Can an All Dogs Unleashed franchisee offer a service that competes with an approved service?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
For purposes of this Agreement, the term "Competitive Business" means any (i) business providing dog training, grooming, daycare, or boarding services, or (ii) any other business involved in providing dog training, grooming, daycare, or boarding services, or (iii) any other business offering products and services offered or authorized for sale by System franchisees ((i) through (iii) each a "Competing Business"), or (iv) any business offering or granting licenses or franchises for the right to operate a Competing Business; provided, however, that this Section does not apply to your operation of any other All Dogs Unleashed Facility under a license or Franchise Agreement with us.
Source: Item 16 — RESTRICTIONS ON WHAT THE FRANCHISEE MAY SELL (FDD page 30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is restricted from operating a business that competes with All Dogs Unleashed. The FDD defines a "Competitive Business" as any business providing dog training, grooming, daycare, or boarding services, or any business offering products and services that are offered or authorized for sale by All Dogs Unleashed franchisees.
This definition prevents franchisees from engaging in any business activity that directly competes with the services and products offered under the All Dogs Unleashed brand. However, this restriction does not apply to the operation of another All Dogs Unleashed Facility under a license or Franchise Agreement with the company.
This clause ensures that franchisees remain focused on promoting and providing All Dogs Unleashed services and products, maintaining the integrity and consistency of the brand. It also protects the franchisor's interests by preventing franchisees from diverting resources or expertise to competing ventures. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this restriction and its potential impact on their business activities before investing in an All Dogs Unleashed franchise.