Does Hydrodog retain the right to market through electronic marketing programs?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
writing to extend such period due to circumstances beyond your reasonable control.
Except for our HydroDog website and any electronic marketing programs that we authorize, you are prohibited from marketing or selling through the Internet, World Wide Web, or any other electronic means of marketing and distribution of Products and Services, or any other distribution channel outside of your HydroDog Business.
We do not offer options, rights of first refusal or similar rights to acquire additional franchises.
Rights We Retain
Under the Franchise Agreement we (and our affiliates) retain the right in our sole discretion to:
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 30–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Hydrodog retains specific rights regarding marketing and sales, including electronic marketing programs. While franchisees are generally prohibited from marketing through the internet or other electronic means, this restriction does not apply to Hydrodog's own website or any electronic marketing programs that Hydrodog authorizes.
Hydrodog maintains the right to sell or distribute products and services through various channels without any restrictions. This includes distributing branded products through any outlet, including general retail stores, pet stores, or by electronic means, regardless of location. Hydrodog also retains the right to offer products and services through the Internet, World Wide Web, and other similar venues, irrespective of the customer's location.
These stipulations mean that Hydrodog franchisees must rely on Hydrodog's approved electronic marketing programs and website for online marketing efforts. Franchisees are restricted from independently engaging in online marketing or sales outside of these approved channels. This could limit a franchisee's ability to reach customers online and compete with other businesses that have more freedom in their online marketing strategies. However, it also ensures a consistent brand image and marketing approach across the Hydrodog system.