For All Dogs Unleashed, what might the specifications include when purchasing items and services from a non-approved supplier?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- D. 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 the 2025 All Dogs Unleashed FDD, the company has the right to establish "Specifications" for various aspects of the System. These specifications include supplier qualifications. Franchisees must comply with these specifications, which All Dogs Unleashed has the right to change and modify over time.
This means that if a franchisee chooses to purchase items or services from a supplier not approved by All Dogs Unleashed, they must still adhere to the specifications set by the company. These specifications could relate to the quality, standards, or functionality of the products or services provided.
For a prospective franchisee, this highlights the importance of understanding and adhering to All Dogs Unleashed's supplier specifications, even when using non-approved suppliers. Failure to comply with these specifications could result in a breach of the franchise agreement.