This Is More Than a Business. It’s a Legacy.

At Pet Passages®, we believe every pet deserves a dignified goodbye and every family deserves genuine compassion during one of the hardest moments of their lives.

We’re not in the business of pet cremation—we’re in the business of comfort, trust, and remembrance.
You long to do work that matters. You wish you could make a living by making a difference. You believe pets deserve dignity and families deserve compassion. If those statements describe you, then this may be the opportunity you’ve been searching for. Pet Passages® isn’t just a franchise; it’s a calling, a family, a path forward.

A Message from Our Founder & CEO

I never imagined that one of the most painful moments in my life would lead to the most meaningful work I’ve ever done.

When I lost Luke and Hannah in 2008 —my two dogs… my companions… my family— I was devastated. But what shocked me even more was the way their passing was handled: cold, clinical, disconnected. As a licensed funeral director since 1994, but more importantly as a dedicated pet parent, it felt wrong.

I realized something profound: if this is how I felt, how many others must feel the same?

So I built Pet Passages® not as a business first, but as a calling. We’re here to change the way families say goodbye to their pets—to bring dignity to every passing. To offer real comfort, real care, and real professionalism.

Today, Pet Passages® is a growing national network of purpose-driven franchisees who believe in compassion, integrity, and community.

If you’re reading this, you may be searching for more than just a business—you may be searching for a way to make your work meaningful. I invite you to learn more about the opportunity to bring Pet Passages to your community.

With gratitude,
Mike Harris
Founder & CEO, Pet Passages®

Do You Have the Heart to Guide Pet Parents Through the Loss of Their Pet?

Help Families Heal. Honor Their Pet’s Memory. Be a Pet Passages® Franchisee.

Are you a compassionate person who finds purpose in helping others through difficult times? Do you love animals and believe they deserve dignity and respect, even after they pass? Are you seeking a career change that allows you to make a meaningful impact while securing your financial future? Franchising a Pet Passages® lets you easily build a rewarding business that provides comfort, closure, and support to pet parents in their time of need.

A Brand Families Trust

The Most Prestigious & Quality-Controlled Brand for Pet Cremation Professionals.

For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story and memory of a family’s beloved pet. If you are looking to enter the pet loss industry quickly, effortlessly, and profitably, Pet Passages® provides the guidance and support you need. The demand for dignified pet aftercare has never been higher, making this an incredible opportunity to serve your community while achieving financial success.

“We don’t just care for pets—we care for hearts. That’s why families return to Pet Passages® again and again, and why our franchisees feel such a deep sense of purpose. This brand is about more than business—it’s about love, loss, and healing.”

—Andrea, Co-Founder & Franchise Development Leader

Pet care isn’t just a feel-good industry – it’s a powerhouse.

70% of Households

Own One or More Pets

88% of Pet Owners

Consider Their Pet a Family Member

$150 Billion

Spent in the Pet Industry in 2024

$200 Billion

is the Projected Spend by 2030

With 70% of U.S. households now owning a pet, the need for compassionate, reliable pet aftercare has never been greater. And yet-most families are still left with outdated, impersonal services. Pet Passages® fills that gap.

Pioneers of Pet Aftercare

Setting the Standard. Raising the Bar.

As the original national brand, Pet Passages® pioneered the processes and protocols that have become the gold standard across the pet aftercare industry. Many of the services and systems others now follow—we created them first. And we’re not stopping.

We’re constantly innovating, improving, and re-investing to ensure every family receives the highest level of care and compassion.

  • First in the industry to offer online pet obituaries, creating a meaningful way for families to honor and share their pet’s life story with loved ones through a lasting digital tribute accessible anytime.
  • Proprietary, patent-pending partition system for respectful and secure cremation. Our advanced system ensures complete transparency and individual care during the cremation process, giving families peace of mind.
  • First and only provider to offer “Finalize Your Pet’s Plans”, a comprehensive, user-friendly online planning tool that empowers pet parents to make aftercare arrangements from the comfort of home.
  • Ongoing reinvestment in staff training, state-of-the-art technology, and facility upgrades. We continually enhance our capabilities and standards to deliver consistent, compassionate service that families can trust.

We don’t just follow best practices—we create them. Lead with Us While Territories Last.

  • Exclusive opportunity: only a select number of franchise licenses will be awarded. We’re committed to quality over quantity, ensuring each partner receives the support and territory they need to thrive.
  • No market saturation—ever. Unlike other brands, we won’t flood a market for fast gains. We protect our franchisees with smart, strategic growth.
  • Territories are going fast. Thanks to rapid industry growth and the proven success of our current franchisees, our remaining markets are being claimed quickly.
  • We only partner with qualified candidates. To protect the strength and integrity of our brand, licenses are awarded exclusively to those who meet our high standards.

Built to Empower You

You don’t need prior experience in the pet industry or funeral services. You just need compassion, dedication, and the desire to lead with heart. We’ll help you with the rest. When you join Pet Passages®, you don’t just get a playbook-you get a partner.

Why franchise with Pet Passages®?

  • Exclusive Territories: Own your market with protected regional rights
  • High-Demand Services: The need is constant, compassionate, and local
  • Recurring Client Base: Many families are lifelong customers with multiple pets
  • Diverse Revenue Streams: Private cremation, memorial services, tribute products, grief resources, and more
  • Families are demanding better end-of-life care

What sets us apart?

  • Personalized Care, Professional Standards: We combine high-touch care with industry-best technology and procedures-bringing peace of mind to pet families everywhere.
  • Certified Pet Funeral Directors: Our proprietary training ensures every franchisee and staff member upholds the highest levels of compassion and ethical care.
  • Nationally Recognized Brand: Pet Passages is the most trusted name in pet aftercare. Our brand signals  professionalism, integrity, and love.
  • Technology-Driven Transparency: With our exclusive Secure Passages™ technology, families can follow their pet’s journey with complete confidence and peace of mind.
  • Unmatched Franchise Support: From training to marketing to operations, our team (led by co-founder Andrea) is by your side every step of the way.

Investment Snapshot

Franchising a Pet Passages® isn’t just opening a business—it’s an investment in your future, your community, and a legacy of compassion.

Investment Category

Estimated Range

Initial Franchise Fee

$55,000 – $95,000

Total Startup Investment including Initial Franchise Fee

$282,127 – $516,427

Royalty Fee

6%

Marketing Fee

1%

Are You Ready to Improve Your Life & Positively Impact Others? We Make It Easy For You To Become Our Franchisee! Meet These Simple Qualifying Factors & Begin the Franchisee Process:

$80,000

Available for Initial Capital Investment

700

Minimum Credit Score Required

90 Days

Ability to Sign Franchise Agreement Within this Time

If you meet these requirements, fill out the form below, and our team will reach out to answer your questions and provide more details about becoming a franchisee.

Name(Required)
Your Address(Required)
The county you are thinking about opening a franchise in.
The state you are thinking about opening a franchise in.
Are you a current or former pet owner?(Required)
Have you ever personally experienced the loss of a pet?(Required)
Do you have business or management experience?(Required)
If you don’t have business or management experience, do you have a willingness to learn?(Required)
Can you follow set processes and procedures?(Required)
Would you describe yourself as a compassionate person - someone who considers other people's feelings?(Required)
Are you community oriented?(Required)
Do you have $55,000 - $95,000 in liquid cash?(Required)
Do you have a credit score of at least 700 points?(Required)
Do you have the ability to finance up to $400,000?(Required)
Due to the limited number of territories, strong growth opportunity and significant amount of interest in the Pet Passages® brand, markets are being claimed and developed quickly. The average franchisee signs their franchise agreement within 90 days of starting the process. Are you able to meet this timeline?(Required)

DISCLAIMER: This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy a franchise. It is for informational purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of, or wish to acquire a franchise to be operated in one of these states, we will offer you a franchise only after we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction. We are accepting applications from all states.