What was the total number of Hydrodog outlets at the end 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, at the end of 2024, there were a total of 21 Hydrodog outlets. This total comprises 20 franchised outlets and 1 company-owned outlet.
The number of franchised Hydrodog outlets increased from 18 at the start of 2024 to 20 by the end of the year, representing a net increase of 2 franchised locations. The number of company-owned Hydrodog outlets increased by 1 during 2024.
Prospective franchisees should note the changes in outlet numbers, as this provides insight into the growth and stability of the Hydrodog franchise system. Understanding the composition of franchised versus company-owned outlets can also inform a franchisee's expectations regarding the franchisor's business strategies and support model. Reviewing the state-by-state outlet information can further reveal geographic concentrations and market penetration.
It is also important to note that the FDD includes tables outlining the status of franchised and company-owned outlets, transfers of outlets, and projected openings. This information can be useful for potential franchisees in evaluating the overall health and future direction of the Hydrodog franchise.