Company Surpasses 500 Development Licenses Nationwide As It Scales Membership-based Grooming Model
(UCBJ) – Sparkle Grooming Corp. (SGC), a Scottsdale, Arizona-based franchise, is planning a major expansion that could eventually extend into the Upper Cumberland. The agreement, which includes a new 22-unit regional development, will bring a “wellness-focused dog grooming concept to Tennessee,” according to a release.
The deal is being led by regional developers Heath Johnson and Mike Darsch, with the first location expected to open in the first quarter of 2027. Site selection is currently underway in Nashville, while a planned multiyear buildout could extend into secondary markets, including the Upper Cumberland region.
“We’re excited to bring Sparkle to Tennessee and introduce a better, more consistent grooming experience to pet parents across the region,” said Johnson. “As dog owners, both Mike and I recognize how much our pets are truly part of the family, and Sparkle delivers an elevated experience that aligns with that belief.”
The company says it aims to expand nationally. That growth strategy has included more than 500 development licenses awarded across the U.S. and more than 20 locations currently in development.
“Bringing on partners like Heath and Mike are key to our growth,” said Lyle Myer, Sparkle’s chief development officer. “His background in hospitality and experience operating membership-based businesses make him an ideal partner to introduce Sparkle to Tennessee.”
For more information, visit sparkledogcare.com/franchise.
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