What constitutes infringement regarding the use of Canine Dimensions marks?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 7.2.5 Franchisee's right to use the Marks is limited to such uses as are authorized under this Agreement, and any unauthorized use of them will be considered infringement.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's unauthorized use of the brand's marks is considered infringement. This means that any use of the Canine Dimensions trademarks, service marks, or logos that is not explicitly authorized in the Franchise Agreement is a violation of the agreement.
Specifically, franchisees are only allowed to use the marks designated by Canine Dimensions and only in the manner that Canine Dimensions authorizes and permits. This use is restricted to the operation and advertising of the franchised business. Franchisees must operate and advertise the franchised business solely under the name "Canine Dimensions" unless otherwise authorized or required by the company. Franchisees must also identify themselves as the owners of their franchise when using the marks on business documents.
Upon termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee must immediately cease all use of the Canine Dimensions marks and must not represent themselves as a current or former franchisee. They must also remove all materials displaying the marks, including signs, advertising, and clothing. Furthermore, franchisees must not use any imitation of the marks that could cause confusion or dilute Canine Dimensions' rights to the marks. Failing to comply with these restrictions constitutes infringement.