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Curious about bringing DapperTails to your own community? Tap a state and discover how you can make it the next stop on our nationwide journey. Interested in a company-owned territory? Reach out to our franchise team to inquire about a up and running territory.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs and grooming professionals with a proven, scalable business model that allows them to take control of their careers and achieve financial freedom – while delivering exceptional pet care.
We are committed to providing our franchisees with unmatched training, ongoing support, and cutting-edge mobile grooming solutions to help them build a thriving, profitable business in the rapidly growing pet industry.
1500+
Five Star Reviews
6000+
Network of Groomers
30+
Vans on the Road
9+
Years in Business
Our Journey to DapperTails®
Our journey started as a vision – one fueled by passion, determination, and a deep love for animals. Eight years ago, we saw an opportunity to bring high-quality, stress-free grooming directly to pet owners, making life easier for both pets and their humans. With Chris’ entrepreneurial drive and Emily’s 15+ years of grooming expertise, we set out to create something more than just a business. We wanted to build a brand that stood for excellence, reliability, and top-tier pet care.
What began with a single grooming van quickly gained momentum. Our dedication to superior service and client satisfaction helped our mobile grooming business grow rapidly, and today, we proudly operate 20+ state-of-the-art grooming vans, serving thousands of happy clients across Long Island, Southeast Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Arizona, and North Carolina. Our team has expanded to include 25 talented professionals, each committed to delivering exceptional care and service.
As a husband-and-wife duo, we’ve balanced growing this business while raising our two incredible (and endlessly energetic) boys. Every milestone we’ve reached is a testament to hard work, passion, and the belief that mobile grooming should be an elevated, luxury experience for pets and their owners.
Now, we’re ready to share our proven model with aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with the tools and support they need to build their own successful mobile grooming business.
Our Vision: Elevating Groomers,
Expanding Nationwide
Expanding Nationwide
At DapperTails®, we’re shaping the future of mobile pet grooming with a bold vision: to have our vans across the entire nation, empowering groomers and redefining pet care. Here’s how we’re making it happen:
1. Nationwide Growth & Groomer Empowerment
We’re building a network of grooming professionals, providing them with the tools, support, and opportunities they need to succeed. As we expand across the country, our goal is to create a community where groomers thrive – professionally and financially.
2. Investing in Innovation & Technology
We’re committed to pushing the industry forward with cutting-edge tools and services. From advanced scheduling systems to mobile grooming innovations, we’re constantly evolving to make the grooming experience smoother, more efficient, and more rewarding for both clients and service providers.
3. Elevating Education & Training
Success starts with knowledge. That’s why we’re investing in continuing education for our groomers, ensuring they stay ahead of trends, master new techniques, and refine their craft. But we’re not stopping there. We’re laying the groundwork for the DapperTails Grooming Academy; a program designed to train, mentor, and launch the next generation of elite mobile groomers.
“DapperTails started with a simple idea. Groomers deserve better. As we expand, our mission remains the same: to create a thriving, nationwide network where skilled professionals can build careers they love, and pet owners can rely on exceptional, stress-free grooming. We’re not just growing a business; we’re redefining an industry…one van, one groomer, and one happy pet at a time.”
Meet the Team Behind DapperTails®
We believe that success starts with an exceptional team. Our franchise isn’t just about mobile pet grooming, it’s about building a thriving business with the right support system behind you. That’s why we’ve assembled a powerhouse team of industry experts, business strategists, and marketing pros to guide our franchisees every step of the way.
Chris Elias
Emily Elias
Marketa Jefferson
Erika Frisenda
Guadalupe Sanchez
Aileen McPhie
Stephanie Mader
Kayli Marchese
Lia Head-Rigby
Ashley Miller
Katie Littman
Zack Bruvarny
Future CEO’s – Justin & James
Training the Pack Leaders of Tomorrow
Justin and James, the sons of our founders, are growing up surrounded by the hustle, heart, and wagging tails of the DapperTails family. Whether they’re helping out behind the scenes, tagging along on van checks, or giving extra cuddles to our four-legged clients, these two are already learning the ropes of running a business with passion and purpose. With curiosity, creativity, and a whole lot of energy, Justin and James remind us every day why building a legacy matters and who we’re building it for.