What is the condition regarding the reasonableness of withholding consent for a transfer of an All Dogs Unleashed franchise?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor will not unreasonably withhold its consent to a transfer, but may condition its consent on satisfaction of any or all of the following:
- 12.4.1.
You shall have requested consent in writing and delivered to Franchisor a copy of the proposed transfer agreements, including sale terms, at least 30 days prior to the proposed transfer, and Franchisor has determined, in its sole and reasonable discretion, that the terms of the sale will not materially and adversely affect the post transfer viability of the Franchised Business.
- 12.4.2.
The transferee shall demonstrate to Franchisor's satisfaction that the transferee meets Franchisor's then-current educational, managerial and business standards; possesses a good moral
character, business reputation and credit rating; has the aptitude and ability to operate the Franchised Business; and has sufficient equity capital to operate the Franchised;
- 12.4.3.
All of your accrued monetary obligations and all other outstanding obligations to Franchisor, its Affiliates, and third-party suppliers shall be up to date, fully paid and satisfied, and you must be in full compliance with this Agreement and any other agreements between you and Franchisor, its Affiliates and your suppliers;
- 12.4.4.
You or the transferee shall have agreed to refurbish the Commercial Training Facility premises so that it meets Franchisor's image requirements for a new ALL DOGS UNLEASHED Facility;
- 12.4.5.
You and each Owner shall have executed a general release, in a form satisfactory to Franchisor, of any and all claims against Franchisor and its Affiliates and their respective officers, directors, shareholders, managers, members, agents and employees in their corporate and individual capacities, including, without limitation, claims arising under federal, state and local laws, rules and ordinances; provided, however, that any release will not be inconsistent with any state law regulating franchising;
- 12.4.6.
You or the transferee shall have paid the applicable Transfer Fee in the amount set forth in the Summary Pages and reimburse Franchisor for all reasonable costs and expenses it incurred (including its attorneys' fees) in facilitating the transfer;
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–158)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 All Dogs Unleashed Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor will not unreasonably withhold consent to a transfer of the franchise. However, All Dogs Unleashed may condition its consent based on several factors.
These conditions include the franchisee requesting consent in writing at least 30 days before the proposed transfer, along with providing a copy of the transfer agreements that include sale terms. All Dogs Unleashed must determine that the sale terms will not negatively affect the franchised business after the transfer. The person seeking to take over the franchise must meet the franchisor's standards for education, management, and business acumen. They must also have a good moral character, business reputation, credit rating, and the aptitude and capital to successfully operate the All Dogs Unleashed franchise.
Additional conditions include ensuring all financial and other obligations to All Dogs Unleashed, its affiliates, and suppliers are current and that the franchisee is in full compliance with all agreements. The facility must also meet the franchisor's image standards for a new All Dogs Unleashed location. Both the franchisee and each owner must execute a general release of claims against the franchisor. Finally, the franchisee or transferee must pay the transfer fee and reimburse All Dogs Unleashed for all reasonable costs associated with the transfer, including attorney's fees.
These stipulations are fairly standard in franchising, as they allow All Dogs Unleashed to maintain control over its brand and ensure that any new franchisee is well-qualified and financially stable. Prospective franchisees should carefully review these conditions and understand the costs and requirements associated with transferring their All Dogs Unleashed franchise.