Whether you operate a storefront salon or a fleet of mobile grooming vans, we connect you with brokers who understand appointment density, groomer retention, and recurring client revenue.
Selling a pet grooming business is different than selling other service businesses. You have loyal customers, skilled groomers who are hard to replace, and often recurring appointment schedules that need to be presented correctly to buyers.
We start by analyzing your business model. Is it mobile or storefront? Do you have W2 employees or 1099 contractors? What is your groomer retention rate?
From there, we identify business brokers who specialize in the pet industry. Some are experts in selling mobile routes to owner-operators, while others work with investors looking to acquire high-volume salons.
• Recurring Appointments – A full book of clients on 4-6 week recurring schedules is the most valuable asset a grooming business has.
• Groomer Stability – In a talent-short market, a stable team of experienced groomers is critical for business continuity.
• Mobile vs. Storefront – Mobile businesses often sell for higher multiples of earnings due to lower overhead and high demand for convenience.
• Equipment & Vans – For mobile businesses, the condition and age of your grooming vans directly impact the valuation.
Buyers scrutinize your appointment book, groomer retention, and efficiency metrics.
A dense schedule of clients on automatic 4-6 week rotations proves revenue stability. Buyers pay a premium for "sticky" recurring clientele.
Clients are loyal to their groomer, not just the brand. A stable team of W2 groomers with non-compete agreements increases business value.
For mobile groomers, route density is key. Tighter routes mean less drive time, lower fuel costs, and higher daily revenue per van.
To get the highest price, we work with brokers who "recast" your P&L to show the true Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE). In the pet industry, this involves specific add-backs:
The pet industry is booming, attracting diverse buyers.
1. Mobile Franchises:
Large mobile grooming franchises often buy independent operators to acquire their vans, client lists, and groomers to expand territories instantly.
2. Owner-Operators:
Experienced groomers looking to leave a salon and run their own business are the most common buyers for smaller shops and single-van routes.
3. Pet Care Investors:
Investors aggregating pet services (boarding + grooming + vet) are buying profitable salons with management in place to build regional pet care platforms.
If clients hear you are selling, they may worry their favorite groomer is leaving and switch shops. If groomers hear, they may panic and quit.
Our Approach: We utilize strict NDAs and "blind profiles." We market the revenue, location type, and cash flow without revealing the business name until a buyer has been vetted.
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"It’s currently the first month of working with Centergrowth, and we’ve already signed our first listing. In addition, they’ve over-delivered on appointments, and we’re reviewing financials from a few more companies."
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1,065 Appointments in 6 months
"Centergrowth booked over 480 appointments in 3 months directly onto our calendar."
Eurasian Capital was facing a number of difficulties as they tried to increase their top-of-funnel sales activity. They can only function with top-notch appointments (the majority of the time, funding has been successfully raised), but Centergrowth was consistently able to attract high-quality appointments from the beginning.
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If you are exploring a sale now or in the next few years, your first move should be speaking with someone who understands the pet industry.
On our first call, we will discuss your appointment volume, staff structure, and exit goals. From there, we will suggest one or more brokers or M&A advisors who are best positioned to sell your specific type of pet grooming business.
We support Pet Grooming Business owners across the United States. Select your state to find local assistance.
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Discuss Your IndustryCentergrowth works with specialized Pet Grooming Business Brokers in every state to help owners of grooming salons, mobile grooming units, and multi-location pet care businesses sell efficiently, confidentially, and for maximum value.
If you’re a broker specializing in pet grooming businesses, our business broker lead generation can put more qualified business owners into your pipeline each week.
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