ESTABLISHED CAT (PET) SITTING SERVICE - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA

This well-established pet care enterprise specializes in professional in-home cat sitting services throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Operating since 2020, the business has built a robust client base through consistent service delivery and specialized expertise in feline care.

BUSINESS OVERVIEW
The company provides comprehensive in-home cat care services, maintaining pets in their familiar environment to minimize stress. Services include multiple visit durations (30, 45, and 60 minutes), administered once or twice daily based on client requirements. Core services encompass feeding, litter maintenance, medication administration, exercise activities, and behavioral monitoring. Supplementary offerings include mail collection, plant care, and basic security checks.

OPERATIONAL STRUCTURE
The business operates with a lean staffing model comprising the part-time owner, one full-time employee, and three part-time W2 employees. All personnel demonstrate specialized knowledge in feline behavior and care protocols. The service delivery model emphasizes customized care plans tailored to individual pet requirements, including complex medical needs.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
Revenue demonstrates strong growth trajectory: 2022 ($85,185), 2023 ($177,628), and 2024 ($234,068), representing a 175% increase over three years. Seller's Discretionary Earnings for 2024 approximated $120,000, indicating healthy profit margins and operational efficiency.

MARKET POSITION
The business maintains exceptional client retention rates, with nearly all revenue generated from repeat customers. Many clients have maintained continuous service relationships since inception. Client attrition occurs primarily due to relocation or pet loss rather than service dissatisfaction.

GROWTH POTENTIAL
Significant expansion opportunities exist throughout the Bay Area, with documented demand in Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, San Francisco, and Pleasanton markets. Growth requires strategic staff recruitment to serve additional territories.

SERVICE DIFFERENTIATORS
- Professional in-home care delivery
- Customized care protocols for individual pets
- Real-time client communication through mobile application
- Complimentary consultation services
- Experienced staff with specialized feline expertise
- Comprehensive service offerings beyond basic pet care

TRANSACTION DETAILS
Asking price: $249,000 (approximately 2x SDE). Sale includes all business assets excluding cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Seller remains responsible for outstanding liabilities through closing date.

This turnkey operation represents an excellent opportunity to acquire an established service business with demonstrated growth potential in a high-demand market segment.