Camp Bow Wow

Can you provide details on the 1 pending litigation case, including the nature of the dispute and expected timeline for resolution?

What were the circumstances surrounding the 2 cases where Camp Bow Wow acted as plaintiff? Were these related to franchisee non-compliance or other contract disputes?

The termination rate of 1.3% exceeds typical ranges for pet service franchises. How many of the 6 terminations over 3 years were due to performance issues versus breach of contract, and what specific violations triggered terminations?

Why does your 3-year compound annual growth rate of 2.67% lag the typical range of 4.73-33.02%? What is driving slower system expansion compared to category peers?

Given the 50-mile non-compete radius, how does Camp Bow Wow define and enforce territorial boundaries to prevent franchisee encroachment, and what happens if a franchisee wants to open a second location?

Your franchise agreement lists 30 termination causes (above the typical 15.5-21.0 range). Can you provide the complete list and clarify which causes are most frequently invoked?

The agreement requires 13 renewal conditions—above the typical 6.5-9.0 range. What are these conditions, and have any franchisees been denied renewal in the past 5 years?

Personal guarantees are required from franchisees and spouses covering all assets and realty. If a franchisee defaults, what is the typical process for asset recovery, and can personal residences be at risk?

A minimum monthly royalty exists regardless of performance. What is the minimum monthly amount, and how many franchisees currently pay this floor amount versus sales-based royalties?

Operational control includes required purchases from approved suppliers, with CBW setting both minimum and maximum prices. How are these prices determined, and what percentage markup does Camp Bow Wow take on supplier arrangements?

The renewal fee equals 50% of the then-current franchise fee. If franchise fees increase significantly, could renewal costs become prohibitively expensive, and has this been a point of contention with franchisees?

Your average gross sales of $973,936 significantly exceed typical category benchmarks. Is this figure representative of typical franchisees, or driven by high-performing outliers, and what is the median sales figure?

3 units were closed in 2022 and 3 in 2024, but only 1 in 2023. What caused the spike in closures in 2022 and 2024, and were these pandemic-related or performance-driven?

Transfer rate of 3.1% suggests franchisees selling locations annually. What is the typical resale price for a Camp Bow Wow franchise, and does the franchisor have a right of first refusal or approval over buyer transfers?

Why does the Investment Costs score rank at 20/100, far below the typical range of 68.5-78.5? What hidden costs or capital requirements should franchisees be aware of beyond the stated $50,000 franchise fee?

Support & Training scores 95/100, well above typical ranges. What specific training and ongoing support distinguishes Camp Bow Wow, and is this support reflected in franchisee satisfaction and retention rates?

Of the 224 current units, how many are company-owned, and what percentage of revenue comes from franchisee royalties versus company-operated locations?

Item 19 financial disclosures are provided. Are these average figures, median figures, or based on specific unit types, and how many franchisees fall below the average sales of $973,936?

The non-compete of 2 years/50 miles is broader than typical. After the franchise expires or is terminated, what activities are franchisees prohibited from, and have non-compete restrictions been litigated?

Late payment penalties include a $100 fee plus 18% annual interest. How often do franchisees incur late fees, and at what point does non-payment trigger termination proceedings?