Does Canine Dimensions have the option to require Franchisee's Associates to complete the Initial Training Program?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
At Franchisor's option, any persons subsequently employed by or under contract with Franchisee as Associates shall also complete the Initial Training Program to Franchisor's satisfaction. Franchisee's Associates shall also attend and complete to Franchisor's satisfaction such refresher courses, third party seminars, and other training programs as Franchisor may reasonably require from time to time. All training contemplated by this Section 6.4 shall be conducted at Franchisor's headquarters or such other location as Franchisor may specify. Franchisor shall provide instructors and training materials for all required training programs, except for third-party seminars. Franchisor reserves the right to assess a reasonable training fee for any refresher training programs or training of Associates who affiliate with Franchisee after Franchise's opening. Franchisee shall be responsible for all other expenses incurred by Franchisee in connection with any training programs, including, without limitation, transportation, lodging, meals, and wages.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Canine Dimensions has the option to require any associates employed by or under contract with the franchisee to complete the Initial Training Program. The franchisee's associates must also attend and complete any refresher courses, third-party seminars, and other training programs that Canine Dimensions may reasonably require from time to time.
All training will be conducted at Canine Dimensions' headquarters or another location they specify. Canine Dimensions will provide instructors and training materials for all required training programs, except for third-party seminars. Canine Dimensions reserves the right to assess a reasonable training fee for any refresher training programs or training of associates who affiliate with the franchisee after the franchisee's opening.
The franchisee is responsible for all expenses incurred in connection with any training programs, including transportation, lodging, meals, and wages.