Does HydroDog provide initial training as of the date of the disclosure document?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
daily operations and HydroDog business protocols.
You and your trainees must successfully complete the HydroDog Academy, as determined in our sole discretion, prior to opening your Business (as described in Section 7.3 of the Franchise Agreement). This includes successfully passing all required assessments designed to evaluate comprehension of training topics. Upon successful completion of the training program and passing of all assessments, you and your trainees will receive a certificate of completion, which may be required for operational approval of your Business. You also must participate in all other activities required to operate your HydroDog Business. You are responsible for all travel, living and compensation expenses which you and your trainees incur in connection with training.
As of the date of this disclosure document, we provide the following initial training:
TRAINING PROGRAM
| Parameter | Initial Franchise Fee and for additional territories | |
|---|---|---|
| Item Financed (1) | Up to 50% of the Initial Franchise Fee | |
| Source of Financing | Us | |
| Down Payment | $20,000 | |
| Amount Financed | Up to 50% | |
| Interest Rate/Finance Charge | 8% per annum (including finance charges) | |
| Period of Repayment | 60 months | |
| Security Required | Personal Guarantee | |
| Whether a Person Other than the Franchisee Must Personally Guarantee the Debt (2) | If the franchisee is an entity, its owners must personally guarantee the debt | |
| Prepayment Penalty | None | |
| Liability Upon Default | Accelerated obligation to pay the entire amount due, pay our court costs and attorney fees incurred in collecting the debt, and termination of the franchise. | |
| Waiver of Defenses or Other Legal | Waiver of right to a jury trial; homestead and other exemptions; | |
| Rights | waiver of presentment, demand, protest, notice of dishonor. | |
| Intent to Sell (3) | There is no intent to sell, assign or factor the debt to a third party. | |
| Consideration for placement of | None | |
| financing (4) | We will schedule Training as needed for new franchisees and you must complete the program at least 30-days before opening your HydroDog Business. We may make all or any portion of training on-line or video based instead of in person. |
Training will be conducted by HydroDog corporate representatives or qualified contractors, including Leslie McInnis, who has been a franchisee since 2023 and has 3 years grooming experience. All trainers must possess demonstrated expertise in pet grooming and mobile grooming services; HydroDog operational standards and best practices; and franchise management and support systems.
Each trainer is carefully selected and must maintain current certification in their respective areas of expertise to ensure franchisees receive the highest quality training and support.
Some states and municipalities also may require separate training before permitting the business to open. You should check your state and local laws.
We may, in our sole discretion, provide additional training and support to franchisees and their staff through our continuous education program. While this program is designed to maintain high standards and adapt to evolving business needs, we reserve the right to modify or discontinue any aspect of the program at any time. Our training support includes access to our extensive e-learning platform featuring video
tutorials on practice methods, as well as comprehensive learning aids such as operational checklists, guides, and daily operational resources. Additionally, we offer regular interactive webinars featuring live sessions with our experienced staff covering advanced topics, complemented by personalized one-on-one coaching through scheduled calls and in-person meetings to ensure your success.
In addition to the Initial training, we offer a range of optional business development training modules to support franchisee growth and professional development. These courses are available at your discretion and are designed to enhance business acumen and leadership skills.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, initial training is provided through the HydroDog Academy program. Franchisees and their trainees must successfully complete the HydroDog Academy before opening their business, including passing all required assessments. Upon completion, a certificate is issued, which may be required for operational approval. Franchisees are responsible for all travel, living, and compensation expenses incurred during training.
The HydroDog Academy is designed to equip franchisees with essential operational skills through a combination of online and on-site training. The online portion includes self-paced modules, video tutorials, and interactive assessments. On-site training may occur at the franchisee's location or at a designated corporate training facility, featuring hands-on instruction in equipment setup, client management, service delivery, and HydroDog business protocols.
Hydrodog will schedule training as needed for new franchisees, and it must be completed at least 30 days before opening the HydroDog Business. Training is conducted by HydroDog corporate representatives or qualified contractors with expertise in pet grooming, mobile grooming services, HydroDog operational standards, and franchise management. Some states and municipalities may require separate training before permitting the business to open, so franchisees should check local laws. HydroDog also offers optional business development training modules to support franchisee growth.