Ryan Wimpey, the founder and CEO of Tip Top K9 Dog Training, is making waves across the podcast circuit, sharing his expertise, entrepreneurial journey, and the growth story behind one of the most successful dog training franchises in the country. With over 18 years in the pet industry and a legacy of more than 5,000 trained dogs, Wimpey is not just a dog trainer, he’s a franchise visionary helping others turn their passion for pets into profitable, purpose-driven businesses.
A Proven Path from Local Dog Trainer to Franchise Leader
Ryan’s journey began with his own dog, Curly, whose behavioral challenges led him to create the Tip Top Method, a classical conditioning-based training system. What started as a local training solution has grown into a national franchise, with 19 Tip Top K9 locations across the U.S., a Tulsa-based flagship training facility, and a growing pet product wholesale company.
Tip Top K9 is known for delivering two to three times more training to franchisees than the industry standard. The model is built on hands-on support, a structured operational framework, and a commitment to achieving results for both franchise owners and their clients.
Recent Podcast Highlights Featuring Ryan Wimpey
1. The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra
In this episode, Ryan and host Todd Westra explore how Tip Top K9 helps entrepreneurs turn their love of dogs into scalable, profitable businesses. Ryan explains how the franchise model is designed to support owners from day one with extensive training, structured operations, and a marketing system that brings in consistent leads. He shares stories of helping children confidently handle large breeds like Dobermans and Mastiffs, and how Tip Top K9’s work with dog rescues has created lasting change in families and communities. Ryan offers actionable insights into overcoming common obstacles in the franchise world, from staffing to customer acquisition, while emphasizing the importance of values and mission in building a sustainable brand.
2. Above the Business with Bradley Hamner — Episode 410: “Franchising Secrets with Ryan Wimpey”
Ryan discusses the early days of building Tip Top K9 and what it takes to grow a franchise with intention. He explains why Tip Top K9 goes beyond the industry standard in training new owners, offering two to three times more instruction than typical pet franchises. Ryan emphasizes the critical role that business systems, leadership development, and marketing automation play in franchisee success. This episode provides an in-depth look at how to approach expansion without compromising quality and what to focus on when scaling any service-based business.
3. Best Franchise Brand Podcast with James Butler
This conversation dives into Ryan’s broader philosophy on franchise operations and the entrepreneurial mindset required to grow a top-tier brand. He outlines how Tip Top K9 balances flexibility for franchisees with system-wide consistency and shares the company’s roadmap for expansion. Topics include onboarding support, business development coaching, and the use of performance metrics to help franchisees hit key milestones. The episode is especially valuable for listeners looking to evaluate franchise opportunities from a leadership and process-driven perspective.
4. Franchise Interviews with Martin McDermott
Ryan joins host Martin McDermott to discuss the founding principles of Tip Top K9 and what makes the franchise a standout in the pet industry. He reflects on the motivation that drove him to start the business and how those early lessons shaped the systems now in place across the brand. Topics include franchise support, the value of one-on-one training, and how to structure operations for long-term franchisee growth. The conversation also touches on the emotional impact of helping families with challenging dogs and the pride that comes with empowering new business owners across the country.
Building a Franchise Business That Makes an Impact
Through these podcast features, Ryan shares not only his experience in scaling Tip Top K9, but also his philosophy on leadership, training excellence, and community-focused growth. His emphasis on franchisee empowerment, system-driven success, and customer impact continues to set Tip Top K9 apart in the pet services industry.
Want to hear more from Ryan Wimpey? Check out our previous article where he shares the backstory of Tip Top K9 and dives into his first round of podcast interviews.
For more information about Tip Top K9 and franchise opportunities, visit TipTopK9.com or TipTopK9Franchising.com.