Welcome to the number one pet franchise in the UK.
Join a community of passionate pet care entrepreneurs
We Love Pets is dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their franchise owners by providing love and expert care to every pet household. Our mission is to promote the wellbeing and safety of pets everywhere while nurturing a community of like-minded franchise owners. These passionate owners are committed to setting high standards in pet care services and making a meaningful difference.
Joining We Love Pets goes beyond starting a business, it’s about being part of an internationally recognised brand celebrated for its high standards and commitment to providing a personal, award-winning service.
When you become a franchise owner, you’ll have dedicated support, including everything you need to launch and operate a successful pet care business. We’re committed to your long-term success by continually investing in your professional growth through regular workshops, training programs, and a robust support network designed to help you thrive in the pet care industry.
Empower your entrepreneurial spirit with flexibility
Starting your own We Love Pets franchise gives you the freedom to create the perfect work-life balance. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to build your own team of passionate individuals and enjoy a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle, instead of being stuck in a nine-to-five job. This, combined with our award-winning proven business model, will give you all the tools you need to succeed.
And with 16 years of franchising experience behind us, you’ll have the instant backing necessary to make your business thrive. With ongoing training and support, you’ll be part of a family that’s committed to helping you succeed. If you’re ready for a big change and want to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career, reach out today to learn more about franchising with We Love Pets. Let’s start this journey together and turn your passion for animal care into your dream job.
Why We Love Pets?
Multiple award-winning
Top 40 franchise in the UK. Highest-ranked pet franchise in the UK.
Unrivalled support
Our support package is second to none: account managers, webinars, business reviews and online training.
National brand
We’re the UK’s biggest franchise and growing with over 200 branches. Be part of a welfare-first brand.
Family of franchisees for peer support
You’ll be part of an amazing community of like-minded franchisees who will become your friends.
Start straight away
With a tried and tested successful business plan in place, you start ready to go!
Easy funding
Government-backed loan provider pre-approves We Love Pets franchises. Payment plans are also available.
The most ethical multi-service pet franchise
Ethical Accreditation from the Good Shopping Guide, highlighting our dedication to ethics, sustainability and the wellbeing of our pets.
Multi- pet service for bigger earning potential
We offer dog walking, pet sitting, cat care, home boarding, puppy care and so much more.
Comprehensive training
We offer four in-person training days and an extensive list of online training courses, as well as conferences and webinars.
Do you have any questions?
A brand you can trust
The numbers speak for themselves
Meet our franchisees
In our franchise family, diversity is celebrated. Our franchisees represent a blend of individuals, men, women, partners, sisters, and friends, spanning from age 19 to 70.
You’ll find nurses, teachers, retirees, corporate professionals, dog walkers, graduates, sole traders, and many others in our network. What brings us together is our shared love for pets and a commitment to upholding high standards of animal welfare. Come and join our family and transform your passion into a successful business.
Meet Deb
From corporate life to franchise life
Deborah is at the helm of the We Love Pets branch in Hereford, bring with her a lifelong passion for animals. Raised near farmland, she grew up surrounded by a diverse array of creatures, from the typical dogs and cats to the more unconventional mice, chickens, and even tarantulas! Her love for nature and outdoor adventures led her briefly consider becoming a dog walker for another We Love Pets branch. However, fate had a more significant role in mind, eventually placing her in charge of her own branch.
Deborah’s enthusiasm for walking led her to meticulously plot the most picturesque and enjoyable dog-walking routes in Hereford. She has also handpicked a team of individuals who share her deep-seated love and unwavering commitment to animals.
What’s truly remarkable is Deborah’s transition from her 28-year career in the banking sector, specifically in Lloyds Branch Business Banking, where she had extensive experience working with franchises and conducting thorough research. It was a natural choice for her to align her passion with her profession by joining We Love Pets.
Meet Joe
From office worker to franchisee
It was now or never!
‘I have always wanted to work for myself and knew it was now or never to start something new. A franchise provided the support I needed- marketing, website, and planning – while allowing me the ability to control my success. We Love Pets stood out by offering comprehensive services and more potential for success.
We Love Pets responded promptly and provided detailed information, setting them apart. Their support and training. Including first aid, impressed me. Other franchises weren’t as memorable or responsive. If you’re ready to own a business with a strong support system, definitely consider We Love Pets.’
Meet Kirsty and Matt
From employment to freedom
‘We love doing something together that we enjoy and can personally invest in. We are excited to have the freedom to work for ourselves. We love the values that We Love Pets stand for, the fact that they train their franchisees so well and their number one priority is the welfare of the animals.’
The Package
Exclusive territory
- We’ll work with you to map out an exclusive territory where your branch will operate.
- You’ll be given an area unique to you, with rights to trade.
- We show you how to market to your unique territory.
First year covered
During your first year, we’ll cover:
- Essential licence under We Love Pets for your territory.
- A year’s worth of insurance to cover yourself, the pets and the public.
- Branded uniform items.
- Complete social media set up.
Training and education
- We set you up for success with our training package.
- Our unrivalled training package provides OFQUAL qualifications in pet care though our sister company novabright
- Lifetime access to our knowledge library including courses and support materials.
Paid media and marketing
- We provide paid advertising services for your benefit, including a free Google Ads campaign upon launch.
- A library of printable and digital assets which our in-house design team update monthly.
- You will benefit from national marketing campaigns that we launch each month.
Ongoing support
- Great SEO and constant branch page updates so you can hit the ground running.
- Unrivalled online marketing from our in-house marketing team. We’ll help guide customers to your new branch.
- Constant support from our expert head office team and amazing franchisee network.
Technology and innovation
- Access to our We Love Pets Connect system – run your business through one system and state-of-the-art app.
- Access to our company intranet and internal social platform for sharing workplace updates, forms, links, documents, and assets.
- Your own optimised web page.
- Interactive online training courses developed by animal care professionals.
We Love Pets VS Going it alone
We Love Pets
we’re an award-winning brand with a strong customer base, great reputation and strong online presence.
with pre-approved funding, immediate online presence, marketing, uniform and leaflets.
business training to help you get ahead, data insights into financial potential and supported growth goals and targets.
you’ll never face any challenge alone with our amazing network there to support you.
you’ll have unlimited training in all aspects of pet care and running a business to set you up for success.
Going it alone
you’ll have to work hard to build up a reputation and spend time and money on a website and spreading the word.
with a personal loan or savings. Try to stand out from the competition without the benefits of a national brand.
take risks that might pay off. With no guidance, you’ll have to teach yourself, spending your own time researching and making your own projections.
no support network there to help you, which might make you feel lost and overwhelmed.
spend time searching how to be qualified, learn marketing, software and GDPR compliance on your own, and apply for training.
Need help funding your franchise?
No problem! We’re partnered with a government-backed loan provider that supports new We Love Pets franchisees with start-up loans for the full franchise fee within a few weeks.
Other funding options may include:
- Self-funding
- Personal loan
- Klarna for payment plans
- Credit or debit card