Can Canine Dimensions modify my territorial rights under any other circumstances besides default?

According to Canine Dimensions's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor can terminate or reduce the size of a franchisee's protected territory if the franchisee defaults under the Franchise Agreement. Defaulting can include failing to maintain Canine Dimensions's standards or failing to pay royalty and other fees when due.

Outside of these default scenarios, the FDD explicitly states that the continuation of territorial exclusivity does not depend on achieving certain sales volumes, market penetration, or other contingencies. Furthermore, the document emphasizes that there are no other circumstances under which Canine Dimensions can alter a franchisee's protected territory.

This assurance of territorial rights, barring default, offers a level of security for Canine Dimensions franchisees. It means that franchisees can invest in their business and marketing efforts within their designated area without the immediate risk of territorial changes due to performance metrics or other external factors. However, franchisees must remain compliant with Canine Dimensions's standards and payment obligations to maintain their protected territory.

It is important to note that while Canine Dimensions grants an exclusive territory, they and their affiliates retain rights to operate similar businesses outside the franchisee's protected territory. They also reserve the right to sell similar goods through different distribution channels, such as online, both inside and outside the protected territory. These retained rights could potentially impact a franchisee's business, even with territorial protection.