Can Hydrodog modify the technology services included in the Technology Fee?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Name of Fee(1) | Amount(4) | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology Fee | A Technology Fee of $150 per month plus $99 per month for each HydroDog Vehicle | Payable on the 1st day of each calendar month | The Technology Fee includes, but is not limited to, website listing, data hosting, scheduler, customer relationship management (CRM), workflows, virtual assistant technology, and learning and development platforms. We reserve the right to modify, add, or remove technology services as business needs evolve, in our sole discretion, and you agree to comply with all such modifications and additions, including paying any associated increased fees. Fees may be payable to us o |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 12–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Hydrodog retains the right to modify the technology services included in the Technology Fee. The Technology Fee is $150 per month, plus an additional $99 per month for each HydroDog Vehicle. This fee is payable on the 1st day of each calendar month.
The technology services covered by this fee include website listing, data hosting, scheduler, customer relationship management (CRM), workflows, virtual assistant technology, and learning and development platforms. However, Hydrodog explicitly states that it reserves the right to modify, add, or remove these technology services as business needs evolve.
As a Hydrodog franchisee, you must comply with any such modifications or additions to the technology services, including paying any associated increased fees. These fees may be payable either to Hydrodog directly or to third-party vendors. This means that while the initial Technology Fee covers a specific set of services, Hydrodog can change these services over time, potentially increasing costs for the franchisee. It is important for a prospective franchisee to consider that the technology services and associated costs may change during the term of the franchise agreement.