What conditions must be met to qualify for the U.S. Veterans' discount on the Hydrodog franchise fee?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If (i) you are a veteran, (ii) your spouse is a veteran or on active duty, (iii) your biological mother or father is a veteran or on active duty, (iv) your spouse's biological mother or father is a veteran or on active duty, (v) your child is a veteran or on active duty, or (vi) the shareholders, members, or partners owning at least 51% of franchised business are veterans then we will discount our initial franchise fee for your first HydroDog franchise by 15%. This discount applies solely to the Franchise Fee for your first franchise and does not apply to any Additional Territory Fees, subsequent franchise purchases, or any other fees or charges under the Franchise Agreement. "Veteran" means honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, Navy,
Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard or SpaceForce and can provide proof of veteran or military status by providing a DD214 or military orders. A child is defined as a biological child or a legally adopted child.
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD pages 11–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a 15% discount on the initial franchise fee is available to U.S. veterans and their families under certain conditions. The standard initial franchise fee is $40,000 for a territory with a population of up to 150,000. The discount applies only to the initial franchise fee for the first Hydrodog franchise. It does not extend to additional territory fees, subsequent franchise purchases, or any other fees outlined in the Franchise Agreement.
To qualify for the discount, the prospective franchisee must meet one of several criteria related to U.S. military service. The discount is applicable if the franchisee is a veteran, the franchisee's spouse is a veteran or on active duty, the franchisee's biological mother or father is a veteran or on active duty, the spouse's biological mother or father is a veteran or on active duty, or the franchisee's child is a veteran or on active duty. Additionally, the discount applies if veterans own at least 51% of the franchised business through shares, membership, or partnership.
A "Veteran" is defined as someone honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, or SpaceForce. Proof of veteran or military status is required, typically through a DD214 form or military orders. A child is defined as a biological child or a legally adopted child. This discount provides a substantial benefit to veterans and their families, reducing the initial investment required to start a Hydrodog franchise.