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Asking Price: $150,000 Established: 2010 Business Description Low Rent • Loyal Clientele • Free Parking • Turnkey Grooming Operation in One of LA’s Wealthiest Neighborhoods. San Marino neighbors Pasadena, San Gabriel, Alhambra and is easily accessible to the 110, 210, 164 and 10 freeways. BUSINESS OVERVIEW This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, independently operated free-roaming, cage-free dog grooming business with 15 years of continuous operation in San Marino, California—one of the most affluent residential communities in Los Angeles County. The business benefits from a loyal, repeat client base, strong neighborhood visibility, and a prime location on a wide, high-traffic thoroughfare with excellent walk-by exposure and free customer parking. The seller is exiting solely due to the long commute between home and the business, not due to operational or financial distress. OPERATIONS & CLIENT BASE 15 years in business under the same ownership Strong repeat clientele and neighborhood reputation Appointment-driven with walk-by visibility ADDING DOGGIE DAYCARE would increase revenue exponentially! ADDING additional groomers increases revenue MARKETING under new ownership or bring your brand Owner/operator made $3,000/monthly draw on the books Ideal for: Owner-operator groomer Grooming team looking to upgrade into ownership Multi-unit grooming brand seeking an affluent satellite location The business is stable, proven, and easy to transition. FACILITY & EQUIPMENT 5 professional grooming tables 2 primary bathing booths + 1 backup bathing station Washer & dryer on site 1 restroom Reception area Open, cage-free / free-roaming layout (highly desirable with modern pet owners) Leased Equipment: Five grooming dryers, lease cost: $100/month total - no reason to service or replace worn equipment! All other equipment is owned and included Inventory is not included LEASE & OCCUPANCY COSTS (EXCEPTIONALLY STRONG) Monthly Rent: $3,250 (Modified Gross) New direct lease with landlord, if well qualified Annual Rent Increases: Historically only $100 per year Electricity: ~$200/month (non-HVAC months) Up to ~$450/month when HVAC is in use Long-term landlord stability and predictable occupancy costs For San Marino, this rent profile is well below market volatility and highly favorable for a service business. REASON FOR SALE Owner is selling solely due to the long commute from home, not due to performance issues. The business continues to operate normally. SUMMARY Prime San Marino location Affluent, pet-centric demographic Low, predictable rent Cage-free model with modern appeal 15-year operating history Turnkey opportunity with upside LOCATION & DEMOGRAPHICS (WHY THIS MATTERS) San Marino, CA is consistently ranked among the wealthiest cities in Los Angeles County Median household income: ~$180,000+ High concentration of owner-occupied homes, professionals, and long-term residents Strong demand for premium pet services with consistent discretionary spending Adjacent to Pasadena, South Pasadena, and Arcadia, expanding the customer draw Main wide thoroughfare with strong daily visibility and easy ingress/egress Walk-by traffic friendly with neighborhood foot traffic and repeat local clients - amenities on the same street, coffee, national telecom, fitness, custom framing/art, restaurant/cafe Free on-site customer parking (rare and valuable for grooming businesses) This is exactly the type of demographic that sustains grooming businesses through economic cycles. Serious buyers looking for a low-risk, location-driven grooming business in an elite LA submarket should take a close look. Serious inquiries only. Confidentiality required and proof of funds are necessary before name, address or financials will be disclosed. Broker co-op with active agents. Ad#:2470830
Great investment opportunity with established kennel business. Nice home, barn, stable and pavilion in a excellent location close to the Chesapeake Bay.
This well established pet store and grooming salon offers a full range of services under one roof. Including pet products, professional grooming, and high traffic self-service pet washing stations. This business is located in a high-traffic area and is currently booked 2 months out. The loyal, repeat, and luxury customer base chooses this business over competitors because of the strong reputation that has been built on quality, convenience, and care. This business is fully equipped, clean, and designed for an efficient luxury experience. Currently is owner-operated and runs smoothly with experienced staff. This business is poised to be turned into semi-absentee owner ran business, or a full franchise model. Revenue streams are diversified across multiple streams of income, creating stability and consistent cash flow. The seller is seeking a buyer to take this business over to expand this already well-established cash flowing business. With the growing demand for pet care services, there's potentially significant room to expand this already existing location through e-commerce sales, adding additional staff, or adding additional location. This is a rare chance to step into a profitable, established business in the forever expanding, recession-resistant, pet industry. Inventory not included, to be determined at the time of sale.
GREAT opportunity for an owner/operator! Established pet grooming salon in affluent La Canada Flintridge offers exceptional opportunity for owner-operator. Operating since 2019 in a location that has served as a grooming facility for over 45 years, this neighborhood favorite boasts 1,500+ loyal clients and maintains 5-star Yelp reviews. Financial Performance: • Annual Revenue: $300,000 • Cash Flow (SDE): $108,000 • Strong 36% cash flow margin demonstrates profitability • Consistent performance with established client base Business Strengths: • Award-winning groomer on staff • Prime location in upscale neighborhood • 1,250 sq ft facility with $2,200/month lease • 4 dedicated employees • Excellent reputation built over 6 years Growth Opportunities: • Retail expansion with pet accessories and treats • Mobile grooming services • Pet shuttle service for client convenience • Untapped potential in established market The seller offers comprehensive transition support including training and continued employment as groomer to ensure client retention. Inventory included in sale. Ideal for experienced groomer or entrepreneur seeking established business in prestigious Los Angeles County location with proven revenue stream and growth potential. Ad#:2377025 Detailed Information Location: La Canada Flintridge, CA Inventory: Included in asking price Real Estate: Leased Building SF: 1,250 Lease Expiration: N/A Employees: 4 Facilities: Grooming salon in an affluent neighborhood with reasonable rent. Includes 3 large grooming stations and 2 drying stations, numerous kennels, 3 dryers, 2 tubs and all necessary equipment. Includes a backyard area with 4 large kennels. Competition: Salon is busy and maintains excellent reputation in the neighborhood. With over 1500 clients to boast, a neighborhood favorite and 5 star Yelp reviews, along with the owner being an award winning groomer, the business has been very successful since it was established in 2019. The brick and mortar location has actually been a dog grooming facility for over 45 years! Growth & Expansion: Retail add-on sales for accessories, decor & treats. Pet shuttle opportunities for clients who request it. Growth into a mobile unit would add another stream of revenue. Support & Training: Seller is offering a smooth transition with training and would like to continue employment as a dog groomer thereafter for a mutually agreed upon term and compensation package to ensure client retention and operational know-how. Business Website: https://www.lacanadapetgrooming.com
Animal hospital with over 40 years of history. Great, consistent clientele with good profits! Current owner only works three hours a day six days a week. This location was initially an emergency animal hospital that was open a minimum of 12-16 hours a day. Since then, the owner/seller has brought down the number of staff and hours to coincide with his semi-retired life, but the hours available each day 8a-11a are packed with clients coming in with their pets for various reasons. All vet services from neutering, spading, surgical, dental care, prescription diets and products are provided at this location. PLEASE NOTE: The operation has been run without a CRM, but does accept credit cards with a strong client base in the area. They are one of the very few animal hospitals in the immediate area. There will be a need to update their operating systems and to hire additional staff. Real Estate also available via a commercial real estate broker!
National transaction benchmarks for pet services businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating pet services acquisitions.
Owners trust a specific person; understand whether clients follow the shop or the individual, and what contracts and non-competes exist.
Boarding and daycare need suitable space and zoning/noise clearance that retail doesn't — confirm the location is compliant and the lease supports the use.
One serious incident or a wave of bad reviews can sink a pet business; look at online reputation, complaints, and liability claims.
Grooming, boarding, and daycare memberships are stickier and higher-margin than product sales — a productive groomer alone can generate $80K–$120K a year. Get the mix.
Skilled groomers and reliable care staff are hard to hire and central to quality; understand pay and turnover.
Many shops are the owner grooming, managing, and greeting clients — know what running it actually requires.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.