Under what circumstances will Canine Dimensions not establish or license another to establish a franchise within the franchisee's Protected Territory?

According to Canine Dimensions's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Canine Dimensions will not establish or license another to establish a Canine Dimensions franchise that operates from any location within the franchisee's Protected Territory during the term of the agreement. This protection is in place unless the franchisee provides prior written consent.

This means that, generally, a franchisee has a defined area where Canine Dimensions will not allow another franchise to operate. This gives the franchisee a degree of exclusivity in their market. However, this protection is not absolute, as the franchisee can waive this right by giving written consent to Canine Dimensions to establish another franchise within their territory.

It is important to note that if the franchisee relocates their franchised business, the boundaries of the Protected Territory will not change. This means the franchisee's territory is fixed, regardless of where they move their home-based business within or even outside that territory (although moving outside the territory may require the franchisee to rent space within the protected territory to operate the business). A prospective franchisee should carefully consider the defined Protected Territory and its potential for growth before signing the Franchise Agreement.