Woof Gang Bakery

What is the specific nature of the pending litigation case initiated by the franchisor, and what is the expected timeline for resolution?

Can you provide details on the 9 non-curable defaults listed in the termination clause, and how frequently have franchisees faced termination under these provisions?

The transfer rate of 4.6% exceeds typical levels—what are the primary reasons franchisees are transferring ownership, and does the franchisor have any concerns about unit quality during these transitions?

Given that the technology fee of $50 monthly is significantly lower than industry norms, are there plans to increase this fee, and what specific technology services are included?

Can you explain why the non-compete radius of 10 miles is narrower than typical for pet services franchises, and how does this protect franchisees from encroachment?

Of the 7 units closed in 2024, how many were closed due to franchisor action versus voluntary closure by franchisees, and what were the primary failure factors?

The renewal fee equals 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee—what is the current initial franchise fee trend, and can you provide examples of actual renewal fees paid by franchisees?

Can you provide details on the 8 specified conditions required to renew the franchise agreement for the second 10-year term?

What is the specific content and scope of the unlimited personal guarantee required from all principals, and what circumstances have triggered enforcement?

Has the franchisor required spouse guarantees from any franchisees, and under what circumstances is this discretionary requirement typically invoked?

Regarding the mandatory purchase of designated products from the franchisor or approved suppliers, what percentage of a typical franchisee's cost of goods are subject to this requirement?

Can you clarify whether private label inventory is exclusively available only from the franchisor/designees, or can franchisees source from alternative approved suppliers?

The financial performance score of 66 is above typical—what specific metrics drove this higher score, and are these results audited or verified?

How many units reporting financial data are included in the Item 19 disclosure, and what is the geographic distribution of these units?

The system experienced 45.4% unit growth over 3 years—what percentage of this growth comes from new franchisees versus acquisitions of existing units?

Under the binding arbitration clause, who bears the costs of arbitration proceedings, and have any arbitration disputes been filed in the past 3 years?

Can you provide the timeline and outcome of the pending franchisor-initiated litigation, and does it involve contractual disputes with specific franchisees?

What is the renewal fee amount based on the current $49,900 franchise fee, and have any franchisees declined renewal based on the fee structure?

Are there any marketing or operational changes planned that might require modifications to the technology fee structure in the next 2-3 years?

Can you provide examples of the 3 curable monetary defaults and explain the remediation process and timeframe for each?