Luxury Dog Boarding & Daycare Franchise Rises to No. 397 Following 31.1% Sales Growth, Highlighting the Strength of Its Hospitality-Driven Model
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, the luxury dog boarding and daycare franchise known for its premium, resort-style experience for dogs, announced today that it ranked No. 397 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, up 29 spots from No. 426 in 2025. The annual ranking recognizes the largest U.S.-based franchise systems based on global systemwide sales.
The recognition follows another year of strong performance for K9 Resorts, which achieved 31.1% year-over-year systemwide sales growth. The brand's sales have nearly tripled since 2022, further demonstrating the staying power of its business model and setting it apart from its competitors in the pet care industry.
K9 Resorts' sales growth also outpaced the overall growth of the personal services franchise sector, which recorded 7.6% growth in 2025 and was the second-fastest-growing major franchise category in 2025, according to Franchise Times.
“Our continued climb in the Franchise Times Top 400 is a testament to the momentum we've built as a brand, but what's equally exciting is the progress we're making to support that growth,” said Scott Schubiger, Chief Growth Officer of K9 Resorts. “Our focus on accelerating the ramp-up of new resorts, increasing revenue per square foot and reducing buildout costs is beginning to deliver results in our most recent openings. As we continue expanding nationally, we're taking what we've learned from those developments and applying it to future locations, creating a more efficient model that supports the next phase of K9 Resorts' growth.”
The recognition comes during a milestone year for K9 Resorts, which celebrated the opening of its 50th luxury pet hotel in Turnersville, New Jersey, this past June. Founded in 2005 by brothers Steven and Jason Parker, the brand has grown from a single New Jersey resort into a national franchise system, with more than 170 resorts open or in development across the country.
K9 Resorts has built its business around a hospitality-driven approach to pet care, combining professionally trained staff, thoughtfully designed accommodations and hospital-grade cleanliness standards. This commitment to operational excellence has helped distinguish the brand as it continues to expand nationally.
“When we founded K9 Resorts more than 20 years ago, we saw an opportunity to bring a higher level of hospitality to dog boarding and daycare,” said Jason Parker, Co-Founder and CEO of K9 Resorts. “That commitment has remained at the center of our business as we've grown. Reaching 50 open resorts and continuing to climb the Franchise Times rankings reflects the dedication of our franchise owners and teams to delivering a consistent, high-quality experience. We're proud of how far the brand has come, and just as focused on building the right foundation for its future.”
As K9 Resorts expands nationally, the brand remains focused on partnering with experienced operators who understand the long-term value of building a premium pet hospitality business. With top-performing mature franchise locations generating average unit volumes* exceeding $2.8 million, K9 Resorts continues to attract franchisees seeking a differentiated model built around operational consistency, strong unit performance and a highly specialized guest experience. The company is actively pursuing selective growth opportunities across key regions, including New England, the Northeast, the Southwest and high-growth markets throughout the Sun Belt, with expansion priorities including Boston, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, St. Louis, Southwest Florida and Cleveland.
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*As referenced in the 2026 FDD. Figures reflect the top-performing franchise locations. Individual results may vary.
About K9 Resorts
K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel is a premium dog boarding and daycare brand founded in 2005 by brothers Steven and Jason Parker. Built around hospital-grade cleanliness, thoughtfully designed facilities and professionally trained staff, the brand delivers a refined, resort-style experience that provides peace of mind to pet parents.
K9 Resorts has earned national recognition for operational excellence and franchise performance, including six IBPSA Pet Care Business Excellence Awards, being named IBPSA’s Top Pet Care Franchise in the Nation for five consecutive years, inclusion on the 2026 Franchise Times Fast & Serious list, recognition as a 2026 Franchise Business Review Top Franchise, and inclusion in the Franchise Times Top 400. The brand has also received broader business honors, including the Parkers being named 2025 Entrepreneur Of The Year® New Jersey Award winners by Ernst & Young LLP and ranking No. 2,259 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.
As K9 Resorts continues disciplined national expansion, the brand remains focused on operational consistency, premium positioning and long-term performance across its growing franchise system.