Under what conditions can a Dog Haus franchisee terminate the Franchise Agreement?

According to Dog Haus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's ability to terminate the Franchise Agreement is limited. The agreement can be terminated upon the termination of the lease with the written consent of Dog Haus. This means that if the lease for the restaurant location ends, the Franchise Agreement also ends, but only if Dog Haus agrees in writing. This gives Dog Haus significant control over the termination process, as the franchisee cannot unilaterally terminate the agreement simply by ending the lease.

Additionally, the FDD outlines scenarios where Dog Haus, as the franchisor, has the option to terminate the agreement, such as failure to comply with the Development Schedule. However, the document does not explicitly detail any further conditions under which the franchisee can initiate termination of the Franchise Agreement beyond the lease termination scenario.

Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this limited ability to terminate the agreement. It is important to discuss with Dog Haus the circumstances under which they would consent to a lease termination and whether there are any other mechanisms for a franchisee-initiated termination. Understanding these conditions is crucial before entering into a Franchise Agreement with Dog Haus.