What is the training and Protected Territory fee for a Canine Dimensions franchise, and what does it cover?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must also pay to us a training and Protected Territory fee of $12,500 for the initial training program and the identification of your Protected Territory to bring a total of two (2) people to training. You must also pay this fee if you are purchasing a franchise from an existing franchisee of ours. This fee is mandatory and is not refundable under any circumstances.
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD pages 9–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a $12,500 training and Protected Territory fee. This fee covers the initial training program for up to two people and the identification of the franchisee's Protected Territory.
This fee is mandatory and must be paid whether purchasing a new franchise or acquiring one from an existing franchisee. Unlike the initial franchise fee, the training and Protected Territory fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
For prospective Canine Dimensions franchisees, it is important to note that this fee is in addition to the initial franchise fee and other initial costs such as marketing materials and inventory. Understanding the non-refundable nature of this fee is crucial for financial planning.