Does All Dogs Unleashed need to approve the Assistant General Manager?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You shall designate, with Franchisor's prior written consent, an Assistant Manager to assist in the supervision of the Franchised Business.
The Assistant Manager must attend and successfully complete Franchisor's initial training program and all additional training that Franchisor requires, to Franchisor's satisfaction.
Franchisor shall have approved the Assistant Manager as meeting its then-current
qualifications for such position. Any proposed replacement Assistant Manager must successfully complete the initial training program and such other training required by Franchisor, and be approved by Franchisor, before assuming his or her position as Assistant Manager.
Source: Item 15 — OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISED BUSINESS (FDD pages 29–30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor's approval is required for the Assistant Manager. Specifically, the franchisee must designate an Assistant Manager to help supervise the Franchised Business, and this designation requires All Dogs Unleashed's prior written consent.
The FDD states that the Assistant Manager must attend and successfully complete All Dogs Unleashed's initial training program, as well as any additional training the franchisor requires. This training must be completed to the franchisor's satisfaction. Furthermore, All Dogs Unleashed must approve the Assistant Manager as meeting the brand's qualifications for the position.
Any proposed replacement Assistant Manager must also successfully complete the initial training program and any other training required by All Dogs Unleashed. The franchisor must approve the replacement before they can assume the position. This requirement ensures that all personnel in management positions meet the standards and qualifications set by All Dogs Unleashed, maintaining consistency and quality across all franchise locations.