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Start Your Own Home Boarding Business

With ALM

Start Your Own Home Boarding Business

With ALM

ALM Home Boarding Franchise

Build a Business You'll Love

Turn your passion for pets into a rewarding business. Offer trusted home boarding services while enjoying the flexibility of being your own boss, backed by our experienced team.

Why Choose an ALM Pet Services Franchise?

✔ Established and trusted brand

✔ Growing demand for pet care services

✔ Comprehensive training and ongoing support

✔ Proven business model

✔ Flexible working hours

✔ Be part of a supportive franchise network

Services You'll Offer

Home-from-Home Care: Offering pets a relaxed, family environment with plenty of love, attention, and companionship throughout their stay.

 

Tailored Care: Every pet is different. You'll provide personalised care based on their routine, dietary requirements, exercise needs, and personality, ensuring they feel happy, comfortable, and well looked after.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you love animals and are looking for a rewarding opportunity to run your own business, we'd love to hear from you.

Request your free Franchise Information Pack today and discover how you could build a successful Home Boarding business with ALM Pet Services.

Build a Business You'll Love

Turn your passion for pets into a rewarding business. Offer trusted home boarding services while enjoying the flexibility of being your own boss, backed by our experienced team.

Why Choose an ALM Pet Services Franchise?

✔ Established and trusted brand

✔ Growing demand for pet care services

✔ Comprehensive training and ongoing support

✔ Proven business model

✔ Flexible working hours

✔ Be part of a supportive franchise network

Services You'll Offer

Home-from-Home Care: Offering pets a relaxed, family environment with plenty of love, attention, and companionship throughout their stay.

 

Tailored Care: Every pet is different. You'll provide personalised care based on their routine, dietary requirements, exercise needs, and personality, ensuring they feel happy, comfortable, and well looked after.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you love animals and are looking for a rewarding opportunity to run your own business, we'd love to hear from you.

Request your free Franchise Information Pack today and discover how you could build a successful Home Boarding business with ALM Pet Services.

At ALM Pet Services Ltd, we're passionate about delivering professional, reliable pet care services while helping ambitious individuals build successful businesses of their own. Our growing network offers a fantastic pet care franchise opportunity for people who love animals and want to become their own boss.

 

With increasing demand for dog walking and pet care services across the UK, our proven dog walking franchise model allows franchise partners to launch a rewarding business with the backing of an experienced and supportive team. Whether you're looking for a career change or seeking an affordable franchise opportunity, ALM Pet Services Ltd provides a starting point into the thriving pet care industry.

Starting your own franchise business opportunity with ALM Pet Services Ltd is simple.

 

Once you join, you'll receive everything you need to launch and grow your local pet care business under our trusted brand. We provide training, operational systems, marketing guidance, and ongoing support to help you establish yourself within your area.

 

Fees & Investment

 

Our pet care franchise provides you with the systems, training, branding, and ongoing support needed to build and grow a successful business in your local area. Whether you specialise in dog walking, pet sitting, home boarding, or a combination of services, you will benefit from our proven business model, industry expertise, and continued guidance every step of the way.

 

To secure your franchise opportunity, an initial £500 deposit is required.

 

The remaining franchise fee is payable on an agreed date prior to the commencement of your training:

 

  • Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Franchise: £6,500 (£500 deposit + £6,000 remaining fee)

 

  • Home Boarding Franchise: £8,500 (£500 deposit + £8,000 remaining fee)

 

Important Information

 

If you have purchased a franchise for dog walking and pet sitting and later wish to add home boarding, this will be available at a separate rate, as home boarding is treated as a separate franchise offering.

Our franchise model has been designed to offer a genuine low cost franchise opportunity with strong growth potential.

 

When you join ALM, you'll benefit from:

 

  • A recognised and trusted pet care brand

  • Flexible working hours and lifestyle benefits

  • Comprehensive training and business setup support

  • Exclusive location opportunities

  • Access to proven systems and marketing resources

  • Ongoing business development guidance

  • Lead generation support to help build and grow your client base

  • Growing demand within the pet care sector

  • Marketing materials such as business cards, leaflets, van signage etc.

 

If you're looking to buy a franchise with lower start up costs than many traditional franchise models, our opportunity provides an accessible route into business ownership, giving you the support, tools, and confidence to build a successful pet care business in your local area.

One of the biggest advantages of joining our pet care business franchise is that you're never on your own.

 

From your initial training through to the day-to-day running and growth of your business, our experienced support team is on hand to provide guidance and assistance whenever you need it.

 

As a franchise partner, you'll receive:

 

  • Initial onboarding and business launch support
  • Marketing and lead generation guidance
  • Access to operational systems and procedures
  • Business growth and development strategies
  • Ongoing coaching and mentoring
  • Access to franchise resources, updates, and best practices

 

Whether you're new to business ownership or already have experience, our comprehensive support structure is designed to help you build a successful, sustainable, and profitable business.

Starting your own ALM franchise is an exciting step towards building your own business. We understand that planning your investment and exploring funding options is an important part of your journey.

 

There may be a range of government backed financial support options available to help new business owners get started, depending on your individual circumstances.

 

You may wish to explore:

 

Government backed Start Up Loans – funding options designed to support new and early-stage businesses, alongside business guidance and mentoring. 

 

Our team is here to support you throughout the process, helping you understand the opportunities available and guiding you as you take the next step towards becoming your own boss.

 

With the backing of the ALM Pet Services Ltd brand, training and ongoing support, you can build your pet care business with confidence.

 

(Funding availability and eligibility will vary depending on individual circumstances and current government schemes.)

What sort of income can I expect?

 

As with any franchise opportunity, your success will depend on the time, effort, and commitment you put into growing your business. As part of our proven pet care franchise model, you'll benefit from established branding, marketing support, training, and ongoing guidance designed to help you build a profitable business in your local area.

 

With demand for dog walking, pet sitting, home boarding, and other pet services continuing to grow across the UK, our dog walking franchise offers excellent earning potential for motivated franchise partners.

 

Is my area exclusive to me?

 

Yes. Every ALM Pet Services Ltd franchise partner receives an exclusive territory, ensuring you have the opportunity to grow your customer base without competing against another ALM franchisee in the same area.

 

As part of our franchise business opportunity, enquiries generated within your territory will be directed to you, helping you establish yourself as the go-to local pet care provider.

 

Can I resell my franchise?

 

Yes. An ALM Pet Services Ltd franchise is an investment in your future and can be sold should you decide to move on or retire.

As your business grows and develops a loyal customer base, your dog business franchise can become a valuable asset, making it an attractive proposition for future buyers.

 

Can I obtain finance?

 

Yes. There are a variety of finance options available through banks and government-backed Start-Up Loan schemes that may help you fund your investment.

 

As an affordable franchise UK opportunity, many prospective franchisees find funding options accessible. Our team will be happy to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

 

What services can I offer?

 

One of the benefits of joining our animal care franchise is the flexibility to build a business that suits your lifestyle and interests.

You can offer dog walking, pet sitting, home boarding, puppy visits, pet taxi services, and other pet care services under the trusted ALM Pet Services Ltd brand. Whether you choose to focus on one service or multiple revenue streams, we'll help you build a thriving local business.

 

What training and support do I receive?

 

No previous business experience is required.

 

When you join our pet care franchise, you'll receive comprehensive training, business setup guidance, marketing support, operational systems, and ongoing mentorship from our experienced team.

 

Our goal is to give you everything you need to confidently launch and grow your business while benefiting from a proven franchise opportunity.

 

What about marketing and advertising?

 

Marketing support is included as part of your franchise package.

 

We provide branding, digital marketing guidance, social media support, promotional materials, and lead generation assistance to help you attract customers from day one. As part of our low cost franchise opportunity, we aim to remove much of the guesswork involved in marketing a new business.

 

What about insurance and compliance?

 

Safety, professionalism, and trust are at the heart of everything we do. ALM Pet Services Ltd operates to high industry standards, with fully insured and DBS-checked team members and a commitment to providing exceptional animal care. 

 

We'll guide you through any insurance and compliance requirements needed to operate your local business, ensuring you can focus on delivering outstanding care to pets and their owners.

 

Why choose an ALM Pet Services franchise?

 

If you're looking to buy a franchise UK business that combines flexibility, affordability, and a genuine passion for animals, ALM Pet Services Ltd could be the perfect fit.

 

Our dog walking franchise allows you to become your own boss, work with animals every day, and build a rewarding business with the backing of an established and trusted brand. If you’re looking for an affordable franchise under £10,000 with comprehensive support, ALM Franchise could be the perfect fit for you.

Meet Emma...

Anna joined the ALM Pet Services Ltd family as a franchisee in October 2025, turning a lifelong passion for animals into a rewarding career.

 

Like many aspiring pet care professionals, Anna knew she wanted to work with animals but wasn't sure how to take the first step. After discovering ALM Pet Services Ltd through our social media channels, she realised franchising offered the perfect balance of independence and support. Rather than facing the challenges of starting a business alone, Anna was able to launch her pet care career with the guidance, training and ongoing support of an experienced team behind her.

 

What Anna Loves About the Job

 

"The best part of my day is being outdoors with dogs. I love the fresh air, staying active and spending time with animals every day."

 

For Anna, no two days are the same. Whether she's leading group walks, meeting new canine companions or exploring local countryside routes, she enjoys the freedom and fulfilment that comes with working outdoors. As a dog owner herself, she understands the importance of providing pets with the care, exercise and attention they deserve.

Emma joined the ALM Pet Services Ltd family as a franchisee in January 2026, turning her passion for animals into a fulfilling and flexible career. Like many people who dream of working with animals, Emma knew she wanted a career where she could make a difference but wasn’t sure how to turn that passion into a successful business. After discovering ALM Pet Services Ltd through our social media channels, she saw that franchising provided the perfect opportunity to become her own boss while having the support and guidance of an established team behind her.

 

Rather than navigating the challenges of starting a business alone, Emma was able to launch her pet care career with expert training, proven systems and ongoing support every step of the way.

 

Growing a Successful Franchise

 

Since launching her franchise, Emma has built a strong reputation within her local community and developed a loyal base of clients who trust her to provide exceptional care for their pets. With access to ALM’s marketing support, business resources and continued guidance, Emma has been able to grow her services, attract new customers and build lasting relationships through both professional recommendations and word-of-mouth referrals.

 

Emma’s Biggest Achievement

 

One of Emma’s proudest achievements has been seeing her client base grow and becoming a trusted part of so many pets’ routines. Building strong relationships with both pets and their owners has been incredibly rewarding and has given her the confidence to continue growing her business.

Life as an ALM Franchisee

 

"Joining ALM gave me the confidence to take the leap and start my own business. Having the support of an experienced team behind me meant I never felt like I was doing it alone. I’ve been able to build a career around something I genuinely love, while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of being my own boss."

 

What Emma Loves About the Job

 

"The best part of my day is spending time with the dogs and seeing how happy they are. Every walk is different, and I love being outdoors, staying active and building a real connection with the pets I care for."

 

For Emma, no two days are the same. Whether she’s taking dogs on exciting group walks, meeting new furry friends or exploring new routes within her local area, she enjoys the variety, independence and fulfilment that comes with running her own pet care business.

As an animal lover herself, Emma understands how important it is for pets to receive the care, attention and exercise they need — and she loves being able to provide that every day.

 

At ALM Pet Services Ltd, we're proud to help people like Emma turn their love for animals into successful home boarding businesses. With comprehensive training, ongoing support and a proven business model, our franchisees have the confidence and tools they need to provide exceptional care for pets while building a rewarding career they truly love.

Growing a Successful Franchise

 

Since launching her franchise, Anna has quickly established a loyal and growing client base. With support from ALM's proven marketing resources, business systems and ongoing guidance, she has been able to build strong relationships within her local community and attract new customers through both marketing and word-of-mouth recommendations.

 

Anna's Biggest Achievement

 

One of Anna's proudest achievements has been growing her client schedule faster than she expected. Building trust with local pet owners and creating lasting relationships with both clients and their dogs has been incredibly rewarding.

 

Life as an ALM Franchisee

 

"Having the support from ALM from day one made a huge difference. It gave me the confidence to start my own business and build a future doing something I genuinely love. I'm now spending my days outdoors, managing group walks and running a busy but rewarding business. The guidance and support helped me get established far quicker than I ever expected."

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