K9 Resorts Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Luxury Dog Boarding & Daycare Franchise Earns Second Consecutive Recognition Amid Continued National Expansion

August 26, 2026 // FranchisePR.com // BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, a premium dog boarding and daycare franchise, announced today that it has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000, marking its second consecutive appearance on the annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. K9 Resorts achieved 149% revenue growth over the past three years as the brand continued to expand its footprint across the country.

The list is one of the most prestigious rankings of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy.

The recognition comes as K9 Resorts builds on the momentum that led to its Inc. 5000 debut in 2025. Today, K9 Resorts has 50 locations open nationwide and more than 170 resorts in development, with continued expansion across new and existing markets and growing interest from experienced multi-unit operators.

“Being recognized by Inc. again is a testament to the strength of K9 Resorts and how far we’ve come,” said Jason Parker, co-founder and CEO of K9 Resorts. “Reaching 50 open resorts this year was a major milestone, but we still see a lot of opportunity ahead. The long-term potential of the pet care industry, combined with strong unit-level economics and a business model that has proven it can scale, gives us confidence in where K9 Resorts is headed.”

As K9 Resorts continues expanding nationally, the brand remains focused on partnering with experienced operators who understand the long-term value of building a premium hospitality business. With top-performing mature franchise locations generating average unit volumes* exceeding $2.8 million, K9 Resorts continues to attract franchisees seeking a differentiated model built around operational consistency, strong unit performance and a highly specialized guest experience. With its national footprint taking shape, K9 Resorts is selectively awarding remaining development opportunities across the U.S., with attractive whitespace still available in New England, the Midwest, Texas, Florida, Arizona, Colorado and Utah.

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit www.inc.com/inc5000.

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*As referenced in the 2026 FDD. Figures reflect the top performing franchise locations. Individual results may vary.

About K9 Resorts
K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel is a premium dog boarding and daycare brand founded in 2005 by brothers Steven and Jason Parker. Built around hospital-grade cleanliness, thoughtfully designed facilities, and professionally trained staff, the brand delivers a refined, resort-style experience that provides peace of mind to pet parents.

K9 Resorts has earned national recognition for operational excellence and franchise performance, including six IBPSA Pet Care Business Excellence Awards, being named IBPSA’s Top Pet Care Franchise in the Nation for five consecutive years, inclusion on the 2026 Franchise Times Fast & Serious list, and recognition as a 2026 Franchise Business Review Top Franchise. The brand has also received broader business honors, including the Parkers being named 2025 Entrepreneur Of The Year® New Jersey Award winners by Ernst & Young LLP and ranking No. 1924 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

As K9 Resorts continues disciplined national expansion, the brand remains focused on operational consistency, premium positioning, and long-term performance across its growing franchise system.

Inc. 5000 List Methodology
Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2025. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2025 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

About Inc.
Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

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