Are Zoomin Groomin Business Managers subject to a covenant not to compete?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
through our Manual. Adjustments may be optional or may be required. We will provide you with reasonable notice before requiring you to offer new products and services. You may not offer or sell any products or perform any services that we have not approved.
D. Non-Competition Covenants
You will not, during the Term of this Agreement, in the United States or its Territories, directly or indirectly, offer the Approved Products and Services other than through a Zoomin Groomin Franchised Business.
4.2.Training
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Source: Item 15 — **OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISED BUSINESS (FDD page 37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Zoomin Groomin FDD, franchisees are subject to non-compete covenants during the term of the Franchise Agreement. Specifically, franchisees cannot offer approved products and services other than through a Zoomin Groomin Franchised Business within the United States or its territories.
After the agreement expires or terminates, the franchisee is restricted from unfairly competing with Zoomin Groomin for two years. This restriction applies within the Territory or within twenty-five (25) miles of the boundaries of the Territory or 25 miles of any other Zoomin Groomin outlet, even if the franchisee sells their franchise.
The FDD does not explicitly state whether these non-compete covenants apply to a General Manager working for the franchisee. However, the franchisee is responsible for ensuring that their business operates in accordance with the Franchise Agreement. It is important for a prospective franchisee to clarify with Zoomin Groomin whether the non-compete extends to their employees, including a General Manager, to fully understand the scope of these restrictions.