How much does a DVMmatch franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $77,500–$129,000, including a $65,000 initial franchise fee.

How much do DVMmatch franchise owners make?

DVMmatch discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.

Is a DVMmatch franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. DVMmatch scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a DVMmatch franchise

Buyer-Advocate Franchise (Veterinary) · FDD 2024 · from public state filings

FDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses little to no earnings data (Item 19).

★☆☆☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 1/5

Investment

$77,500–$129,000

Total fees

9% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

0 ceased, 0 terminated

Lawsuits

What their own earnings claim actually says

No financial performance representations disclosed. Franchisor explicitly states it makes no representations about franchisee financial performance.

Honesty grade F: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

Zero terminations, closures, or transfers in 2023; only 4 total outlets systemwide.

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DVMmatch franchise — frequently asked

How much does a DVMmatch franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $77,500–$129,000, including a $65,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do DVMmatch franchise owners make?: DVMmatch discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.
What is the DVMmatch franchise failure rate?: Zero terminations, closures, or transfers in 2023; only 4 total outlets systemwide.
Is a DVMmatch franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. DVMmatch scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 32717-202412-11 (Clean FDD 2024). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with DVMmatch or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.