Does All Dogs Unleashed have a right of first refusal to acquire a franchisee's business?

According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, All Dogs Unleashed does have a right of first refusal to acquire a franchisee's business. Specifically, All Dogs Unleashed has the ability to match any offer that a franchisee receives to purchase their business or an ownership interest in the franchisee's entity. This is detailed in Section 12.8 of the franchise agreement.

This right of first refusal means that if a franchisee wants to sell their All Dogs Unleashed business, they must first offer All Dogs Unleashed the opportunity to buy it on the same terms as any other potential buyer. This gives All Dogs Unleashed control over who becomes a new franchisee and ensures that the business remains aligned with their brand standards and operational procedures.

For a prospective All Dogs Unleashed franchisee, this condition could impact their exit strategy. While they are free to find a buyer for their franchise, All Dogs Unleashed has the ultimate say in whether the sale goes through. If All Dogs Unleashed exercises its right of first refusal, the franchisee will be obligated to sell the business to All Dogs Unleashed instead of their chosen buyer. Franchisees should consider this when projecting the potential sale price and terms of their franchise in the future.