What is the fee for Canine Dimensions to evaluate an unapproved supplier?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ered, at Franchisor's option, either to Franchisor or to an independent third party designated by Franchisor for testing. Franchisee or the supplier must pay to Franchisor Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250) or Franchisor's actual costs for conducting the evaluation (whichever is higher). Franchisor may also require that the supplier comply with such other reasonable requirements as Franchisor deems appropriate, including payment of reasonable continuing inspection fees and administrative costs. Franchisor reserves the right, at its option, to re-inspect any approve
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee wishes to purchase items from a supplier not already approved by Canine Dimensions, the franchisee must first seek approval from Canine Dimensions. As part of this process, Canine Dimensions has the right to inspect the supplier's facilities and request samples for testing, either by Canine Dimensions or an independent third party.
The franchisee or the unapproved supplier is responsible for covering the costs associated with this evaluation. Specifically, the franchisee or supplier must pay Canine Dimensions $250, or Canine Dimensions' actual costs for conducting the evaluation, whichever amount is higher. This fee covers the expense of assessing whether the unapproved supplier meets Canine Dimensions' standards and specifications.
Furthermore, Canine Dimensions retains the right to require the supplier to comply with other reasonable requirements, including the payment of ongoing inspection fees and administrative costs. Canine Dimensions also reserves the right to re-inspect any approved supplier and revoke approval if the supplier fails to continue meeting Canine Dimensions' criteria. This ensures that all suppliers, even those initially approved, maintain the required standards over time.