(PRESS RELEASE) LIVONIA, MI — With U.S. pet market expenditures reaching approximately $150.6 billion in 2024, two pet retail brands look toward another year of milestones fueled by growth and opportunity. Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are riding the momentum of significant franchise development growth in 2024, with a combined total of opening 33 stores and securing agreements for an additional 38. As a result of its achievements, Pet Supplies Plus ranked #29 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500, making it the highest-ranking pet brand for the 11th year in a row.
Nick Russo
“This recognition from Entrepreneur is a strong validation of Pet Supplies Plus’s continued growth and success, which would not be possible without the dedication of our leadership team, the passion from our franchise partners, and each neighbor that walks through our doors,” says Nick Russo, Chief Development Officer of Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash. “As we look ahead to 2025, both Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are on an elevated path of growth as we expand our footprint into more neighborhoods across the country.”
As part of their continued mission of fostering a culture of compassion for the well-being of all animals, Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash made impactful contributions to communities nationwide in 2024.
- In October of 2024, just one year after becoming the first pet retailer in the U.S. to partner with Terracycle and launching a nationwide sustainability project, the brands helped keep 27,000 pounds of pet product packaging from ending up in landfills and incinerators.
- Through nationwide events and initiatives to build awareness of the importance of pet adoptions, the pet retail brands helped almost 19,000 dogs and cats find forever homes, surpassing the original goal of 15,000. This initiative will continue in 2025.
- In the wake of national tragedies, Pet Supplies Plus donated 103,475 pounds of pet food valued around $168,000 to Texas, Georgia and North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Beryl and Hurricane Helene. Additionally, the brand supplied nearly 23,595 pounds of cat litter aiding around 6,000 cats for an entire month.
- For the fourth consecutive year, Pet Supplies Plus partnered with Best Friends Animal Society (BFAS), to support the non-profit’s goal of making every shelter no-kill. The franchise used the sales of toys from the previous summer and holiday seasons to donate $25,000 to the BFAS mission.
“After a momentous year filled with remarkable growth and impactful community engagement, our team is driven to reach new heights,” added Russo. “Our vision for the future is to maintain our status as the go-to neighborhood pet store in the industry and in the minds of our neighbors.”
The success of Pet Supplies Plus has been consistently recognized, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. In addition to the brand’s most recent ranking on the Franchise 500, Pet Supplies Plus also ranked #52 on the 2024 Franchise Times Top 400 list and #33 on Forbes’ 2025 Best Customer Service list, earning the top spot within the pet category for both awards. These accolades underscore the brand’s dedication to providing exceptional products, services and support to both neighbors and franchise partners.
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With pet spending anticipated to increase at a compound annual growth rate of 4.85% for the next five years, both Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are primed for continuous growth backed by a proven franchise model.
Both Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are actively seeking single and multi-unit owners to join their growing families. To learn more about the Pet Supplies Plus franchise opportunity, visit petsuppliesplusfranchising.com.
To learn more about the Wag N’ Wash franchise opportunity, visit wagnwashfranchising.com.
About Pet Supplies Plus
Pet Supplies Plus, a subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc., is focused on making it easier to get better products and services for your pet. With 730 locations in 44 states and counting, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural pet foods, goods, and services. Additionally, petsuppliesplus.com provides neighbors with additional shopping options to better meet their pet-shopping needs. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, Pet Supplies Plus ranked No. 29 in Entrepreneur’s Annual Franchise 500 list and No. 33 on Forbes’ list of ‘Best Customer Service’ brands in 2024. For more information on Pet Supplies Plus franchise opportunities, visit petsuppliesplusfranchising.com.
About Wag N’ Wash
Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming, a full-line dog grooming and self-wash specialty retail destination, has a mission to recognize, promote and foster the positive impact that companion pets and their humans have on each other. Wag N’ Wash provides full-service grooming, self-wash facilities, baked dog treats, natural food, supplements, and toys. Wag N’ Wash has ranked on Denver Business Journal’s Colorado-Based Franchisors List, Franchise Times’ Top 200+ List and Franchise Gator’s Top 100 Franchisees List. Today, there are 28 Wag N’ Wash locations open across the nation. To learn more about Wag N’ Wash, please visit wagnwashfranchising.com.
