Under what circumstances is a Zoomin Groomin franchisee permitted to discontinue active operation of the Franchised Business for three or more business days?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
i. If you abandon the Franchised Business or discontinue the active operation of the Franchised Business for three or more business days, except when active operation is not reasonably possible, such as because of a natural disaster or government order;
Source: Item 9 — 01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (FDD pages 68–156)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee can discontinue active operation of the Franchised Business for three or more business days without facing termination if active operation is not reasonably possible.
The FDD specifies that such circumstances include events like a natural disaster or a government order. This clause protects the franchisee from being penalized for temporary closures caused by events outside of their control.
However, if a Zoomin Groomin franchisee discontinues active operation for three or more business days for reasons other than those specified (natural disaster or government order), Zoomin Groomin has grounds for termination of the franchise agreement.