Who pays for the evaluation of an unapproved supplier for Canine Dimensions?
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 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 cost for evaluating the unapproved supplier falls on the franchisee or the supplier. Specifically, the franchisee or the supplier must pay Canine Dimensions $250 or Canine Dimensions' actual costs for conducting the evaluation, whichever amount is higher.
Furthermore, Canine Dimensions may require the supplier to meet other reasonable requirements, potentially including the payment of ongoing inspection fees and administrative costs. Canine Dimensions retains the right to re-inspect any approved supplier and revoke approval if the supplier fails to continue meeting Canine Dimensions' standards. This ensures that all suppliers meet Canine Dimensions' criteria, but it also means the franchisee could incur additional costs if they want to use a supplier that is not on the approved list.