Under what conditions can Hydrodog grant a franchisee an exemption from cooperative membership?
Hydrodog Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We may grant to any franchisee, in our sole discretion, an exemption for any length of time from the requirement of membership in a Cooperative, upon written request of such franchisee stating reasons supporting such exemption. Our decision concerning such request for exemption will be final. We reserve the right to form, change, dissolve, or merge any Cooperative. (Franchise Agreement, Section 12.8)
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, Hydrodog has the discretion to designate geographic areas for regional advertising and promotional cooperatives. Franchisees within these designated areas are typically required to participate in the Cooperative. However, Hydrodog may grant an exemption from this requirement.
Hydrodog, in its sole discretion, can grant a franchisee an exemption from the cooperative membership requirement for any length of time. To be considered for an exemption, a franchisee must submit a written request to Hydrodog, providing reasons to support the exemption.
The decision regarding the exemption request rests solely with Hydrodog, and their decision is considered final. Hydrodog also retains the right to form, change, dissolve, or merge any Cooperative as it sees fit.