When does the Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchisee pay the National Convention Fee?
Central_Bark_Doggy_Day_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Convention Fee | Then-current fee; currently $475 per attendee7 | As billed by us | We will charge you a fee for attending the National Convention. You (or your Managing Owner) must attend the National Convention annually, and one additional manager of the Franchised Business may attend. You are responsible for all costs and expenses for travel, lodging and meals for your attendees. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES1 (FDD pages 13–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Central Bark Doggy Day Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the National Convention Fee is due as billed by the franchisor. The current fee is $475 per attendee. Central Bark Doggy Day Care requires that the franchisee or their Managing Owner attend the National Convention annually. One additional manager of the Franchised Business may also attend.
This means that a franchisee must budget for this fee annually, and payment is triggered when Central Bark Doggy Day Care sends an invoice. The franchisee is also responsible for covering all travel, lodging, and meal expenses for each attendee.
Since the fee can be increased annually, a prospective franchisee should inquire about the frequency and magnitude of past increases to better forecast this expense. Also, the franchisee should confirm how far in advance they will be billed to allow sufficient time for payment.