More devoted pet parents could mean more business for EarthWise pet care franchise

EarthWise Pet Supply decided a long time ago what kind of pet franchise we wanted to be. We wanted to be the best source for animal-lovers to find eco-friendly, all-natural pet food and pet products. We didn’t want to sell pets since there are plenty of adoptable pets ready to love. We wanted to make sure pets found good homes with families educated and equipped to help animals live their best lives.  

Since the pandemic started, pet adoptions are up. More people are working from home, so they’re spending more time with their pets and getting to know them better.

This trend is leading to a new awareness of how they interact with their cats and dogs as well as a new resolve to treat their animals better. Consider a recent survey by Zoetis Petcare.

Better care for pets

As reported by the New York Post, Zoetis Petcare surveyed 2,000 cat and dog owners about their spending more time at home with their pets during the pandemic. In that poll, 81% of those surveyed said they felt closer to their pets than ever before, and three-quarters of them said they wanted to give their pets a better quality of care as a reward for the pets being there for them.

“Seventy-two percent of respondents said they’re taking better care of their pet than ever before,” the Post reported, “including giving them more treats, taking them on more walks and cuddling or petting them more often.”

It’s that kind of revelation that can drive pet parents to seek out better quality food, products and services. EarthWise is already well-positioned to meet those needs.

Why customers choose the EarthWise pet care franchise

For more than 40 years, EarthWise has carried all-natural pet food lines that consumers can’t find at big-box stores. We look for smaller manufacturers that focus intensely on quality. 

“There’s an inherent protection in the industry on the nutrition side,” says CEO Michael Seitz, “where the best products always start in the independent channels.” Those that do jump ship to large retail chains typically end up having to compromise on sourcing or ingredients. Supply-and-demand issues emerge. Sometimes, those brands jump right back to smaller companies like EarthWise.

“What you’re seeing now is manufacturers who are refusing to jump channels in the first place,” Seitz says.

Customers also choose EarthWise for our knowledge. Our franchise owners and our staff are trained on all of our product lines, so they can consult with customers who come in looking for specific recommendations. We also have robust online and home delivery systems to make shopping convenient.

And while many businesses have worried about survival during the pandemic, EarthWise has been deemed an essential business in most communities. With more people than ever paying attention to the quality of their pets’ lives and the kinds of products they expose them to, we see a lot of blue skies ahead.

Explore your EarthWise franchise opportunities

Give your good boi a scritch behind the ears. Think about how much you love animals, and how much you’ve always wanted to own your own business. Then, consider giving us a call to have a conversation. We have a lot of opportunities for the right animal-loving entrepreneurs. Fill out the form below to get a Free Franchise Information Report and to start that conversation with one of our recruiters.