Is a Lease Addendum included as an attachment to the All Dogs Unleashed Franchise Agreement?

According to the 2025 All Dogs Unleashed Franchise Disclosure Document, a Lease Addendum is included as Attachment F. The document states that the franchisee often needs to lease a location (referred to as the Premises) to operate their All Dogs Unleashed facility. Because All Dogs Unleashed has specific requirements for the lease terms, a Lease Addendum is used to modify the standard lease agreement.

The Lease Addendum ensures that the lease aligns with All Dogs Unleashed's operational needs and protects the franchisor's interests. For example, the addendum typically specifies that the premises can only be used for operating an All Dogs Unleashed facility. It also ensures the landlord consents to the franchisee's use of All Dogs Unleashed's branding, including trademarks, signs, and interior/exterior decor.

Furthermore, the Lease Addendum requires the landlord to provide All Dogs Unleashed with copies of any notices sent to the franchisee regarding the lease. This provision allows All Dogs Unleashed to stay informed about the lease's status and address any potential issues directly with the landlord. This is a common practice in franchising to protect the brand and ensure consistent standards across all locations.

In the event of termination, All Dogs Unleashed has the option to assume the franchisee's lease. If All Dogs Unleashed exercises this option, the franchisee must assign the lease to All Dogs Unleashed, and the leasehold improvements become the property of All Dogs Unleashed. If All Dogs Unleashed does not assume the lease, the franchisee is responsible for de-identifying the location to remove any All Dogs Unleashed branding.