We have small pet-boarding companies, catteries, dog daycare companies through to multi-site complexes using Revelation Pets. Although there is no differentiator within the system to categorize the size of the company in our database, we can access sales revenue (actual payment received) for all of our subscribers’ bookings. Using this information, we averaged the monthly sales for 2015 and produced the following table to compare sales.
Please bear in mind that the values in this table may also include the optional charges such as grooming, drop off/pickups, etc.
Average Revenue 2015 Q3-4
| Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | TOTAL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | £4,666 | £5,916 | £4,495 | £4,722 | £3,408 | £2,679 | £25,886 |
| USA | $11,851 | $10,097 | $7,950 | $8,504 | $7,926 | $8,908 | $55,236 |
| Canada | $6,487 | $7,714 | $7,813 | $7,581 | $7,706 | $6,979 | $44,280 |
| New Zealand | $9,289 | $7,811 | $7,595 | $9,962 | $6,853 | $8,480 | $49,990 |
| Australia | $13,905 | $6,394 | $6,583 | $9,344 | $7,996 | $10,306 | $54,528 |
For detailed insights into improving pet kennel profitability, see Pet Kennels: A Profitability Analysis.
How much should you charge for average dog or pet boarding?
When owning a dog kennel trying to determine how much to charge for your pet boarding facility can be a challenge. We’ve found that most kennels and catteries look at other boarding facilities’ websites within their area to see how much they’re charging. With over a million nights booked on Revelation Pets, we have pulled out the data from our subscribers’ accounts to produce averages:
| Country | Average number of bookings made | Average number of rooms | Average spend per customer | Average spend per booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 563 | 39 | $346 | $120 |
| UK | 419 | 35 | £225 | £94 |
| Canada | 505 | 33 | $345 | $107 |
| New Zealand | 538 | 61 | $331 | $147 |
| Australia | 425 | 52 | $422 | $229 |
Pet Boarding Facility Rates by Pet Type and Region
| Pet Type | By Themselves | 2 Sharing | 3 Sharing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | Dog | $24 | $36 | $48 |
| Cat | $15 | $23 | $28 | |
| UK | Dog | £11 | £16 | £25 |
| Cat | £8 | £16 | £19 | |
| Canada | Dog | $24 | $37 | $57 |
| Cat | $18 | $23 | $38 | |
| New Zealand | Dog | $23 | $40 | $60 |
| Cat | $12 | $24 | $41 | |
| Australia | Dog | $29 | $56 | $61 |
| Cat | $11 | $30 | $17 |
Other stats (Averages) for 2015
further compare your business to your country averages we have compiled the following statistics. Using this information you can compare your growth and average customer spend per year and by booking. This information may help you calculate your cost per acquisition for new business and to help drive your marketing /sales strategy.
| Country | Average number of bookings made | Average number of rooms | Average spend per customer | Average spend per booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 563 | 39 | $346 | $120 |
| UK | 419 | 35 | £225 | £94 |
| Canada | 505 | 33 | $345 | $107 |
| New Zealand | 538 | 61 | $331 | $147 |
| Australia | 425 | 52 | $422 | $229 |
Kennel Business Profitability Considerations
There are many factors that influence how much a dog boarding business can make in a year, including location, services offered, start-up costs, operating costs, and profit margins. Starting a dog boarding business requires thorough market research, a clear business idea, and careful consideration of your business model, whether independent or franchise. It's important to comply with safety standards, obtain necessary safety permits, and have insurance in place to manage risks.
Providing a safe space for dogs is essential, with play areas, proper food, and excellent care as top priorities. Dog boarding businesses can become a profitable venture by offering additional services, add on services, and new services such as dog grooming, training, and overnight boarding. Understanding your monthly expenses, employee hours, and other expenses, as well as planning for unexpected expenses, is crucial for financial stability.
Using existing space or selecting the right location is an important consideration for setup and long term success. The growing demand and increasing demand from pet parents can help your business grow and attract more customers. Serving more dogs and expanding your service offerings can diversify revenue streams and help your business grow as the business grows.
Providing excellent care and service to customers is key to building a loyal customer base. Running a kennel business or dog kennel business requires attention to key factors such as facility design, services, and compliance. Businesses in the pet care industry should track costs, profit margins, and dog daycare income to remain profitable.
Make Your Kennel Business Model Easier to Manage with Revelation Pets
Success in the pet-care industry depends on careful planning, quality service, and adapting to market trends.
Revelation Pets has a range of reports that will help you review your own growth and help you to manage and analyze your business. Try us free for 14 days!
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