Pet Services franchises

Bark Busters Franchise Opportunity

In-home dog training and behaviour franchise founded in Australia in 1989, with head office in Wollongong NSW and franchisees operating exclusive territories.

26 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1990Registered as Speaking Dog Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Bark Busters franchise cost?

A Bark Busters franchise requires a total investment of $55,000–$155,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

Bark Busters vs the Pet Services median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeBark BustersCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$55K–$155K$27,000–$54,000 (15)above median

Medians from the Pet Services Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

26venues in Australia
26franchised businesses
0company-owned units
22franchisees (operators)
36years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007344) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$55,000 – $155,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007344) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Yes

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007344) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Bark Busters’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007344) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website barkbusters.com.au

Phone 0401205244

Email toddmorris@barkbusters.com.au

Registered office Suite 1/140 Keira Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007344) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How Bark Busters’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
New South WalesStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
VictoriaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
QueenslandStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
South AustraliaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
Western AustraliaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
Australian Capital TerritoryStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Bark Busters franchise cost?

A Bark Busters franchise requires a total investment of $55,000–$155,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are Bark Busters's ongoing fees?

Bark Busters's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is Bark Busters on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Bark Busters appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.