What are the 'Indemnitors' defined as in the Dog Haus agreement?

According to Dog Haus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Indemnitors are defined within the context of indemnification. Specifically, the agreement states that 'Area Developer and its Owners and Affiliates (collectively, the "Indemnitors") shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless to the fullest extent p'.

In simpler terms, this means that the Area Developer, along with their owners and affiliates, are responsible for protecting Dog Haus from any potential legal claims, damages, or losses. This obligation includes covering legal costs and paying any judgments or settlements that may arise.

This indemnification clause is a standard provision in franchise agreements. It shifts the responsibility for certain risks from the franchisor (Dog Haus) to the franchisee (Area Developer). Prospective franchisees should carefully review this section with legal counsel to understand the scope of their indemnification obligations and ensure they have adequate insurance coverage to mitigate potential risks.