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Jim's Dog Wash vs Aussie Pooch Mobile

A Jim's Dog Wash franchise costs $70,000–$100,000 all-in, versus $26,900–$60,000 for Aussie Pooch Mobile. Aussie Pooch Mobile has the lower entry cost. Jim's Dog Wash is the larger network (200 vs 150 Australian outlets). On ongoing fees, Jim's Dog Wash charges an undisclosed royalty and Aussie Pooch Mobile charges an undisclosed royalty.

Figures as at July 2026 (Jim's Dog Wash) and July 2026 (Aussie Pooch Mobile). Confirm both against the disclosure document.

Side by side

Jim's Dog WashAussie Pooch Mobile
Total investment (all-in)$70,000–$100,000$26,900–$60,000
Initial franchise fee$25,000$15,000
Fit-out & equipment
Working capital$10,000$5,000
Royalty
Marketing levy
Term5 years5 years
Australian outlets200150
CategoryPet ServicesPet Services

Establishment ranges include working capital. Every figure is dated to its source, see each brand’s profile for the full breakdown and provenance.

Which is cheaper to get into?

Aussie Pooch Mobile is the cheaper way in, its establishment range starts at $26,900 against $70,000 for the other. Remember the all-in figure includes working capital; the gap can narrow or widen once you cost fit-out for a specific site.

Both in context

Jim's Dog Wash and Aussie Pooch Mobile are both pet services systems. The category median all-in investment is $45,000$200,000 with a 7.5% median royalty (Fee Index, n=51). See where each sits against the field in the Pet Services Fee Index.

Common questions

Is Jim's Dog Wash or Aussie Pooch Mobile cheaper to buy?

Aussie Pooch Mobile has the lower entry cost. Jim's Dog Wash costs $70,000–$100,000 all-in versus $26,900–$60,000 for Aussie Pooch Mobile. These are establishment ranges including working capital, always verify against the disclosure document.

Which has more locations, Jim's Dog Wash or Aussie Pooch Mobile?

Jim's Dog Wash is the larger network, with 200 Australian outlets versus 150 for Aussie Pooch Mobile.

What royalty do Jim's Dog Wash and Aussie Pooch Mobile charge?

Jim's Dog Wash charges an undisclosed royalty. Aussie Pooch Mobile charges an undisclosed royalty. Both are ongoing percentages of gross sales, confirm the current rates with each franchisor.

Should I choose Jim's Dog Wash or Aussie Pooch Mobile?

It depends on your budget, which territories each has available near you, and the format you want to run. This comparison uses each franchisor's published figures; before deciding, request both disclosure documents, check territory availability, and have an accountant review the numbers.

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