According to the Hydrodog Franchise Agreement, what is the definition of 'System Standards'?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The Manuals contain mandatory and suggested specifications, standards, operating procedures and rules ("System Standards") that we prescribe from time-to-time for the operation of a HydroDog Business and information relating to your other obligations under this Agreement and related agreements.
You agree to follow the standards, specifications and operating procedures we establish periodically for the HydroDog System that are described in the Manuals.
You also must comply with all updates and amendments to the HydroDog System as described in newsletters or notices we distribute, including via Computer System or other media we select).
The Manuals may be modified or updated and revised periodically to reflect changes in System Standards.
You are responsible for routinely monitoring any on-line version (or electronic format) of the Manuals for changes to them.
You must utilize the Operating Account in accordance with the System Standards as we designate (e.g.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 43–166)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, System Standards are defined as the mandatory and suggested specifications, standards, operating procedures, and rules prescribed by Hydrodog for operating a Hydrodog Business. These standards are detailed in the Manuals that Hydrodog provides to its franchisees.
The Manuals contain information relating to the franchisee's obligations under the Franchise Agreement and related agreements. Franchisees must adhere to the standards, specifications, and operating procedures established by Hydrodog, including any updates or amendments communicated through newsletters or notices.
Hydrodog retains the right to modify or update the Manuals periodically to reflect changes in System Standards. Franchisees are responsible for monitoring any online or electronic versions of the Manuals for updates. The System Standards also apply to the franchisee's use of the Operating Account, which must be utilized in accordance with Hydrodog's designated rules.