2210 - How to Build a Thriving Pet Salon Franchise with Salty Dawg Pet Salon's Sally Facinelli

Josh Elledge

Published on: 14/06/2025

In this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge interviews Sally Facinelli, CEO of Salty Dawg Pet Salon, about her journey into franchising and her mission to transform the pet grooming industry. Sally shares how she stepped into leadership following the founder’s passing and emphasizes the importance of strong systems, legal preparation, and brand consistency when scaling a franchise. She also highlights the advantages of partnering with Salty Dawg—like supply chain support and turnkey operations—and invites aspiring franchisees to explore opportunities on their website.