How many Hydrodog outlets were operating at the start of 2024?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 18 | -1 | |
| 2024 | 18 | 20 | +2 | |
| Company-Owned | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Total | 2022 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 18 | -1 | |
| 2024 | 18 | 21 | +3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 40–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 18 franchised outlets operating at the start of 2024. Additionally, there were zero company-owned Hydrodog outlets at the start of 2024. This brings the total number of Hydrodog outlets operating at the start of 2024 to 18.
It is important to note the distinction between franchised and company-owned outlets, as this can impact the support and resources available to franchisees. Franchised outlets are owned and operated by individual franchisees, while company-owned outlets are owned and operated directly by Hydrodog. The performance of company-owned stores can be a direct reflection of the brand's operational strategies.
Prospective franchisees should pay close attention to the trends in outlet openings and closures, as well as the net change in the number of outlets. A growing number of outlets can indicate a healthy and expanding franchise system, while a declining number may be a cause for concern. Reviewing these figures over several years, as presented in the FDD, provides a more comprehensive understanding of the brand's stability and growth trajectory.