How many Hydrodog outlets were operating in Virginia at the start of 2022?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Total | 2022 | 0 | | | 2023 | 0 | | | 2024 | 0 |
Table No. 3 Status of Franchised Outlets For Years 2022 to 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 was one Hydrodog outlet operating in Virginia at the start of 2022. The FDD provides a detailed table outlining the number of outlets at the start of each year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions by the franchisor, ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for each state. This information is crucial for prospective franchisees to understand the brand's presence and performance in specific geographic areas.
For a potential Hydrodog franchisee in Virginia, this indicates that the brand had a limited presence in the state at that time. While one existing outlet could provide a foundation for brand recognition, it also suggests that the market may not be fully developed. The franchisee would need to assess the local market conditions and competition to determine the potential for growth.
It's also important to note the changes in outlet numbers in subsequent years. According to the table, no additional outlets were opened in 2022, and the number remained at one. However, in 2023, one outlet was opened, and one was terminated, keeping the total at one. In 2024, one more outlet was opened, bringing the total to two. This data provides a picture of the recent growth and changes within the Hydrodog franchise network in Virginia, which can help a prospective franchisee evaluate the stability and expansion potential of the brand in that region.