In which states will Canine Dimensions disregard answers to the Franchisee Disclosure Acknowledgment Statement?

According to Canine Dimensions's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a prospective franchisee lives or plans to operate their franchise in California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, or Wisconsin, Canine Dimensions will not ask them to complete the Franchisee Disclosure Acknowledgment form and will disregard any answers provided.

This policy likely stems from specific state franchise laws or regulations in these locations. These states may have stricter requirements regarding what a franchisor can or cannot ask a franchisee to acknowledge, or they may place less weight on such acknowledgments in dispute resolution. By choosing to disregard the form in these states, Canine Dimensions may be aiming to avoid potential legal challenges or ensure compliance with local regulations.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that if they are planning to operate in one of the listed states, Canine Dimensions will not rely on the Franchisee Disclosure Acknowledgment form. It is important for potential franchisees to understand the implications of this, and how their state's franchise laws may differ. They should seek legal counsel to fully understand their rights and obligations in their specific state.