Does the Maryland addendum for Canine Dimensions affect the initial franchise fee?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
This will serve as the State Addendum for the State of Maryland for Canine Dimensions Franchising, LLC and for its Franchise Agreement. This addendum amends the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
The provisions contained in Item 17 of the Disclosure Document and Article 14 of the Franchise Agreement regarding termination may not be enforceable under federal bankruptcy law (11 U.S.C.
Section 101 et seq.).
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Canine Dimensions Franchise Disclosure Document, the Maryland addendum addresses specific legal considerations for franchisees operating in Maryland. The addendum states that it amends the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Specifically, it notes that provisions in Item 17 of the Disclosure Document and Article 14 of the Franchise Agreement regarding termination may not be enforceable under federal bankruptcy law.
However, the provided excerpt of the Maryland addendum does not mention any changes or modifications to the initial franchise fee. The focus of the addendum is on clarifying the enforceability of termination provisions in relation to federal bankruptcy law.
Therefore, a prospective Canine Dimensions franchisee in Maryland should consult the full Item 22 and the complete Maryland addendum in the FDD to confirm whether any other clauses might affect fees or other financial obligations. They should also seek clarification from Canine Dimensions regarding any potential impact of the addendum on the initial franchise fee or other financial aspects of the franchise agreement.