Are the travel and boarding expenses for Hydrodog advisory council members always paid?

According to Hydrodog's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee is selected to participate on the advisory council, Hydrodog will pay all reasonable expenses related to their participation, such as travel and boarding expenses to attend council meetings, subject to Hydrodog's approval.

This means that while Hydrodog intends to cover these expenses, reimbursement is not guaranteed. Franchisees must obtain Hydrodog's approval for these expenses to be paid. This approval process introduces an element of uncertainty, as not all expenses may be deemed reasonable or approved by Hydrodog.

It is important to note that Hydrodog reserves the right to establish, change, merge, or dissolve any advisory council at any time. This includes the right to remove council members at their discretion. The advisory council itself acts only in an advisory capacity and does not have decision-making authority, as it is governed by bylaws and Hydrodog retains control over its structure and existence.

Prospective franchisees should clarify with Hydrodog what specific types of travel and boarding expenses are typically approved, what documentation is required for reimbursement, and what recourse a franchisee has if expenses are deemed unreasonable or are not approved. Understanding these details will help a franchisee budget for potential advisory council participation and understand the potential financial implications.