Must an All Dogs Unleashed franchisee comply with the franchisor's Specifications?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We have the right to establish "Specifications" for various aspects of the System, including, without limitation, specifications on location selection, the Facility's physical characteristics, operating procedures, products and services offered, supplier qualifications, training, marketing and other aspects that affect and/or relate to the experience of System customers. You must comply with our Specifications, which we have the right to (and expect to) change and modify over time.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–158)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with the franchisor's specifications. All Dogs Unleashed has the right to establish specifications for various aspects of the System, including location selection, the physical characteristics of the facility, operating procedures, products and services offered, supplier qualifications, training, marketing, and other aspects related to customer experience.
This means that as an All Dogs Unleashed franchisee, you are obligated to adhere to these specifications, which the franchisor has the right to change and modify over time. This compliance ensures uniformity and consistency across all All Dogs Unleashed franchise locations, maintaining brand standards and customer expectations.
The franchisor's ability to modify specifications over time also implies that franchisees must stay updated and adapt to any changes implemented by All Dogs Unleashed. While this ensures the brand remains current and competitive, it also means franchisees need to be prepared for potential costs associated with implementing these changes.