CLERMONT, Fla., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Orlando Cat Café, a pioneer in merging coffee, community, and cat adoption, announces the resounding success of its franchise initiative—the first and only cat café franchise model in the U.S. In just months, demand from aspiring franchisees has far exceeded expectations, with inquiries flooding in from across the country and internationally.
Innovative Model: Coffeehouse Experience Meets Feline Adoption
Founded in 2016 in Clermont, Florida, Orlando Cat Café introduced a groundbreaking concept: a cozy coffeehouse paired with adoptable cats from local shelters. Its mission: to support animal welfare, reduce shelter overcrowding, and offer a unique, welcoming space for people to connect with cats seeking forever homes. The café recently celebrated its 3,000th adoption milestone.
Surge in Interest: From Local to Global Enquiries
“The response has been extraordinary,” said Lisa Doroba, Franchise Development Director. “We launched with modest goals, but the interest was so intense we doubled our franchise sales team to keep up.”
Mission-Driven Business: Profit with Purpose
Behind the trend is a growing wave of entrepreneurs seeking businesses with meaning. Unlike traditional models, Orlando Cat Café’s franchise empowers owners to run a “business with a mission,” combining a social hub with solutions for shelter overcrowding and cat adoption.
Market Growth: Why Pet-Centric Ventures Thrive
“Most inquirers align deeply with our values,” added Founder and CEO Sandra Cagan. “They see this not just as a café, but as social impact—using business to save shelter cats and give them loving homes. The pet market continues to expand, even in uncertain economies, driven by rising pet ownership and strong consumer demand for pet-centric services.”
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