees, generates more than $7 million in revenue, and aims to bring housecalls to every home in the United States.

How much money it makes: $6.96M/year

5. Woofie's ($3M/year)

Amy Reed and Leslie Barron started Woofie's in 2004 after realizing the need for reliable, personalized pet care in their area. They quit their corporate jobs and began offering dog walking and pet sitting services. They later expanded their business to include mobile grooming and launched a franchise program in 2018. With over $3 million in revenue in 2019 and plans to expand nationwide, Woofie's continues to lead the industry with their exceptional service and multiple revenue streams.

How much money it makes: $3M/year

6. Meowijuana ($2.4M/year)

Chris Glissman, the founder of Meowijuana, came up with the idea for his catnip company while working as a cable guy and using "Meowijuana" as a code word for arranging meetings with his co-workers. The idea stuck with him, and in 2005 he claimed the domain name and eventually acquired the business. Today, Meowijuana is an emerging global brand with a wide range of catnip products available in thousands of pet retailers worldwide, generating $200k in monthly revenue.

How much money it makes: $2.4M/year

7. Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC ($648K/year)

Melodi Landi started Furry Fellas Pet Service in 2006 after seeing a need for reliable in-home pet care in the Rhode Island community. As a pre-vet student working at a local veterinary hospital, she discovered that many pet owners were unable to travel because they didn't have a trusted person to care for their pets. After receiving recommendations from veterinarians and techs, Melodi started the business, which now employs 42 individuals and has been voted as one of the top 3 pet sitting/dog walking companies in the area for 8 years in a row.

How much money it makes: $648K/year

8. Diva Dog Bakery ($396K/year)

Kristin Larsen, founder of Diva Dog Bakery, started her business as a side hustle baking healthy dog treats. After facing job loss during the Great Recession, she scaled her hobby into a full-time income, selling at local farmers' markets and on Etsy. With her previous success as a Pinterest VA program founder, Larsen decided to revive her dog treat business and launch Diva Dog Bakery as a program, which has consistently brought in five figures a month since its launch in November 2020.

How much money it makes: $396K/year

9. Presidio Natural Pet Co ($360K/year)

In 2014, Spyq and his co-creators started a pet supplies store. They discovered that cats loved bonito flakes and decided to create their own product, Cat Sushi. After designing striking packaging, they began making the product themselves in the back of their store. The success of Cat Sushi led them to form their company, Presidio Natural Pet Company, where they now design and manufacture high-quality pet food products.

How much money it makes: $360K/year

10. Dope Dog ($360K/year)

Michael and Erin, the co-founders of Dope Dog, came up with the idea for their business when their dog, James, needed a natural alternative to the medicine he was prescribed after ACL surgeries. They started supplementing with CBD and saw incredible results, which led them to create a line of CBD products specifically designed for dogs. Since their launch in 2017, they have grown organically and are currently generating $18,000 in monthly revenue.

How much money it makes: $360K/year