Barking Mad

Pet Pioneers Since 2000

The original pet pioneers established in 2000, Barking Mad is the UK’s most trusted dog sitting service, as independently verified by TrustPilot. Our fully supported and multi award-winning success story, provides bespoke dog holidays through our network of dedicated, local professionals.

Join Our Pack

Would you jump at the chance to ditch your current routine and enjoy the company of dog lovers every day? Barking Mad recruit a community of carefully vetted, dog-loving host families who care for pets whilst their owners are away. We are expanding across the UK and need new motivated, Barking Mad business owners to meet demand.

Tail Wagging Comprehensive Business and Customer Support

Our experienced team of experts from dog behaviour and accounts advice, to social media and online marketing support, make sure you have everything you need. Barking Mad one to one business planning and expert training guides you every step of the way.Our Customer Contact Centre experienced advisors provide a friendly and professional voice to answer every call your business receives, even booking appointments and converting customers for you.

Award Woofing Systems

Barking Mad are always investing in the latest systems to stay ahead of the pack. As a Full Member of the British Franchise Association (Bfa) since 2002, our team has been recognised with multiple awards and nominations including from the Bfa & HSBC, Amazon Business, Pet Industry Federation (PIF), Encouraging Women In Franchising (Ewif), WorkBuzz Best Franchise Awards and many more.

Loyal Repeat Business & Referrals in Massive Growth Industry

We’re a national of pet lovers and with the value of the UK pet market set to hit £7bn by 2021, demand for dog holidays is predicted to increase. Our customers and hosts love Barking Mad (just read any of our reviews) using us year after year and recommending us every day to friends and family. You know as a dog lover yourself, that customers want the very best for their pet and whether it’s Brexit or recession, they won’t compromise on dog care.

Top Dog Brand Leader As Seen On TV

A strong brand and extensive expert resources means we have a tried and tested recipe for your success. Barking Mad has a strong brand presence both online and offline with a TV advert, as well as being featured by the national media including the BBC, ITN, Daily Mail, Metro, Evening Standard and many more.

Part of Franchise Brands plc Group

Franchise Brands plc is an international multi-brand franchisor with a combined network of over 450 franchisees in 12 countries, but predominantly in the UK. The Group’s current principal brands are Barking Mad, Metro Rod, ChipsAway and Ovenclean. Franchise Brands’ vision is to create a group of market-leading franchise businesses that benefit from sharing the same support services. This model allows the management of the individual brands to focus on expanding their networks and supporting their franchisees to grow their businesses. The Company’s shares are traded on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM”) of the London Stock Exchange.

Esteemed Home from Home Hound Heritage

Our founder Lee Dancy was looking for care for her dalmatian Bronte back in 1999 and didn’t feel kennels were appropriate for her best friend. Realising there was a gap in the market for one to one pet care, Lee started the very first dog home boarding business to become an accredited franchise system. The business boomed across the UK and the rest is history with Barking Mad having changed the lives of thousands and thousands of dogs and people. Our customers, hosts, staff members and dogs are all Barking Mad through and through!

Fully Insured, Licensed & ISO9001 Canine Compliant

Barking Mad has been fully insured and worked with all relevant UK Local Authorities and Councils since 2000. The Barking Mad system is the only dog care franchise to achieve ISO 9001 certification, the world’s most recognised quality management standard. This allows consistently high implementation of a robust quality system and us to be fully compliant with all laws holding licenses in more areas than any other UK home boarding business.

• The very best systems and support – ISO 9001 accredited.
• Professional training with a family feel delivered by experienced experts.
• Corporate clothing and equipment.
• Comprehensive branded marketing materials.
• Your own website pages and social media set-up and support.
• TrustPilot No.1 status with thousands of 5* reviews.
• Online marketing (SEO, PR, PPC, Google, Bing + more) set-up and support.
• Established and supportive franchise network since 2002.
• Exclusive territory.
• Guidance through licensing processes.
• Fully insured.

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