What training programs are Hydrodog franchisees required to complete to renew their franchise?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
d agreements. You should read these provisions in the agreements attached to this disclosure document.**
| Provisions | Other Agreement | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| (a) | Section 2.2 | 10 years |
| Length of the Franchise | ||
| Term | ||
| (b) | Section 3.1 | If you are in good standing, you can acquire a |
| Renewal or extension | successor franchise for an additional 10-year | |
| of the term | term on our then current terms and conditions. | |
| (c) Requirements for franchisee to renew or extend | Sections 3.1, 3.3, & 3.4 | The term "renewal" refers to extending our franchise relationship at the end of your initial term and any other renewal or extension of the initial term. Your successor franchise rights permit you to remain as a Franchise after the initial term of your Franchise Agreement expires. You must give us written notice of your election to acquire a successor franchise; maintain possession of the HydroDog Vehicle, or secure a substitute, and being it into compliance with our then-current standards and specification; sign our then-current franchise agreement, which may be materially different except that the Royalties and Marketing Fund Fees will be the same as the prior franchise agreement; pay our then-current fees except an initial franchise fee; |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 36–38)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, to renew the franchise agreement for an additional 10-year term, a franchisee must satisfactorily complete any new training and refresher programs that Hydrodog requires at the time of renewal.
To be eligible for renewal, franchisees must be in good standing with Hydrodog, provide written notice of their intent to acquire a successor franchise, maintain possession of the HydroDog Vehicle (or a suitable substitute that meets Hydrodog's current standards), and sign the then-current franchise agreement. The new franchise agreement may differ materially from the original, although the Royalties and Marketing Fund Fees will remain the same. Franchisees must also pay Hydrodog's then-current fees, with the exception of the initial franchise fee, and sign a general release.
This means that franchisees need to stay updated with any changes in Hydrodog's training programs to ensure they meet the renewal requirements. The obligation to complete new training and refresher programs is a condition for securing a successor franchise, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and adaptation within the Hydrodog franchise system.