Over 70% of Franchise Locations Set All-Time Monthly Records as Annual Systemwide Sales Reach $38.6M
MILWAUKEE, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Central Bark, a leading national whole dog care franchise network, today announced its financial and operational results for the third quarter of 2026, delivering the strongest revenue period in company history.
During its third quarter, Central Bark saw 71% of its locations set all-time monthly revenue records. Average-unit-volume (AUV) surpassed $938,000 for locations open more than 24 months, while same-store sales grew 9.8% on a year-to-date basis.
The record-breaking performance comes during a strategic transition in executive leadership. In August, Chief Financial Officer Jason Perras was promoted to Chief Executive Officer. That same month, Central Bark debuted on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Central Bark Poughkeepsie, New York, surpassed $1.7 million in trailing-twelve-month (TTM) revenue in its first 24 months open, making it the fastest Central Bark location in company history to reach that milestone.
Central Bark continued to expand its presence in Georgia with the October grand opening of its Athens location. The new store opening brings the brand’s total footprint in the state to two locations and further extends its reach in the growing market.
Systemwide memberships also remained strong, reaching an all-time high and contributing to $38.6M in trailing-twelve-month (TTM) systemwide sales.
Central Bark continued to support franchisees with marketing, messaging, tools, and creative assets developed by the corporate team. The organization equipped franchises with advanced digital tools while helping to create a more efficient, tech-enabled experience for clients. Through their fully implemented point-of-sale system (POS), Central Bark further strengthened operations by supporting abandoned-booking recovery and automated drip campaigns.
Heading into the final quarter of the year, Central Bark is building on this momentum as they are on track to surpass $40M, marking yet another historic milestone. Growth plans for the remainder of 2026 include increased system sales and expansion objectives, such as new market entries, additional memberships and new store locations.
“Surpassing these historic milestones this quarter reflects the strength of our Whole Dog Care model and the commitment of our franchisee network to delivering exceptional care in their communities,” said Central Bark CEO Jason Perras. “As we look toward 2027, we’re focused on translating this momentum into our next phase of growth, strengthening our franchise system, expanding our reach, and continuing to raise the bar for what families can expect from dog care. We see significant opportunities ahead to build on our foundation, deepen our impact, and position Central Bark for an even stronger future.”
To learn more about Central Bark, visit https://www.centralbarkusa.com/. For information on franchising opportunities, visit https://centralbarkfranchising.com/.
About Central Bark:
Central Bark is a leading whole-dog care franchise network dedicated to helping dogs live healthier, happier lives through personalized care that supports their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. For more than 20 years, Central Bark has combined canine behavioral science with expert care to create its distinct Whole Dog Care model through services including Enrichment Dog Day Care, boarding, training, and grooming. Central Bark operates 45 locations nationwide and continues to expand through franchise opportunities for entrepreneurs entering the growing premium pet care industry. The brand was named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies and was recognized as a 2024 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review, which included Central Bark in its Top 200 Franchises ranking based on franchisee satisfaction. Learn more at centralbarkusa.com and centralbarkfranchising.com.
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