What are 'Dog Haus Branded Products' and what distinguishes them from other products?
Dog_Haus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
"Dog Haus Branded Products" means any product now existing or developed in the future that bears any of the Dog Haus Marks, including products that are prepared, sold and/or manufactured in strict accordance with Franchisor's recipes, methods, standards and specifications, as well as novelty items such as cups, coolers, hats, tshirts and the like.
"Dog Haus Proprietary Products" means only those food products, beverages, packaging and other products which are produced or manufactured strictly in accordance with Dog Haus Trade Secrets or that Franchisor otherwise designates as proprietary.
"Non-Proprietary Products" means the food and beverage products, condiments, drink ingredients, raw materials, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, uniforms, supplies, paper goods, services, menus, packaging, forms, POS Systems, computer hardware, software, modems and peripheral equipment and other products, supplies, services and equipment, other than Dog Haus Branded Products and Dog Haus Proprietary Products, that may or must be used, offered and sold at the Dog Haus Restaurants.
"Dog Haus Approved Suppliers" means suppliers of Dog Haus Branded Products, Dog Haus Proprietary Products and Non-Proprietary Products, and ancillary services, food products, beverages, supplies, furniture, fixtures and equipment for Dog Haus Restaurants that have been accepted and approved by Franchisor because they have demonstrated to Franchisor their ability to supply products and services for Dog Haus Restaurants meeting Franchisor's specifications as to brand names, models, contents, manner of preparation, ingredients, quality, freshness, compliance with governmental standards and regulations, reliability with respect to delivery and consistency in the quality of their products or services.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 87–328)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dog Haus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, 'Dog Haus Branded Products' are items that carry any of the Dog Haus Marks. These products include items prepared, sold, or manufactured according to Dog Haus's recipes, methods, standards, and specifications. Additionally, novelty items like cups, coolers, hats, and t-shirts also fall under this category.
Dog Haus also distinguishes between 'Dog Haus Branded Products', 'Dog Haus Proprietary Products', and 'Non-Proprietary Products'. 'Dog Haus Proprietary Products' are specific food products, beverages, packaging, and other items produced strictly according to Dog Haus's trade secrets or designated as proprietary by the company. 'Non-Proprietary Products' include a broader range of items such as food and beverage products, condiments, raw materials, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, uniforms, supplies, paper goods, services, menus, packaging, forms, POS systems, computer hardware, software, modems, and peripheral equipment that are used or sold at Dog Haus Restaurants but are not branded or proprietary.
This distinction is important for franchisees as it dictates the sourcing and standards they must adhere to. Dog Haus Approved Suppliers provide these different categories of products, ensuring that franchisees meet the brand's specifications for quality, ingredients, and compliance. Understanding these categories helps franchisees manage their inventory and maintain the brand's consistency.