Which deadlines govern the opening of an All Dogs Unleashed facility, those in the Franchise Agreement or the ADA?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The terms of each Franchise Agreement will control the establishment and operation of the Facility that is the subject of that Franchise Agreement; provided, however the opening deadlines stated in this ADA must govern.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–158)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the opening deadlines for a facility are governed by the terms outlined in the Area Development Agreement (ADA). While the Franchise Agreement dictates the establishment and operation of the All Dogs Unleashed facility, the specific deadlines for opening the facility are controlled by the ADA.
This means that even though a franchisee signs a Franchise Agreement, the timelines for actually getting the facility up and running are determined by the ADA. This distinction is important for prospective franchisees to understand, as it clarifies which document takes precedence when it comes to meeting opening deadlines.
Therefore, potential All Dogs Unleashed franchisees should carefully review the ADA to understand their obligations and timelines for opening their facility, as those deadlines will be the governing factor, not the Franchise Agreement itself.