Hike Doggie

What is the current number of active franchised units, and why do the FDD records show zero units for 2022, 2023, and 2024?

The Franchise Fee of $100,000 exceeds the typical range for Pet Services franchises. What specific services, inventory, or support justify this higher initial investment compared to competitors?

Can you provide details on the 11 total litigation cases filed in the system's history? What were the primary categories of disputes (e.g., contract disputes, non-payment, termination disagreements)?

Describe the nature of the 1 pending litigation case. Is the franchisor a defendant or plaintiff, and what stage is the case currently in?

The Support & Training score of 67 falls below the typical range of 77.5-91.0 for this category. What initial training and ongoing support does the franchisor provide, and how many hours/days are included?

Territory is non-exclusive with no encroachment protection. Can the franchisor establish competing Hike Doggie units within your territory, and if so, are there any limitations on how close they can be?

What is the renewal process after the initial 10-year term expires? You indicate no renewal options specified—does this mean the franchise automatically terminates, or can terms be negotiated?

The Transfer Fee is $5,000, which is below typical range. Are there additional conditions or restrictions beyond the fee for transferring your franchise to a new owner?

Only 12 specific termination causes are listed compared to the typical range of 15.5-21.0. What grounds does the franchisor retain to terminate the agreement, and are there any termination causes not explicitly detailed in the FDD?

The Non-Compete clause requires 2 years and 25 miles post-termination. How is the 25-mile radius calculated, and does it apply if the franchisor terminates for cause versus if you voluntarily exit?

The Total Potential Term of 10 years is below the typical 12.5-20.0 range for Pet Services franchises. Does the franchise agreement allow for multiple renewal periods, or is this a fixed 10-year agreement with no options to extend?

The Financial Performance score of 40 is below the typical range of 45.0-60.0. Does the franchisor provide an Item 19 financial performance representation, and if so, what is the average unit volume and profitability data?

The dispute resolution clause requires mandatory binding arbitration at the franchisor's headquarters location and includes class action and jury trial waivers. Are there any exceptions to arbitration, and can disputes be resolved in your local jurisdiction?

Personal guarantees are required from all owners with joint and several liability for all obligations including post-termination obligations. What specific post-termination obligations could franchisees be held liable for, and how long do these extend?

With zero reported units in recent years, how many franchisees currently own and operate Hike Doggie locations, and how long has the system been operating?

Of the 11 total litigation cases, how many resulted in judgments against the franchisor, settlements, or dismissals? Can you provide copies of the complaint summaries?

What was the franchisor's stated reason for initiating any of the litigation cases, and have patterns emerged regarding franchisee-franchisor disputes?

Are there performance standards or minimum sales requirements that could trigger termination, and if so, what are the benchmarks?

The Renewal Conditions Count of 3 is below typical range. What conditions must be met to renew the franchise, and are there any fees, facility upgrades, or operational changes required for renewal?

How is the 60-day mandatory mediation process structured before arbitration, and must both parties participate in good faith for the mediation requirement to be satisfied?