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Wild Birds UnlimitedFranchise Cost 2026

Wild Birds Unlimited franchise cost in the US (2026): $190K–$332K investment · $5K franchise fee · 4% royalty — verified from primary sources · data as of Oct 2026

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Frequently asked · Wild Birds Unlimited
What does a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise cost in the US?
The total investment for a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise for the Specialty Retail Store format is $232K–$376K. That total includes a $40K franchise fee.
What royalty does Wild Birds Unlimited charge?
Wild Birds Unlimited charges a 4% royalty. A separate 1% marketing fund contribution also applies.
How much space does a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise need?
A Wild Birds Unlimited outlet needs from 1200 sq ft for the Specialty Retail Store format.
How many Wild Birds Unlimited outlets are there in the US?
Wild Birds Unlimited operates 344 outlets in the US, and has been trading since 1983.
Who is eligible for a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise?
You will need capital of at least $232K, a site of 1200+ sq ft, readiness for a semi-absentee (a manager runs day-to-day) role. Territory: Non-exclusive; protected brick-and-mortar retail only; size varies metro area to counties; franchisor reserves all other distribution channels.
How long is the Wild Birds Unlimited franchise agreement?
Agreement terms: 10-yr initial term · unlimited 5-yr renewals (sign then-current agreement, may differ substantially). Renewal fee: $500.
How does a Wild Birds Unlimited franchisee earn?
A Wild Birds Unlimited franchisee earns from customer sales at their own outlet through the Specialty Retail Store format. You keep outlet takings and pay the brand a royalty on sales. FRANticc does not publish per-outlet earnings for US brands unless the franchisor discloses them.
Is the Wild Birds Unlimited franchise offer genuine?
Wild Birds Unlimited's franchise programme is verified against a primary source. FRANticc links the source rather than relaying agent claims — https://franchise.wbu.com/. Always confirm terms directly with the franchisor before paying any fee.
How current is Wild Birds Unlimited's franchise disclosure?
These figures come from Wild Birds Unlimited's Franchise Disclosure Document for fiscal year 2025, filed with state regulators.
Is a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise SBA-eligible?
Wild Birds Unlimited is not listed on the SBA Franchise Directory, so SBA-backed financing may not be available. Confirm with your lender.
How many Wild Birds Unlimited units opened and closed recently?
Wild Birds Unlimited's FDD Item 20 for fiscal 2025 reports 5 openings and 1 franchised-unit exits: 1 terminated. Item 20 is the franchisor's own filed count of unit turnover.
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According to FRANticc's verified franchise database, Wild Birds Unlimited requires a minimum investment of $190K under a EXISTING FRANCHISEE, ADDITIONAL FRANCHISE - CONVERSION OF INDEPENDENT STORE model. Wild Birds Unlimited operates 344 outlets across the US, established in 1983. Data confidence: Reported. FRANticc provides the full franchise prospectus including verified FDD earnings, fee-load and capital-ask breakdowns, and franchisee contacts at franticc.com.

Wild Birds Unlimited

Wild Birds Unlimited is a Specialty Retail brand operating in the US. This page is the editorial franchise profile, covering operating format, investment range, store distribution, and side-by-side comparisons with peer brands. The data is independent — FRANticc never accepts payment from brands to influence coverage.

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