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An opportunity to buy a successful and growing outlet of an ‘Oscar Pet Food’ franchise based in Northumberland. Oscars is an established pet food delivery service franchise and this particular outlet was set up by the existing owners in 2006. Operating in eastern Northumberland, the franchise regularly services around 200 active customers in nominated postcode areas in the county, from the Cramlington, Blyth and Morpeth areas in the south, up to Alnwick, Berwick and the borders in the north.

An opportunity to buy a successful and growing outlet of an ‘Oscar Pet Food’ franchise based in Northumberland.

Oscars is an established pet food delivery service franchise and this particular outlet was set up by the existing owners in 2006. Operating in eastern Northumberland, the franchise regularly services around 200 active customers in nominated postcode areas in the county, from the Cramlington, Blyth and Morpeth areas in the south, up to Alnwick, Berwick and the borders in the north.

The owners are selling purely for personal reasons, and this presents an ideal opportunity for someone looking to operate an established, well regarded business from home, with the flexibility of hours the business offers.
(reference: ACQ1002553)

BUSINESS INFORMATION

The Oscar Pet Food Franchise is based around the delivery to the door of the OSCAR range of specially formulated pet foods. Made in Britain with no artificial flavours, colourings or preservatives, the pet food provides quality and nutritional content for dogs and, to a lesser extent, cats.

The existing owners operate their business from home being centrally located in their franchise territory.

Currently operating on average 25 hours a week, the owners have established a core active customer base of around 200, but their remains significant scope to expand this if personal circumstances allow. Customers have been gained through a mix of franchise supported marketing, excellent business connections with the Northumberland Canine Centre and the AlnNorthumbria Veterinary Group and via word of mouth.

Concessionary rates are available for van leasing as part of the Franchise Support mechanism. Livery and vehicle decal are included in the ongoing Oscar Support.

This OSCAR franchise provides an ideal opportunity for someone looking to run their own business from home, but has the advantage of a readymade customer base / income stream and ongoing support from a strong, identifiable franchise. For someone who enjoys meeting people and has an interest in dogs, this really represents and exciting opening.

LOCATION

The franchise territory covers a number of postcodes in Northumberland, including the following areas :

Cramlington
Bedlington
Blyth
Ashington
Newbiggin
Morpeth
Guide Post
Alnwick
Amble
Seahouses / Bamburgh
Wooler
Belford

Many of these areas are beautifully rural in nature and include the superb north Northumberland coastal area which makes it a very desirable location in which to work. The rural nature of the territory also provides opportunities given the number of ‘working dogs’ in the area.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Accounts are held to March 2010 and an early indication for March 2011 suggests that turnover will have increased by approximately around 16% on the year.

Accounts can be made available to enquirers against the signing of a confidentiality agreement.

ABOUT OSCARS PET FOODS FRANCHISE

OSCAR is a local business where you can provide a convenient and free direct-to-the door delivery service with their comprehensive range of quality pet foods and accessories. The opportunity to offer a personal complete pet care service with ongoing advice to pet owners is unique to the OSCAR brand and brings many rewards including repeat business.

A family business, founded in 1990, and now market leaders in pet food home delivery, they have a wealth of experience in franchising and the pet industry. Previous experience is not necessary because their proven system will train and support you throughout your franchise term.

An OSCAR franchise provides the security of a strong brand and protected image that gives you the benefit of running your own business to suit your time and circumstances within your own exclusive territory. With the immediate strength of a large organisation behind you; the OSCAR proven business system continues to bring support to its network of franchisees. With over 85 qualified OSCAR Nutritional Advisors around the UK and market leaders in pet food home delivery, they are the largest mobile pet food franchise.

OSCAR has full membership of the British Franchise Association, Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association and is a holder of the Investors in People Award.

Their expertise in launching and growing successful OSCAR franchises has evolved for almost two decades, perfecting training programmes and product development. In addition to your own qualification in pet nutrition, approved by the Myerscough Animal College, your success will also be reflected in the continued support from their team of experts.

Regular area meetings held in conjunction with your local member of the Franchise Advisory Council help them to build on your personal development plans, where they hold forums to explore ways to maximise your performance and marketing strategies. This is rounded off with our Annual Conference, which brings everyone together and helps to maintain success.

With an OSCAR Pet Food franchise you will be dealing with approachable people. OSCAR is a straightforward business with a huge demand and is built on a proven system that reduces any concerns you may have in becoming self-employed. It’s an affordable business with low overheads and a high level of support. There are no ongoing royalty payments just a simple fixed monthly fee to cover general support costs.

The franchise offers

• Proven System
• Comprehensive training
• Ongoing support package
• Exclusive territory and unique brand
• Vehicle package
• Marketing material and equipment
• Micro chipping course
• Nutritional Advisor exam
• PR Package
• Initial starter stock
• Customer management system …and much more.

WEBSITE ADDRESS : WWW.OSCARS.CO.UK

SUMMARY

An established, growing local business, backed by a renowned and trusted franchise and located in the largely rural county of Northumberland.

Ideal for someone looking to run their own business and enjoys meeting customers and their pets.

Well worth an enquiry!