Risk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$680,500 - $1,098,000
Franchise Fee
$35,000
Total US Locations
18
Business Summary
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED operates a comprehensive dog care business, functioning as a one-stop shop that specializes in dog training, daycare, boarding, and grooming services. The business utilizes a proprietary system that includes distinctive interior and exterior design elements, specific color schemes, graphics, and proprietary dog training programs. Additionally, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED follows set operational and customer service standards, advertising and marketing specifications, and other designated techniques and procedures.
Corporate History
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED began its franchising journey when ADU Franchise limited liability company was formed in Texas on July 6, 2021, and started offering franchises in December 2021. Although the franchisor itself did not operate the business directly before franchising, its affiliate, All Dogs Unleashed, LLC, founded the very first ALL DOGS UNLEASHED facility in Carrollton, Texas, in December 2012. This affiliate had also previously licensed similar operations from 2017 to 2021, with 11 licensees. These existing license agreements were then formally transferred to ADU Franchise limited liability company on December 1, 2021, marking the official expansion of the ALL DOGS UNLEASHED brand into franchising. The system focuses on providing comprehensive dog services including training, daycare, boarding, and grooming. Another affiliate, ADU Sales, LLC, formed in October 2022, manages sales and call center services primarily for corporate locations.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$680,500 - $1,098,000
Franchise Fee (Low)
$35,000
Franchise Fee (High)
$60,000
Royalty %
7%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$442,000
Equipment Costs (High)
$760,000
Working Capital
$135,000
Audited Financials
Yes
Offers Financing
No
Audit Opinion
Unqualified opinion
Financial Health Notes
ADU Franchise limited liability company appears to be in a stable financial position. The company has maintained a positive net income across the last three fiscal years, reporting $109,370 in 2024, $171,874 in 2023, and $163,286 in 2022. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED also generated substantial cash from its operating activities, reaching $191,003 in 2024. Management has explicitly stated that there is no substantial doubt about ALL DOGS UNLEASHED's ability to continue as a going concern, attributing this to consistent positive income and cash flows. Furthermore, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED exhibits healthy working capital, with current assets totaling $258,484 against current liabilities of $65,708 as of December 31, 2024, indicating ample resources to meet its short-term financial obligations.
Financing Details
ADU Franchise limited liability company does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees. This means that individuals interested in opening an ALL DOGS UNLEASHED franchise will need to secure their own funding for the initial investment, ongoing operations, and any other financial obligations. The franchisor also explicitly states that it will not guarantee a franchisee's lease, note, or other financial obligations.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
18
Franchised Units
14
Corporate Units
4
Avg Square Footage
5,000
Franchising Since
2021
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
Yes
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Count
1
Litigation Summary
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED has one disclosed administrative proceeding. In April 2022, the State of Minnesota Department of Commerce filed a proceeding against ALL DOGS UNLEASHED for violating the Minnesota Franchise Act. This occurred because the franchisor offered and sold a franchise in the state while its registration application was still pending. In October 2022, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED entered into a Consent Order, agreeing to stop the violations, offer rescission to the franchisee, and pay a civil penalty of $1,000. Other than this case, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED has no other litigation required to be disclosed.
Bankruptcy History
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED has no bankruptcy history to report in this FDD.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
10 years
Renewal Term
5 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED franchisees must notify the franchisor of their intent to renew between 12 months and 180 days before the current term expires. They must be in full compliance with the franchise agreement throughout the term and satisfy all financial obligations to ALL DOGS UNLEASHED, its affiliates, and third-party suppliers. Franchisees are required to renovate and refurbish their facility to meet the franchisor's then-current standards and demonstrate their right to possess the facility premises or secure an approved alternate site. They must also comply with current qualifications and training requirements, sign a general release of claims in favor of ALL DOGS UNLEASHED, and execute a new successor franchise agreement, which may contain materially different terms. A renewal fee, equivalent to 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee, is also required.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED provides comprehensive support to its franchisees. Before opening, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED assists with site selection by approving or denying proposed locations within 30 days of receiving the necessary information. It admits up to three individuals (Operating Principal, General Manager, and Assistant Manager) to its initial training program and offers pre-opening consultation and advice on aspects like building layout, furnishings, equipment, purchasing, and initial advertising. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED also provides up to three days of on-site assistance within the first 45 days of business operations. Franchisees are required to use ALL DOGS UNLEASHED's designated Real Estate Project Manager and, if deemed necessary, a designated Construction Project Manager for site selection and construction management. Ongoing support from ALL DOGS UNLEASHED includes consultation and advice on new services, programs, products, advertising, marketing, and financial/accounting matters. Additional on-site training assistance and management consulting services are available upon request and approval, subject to a daily fee plus reimbursement of travel, lodging, and dining expenses. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED may also require personnel to attend additional training courses or seminars, for which a reasonable fee may be charged. For advertising, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED uses Internet and social media marketing and requires approval for all franchisee-developed promotional materials. The franchisor reserves the right to establish a Brand Development Fund (up to 2% of Gross Sales) and Advertising Cooperatives, where participation would be mandatory. Franchisees must spend at least $5,000 per month on local marketing and a minimum of $10,000 on a grand opening marketing campaign. Technologically, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED mandates the purchase, installation, and maintenance of specific electronic point-of-sale (POS) and computer systems, granting the franchisor independent access to all system data for polling, audit, and sales verification. Franchisees must also comply with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) requirements.
Initial Training Hours
84
Training Location
Carrollton, Texas
Ongoing Support
After opening, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED franchisees receive ongoing consultation and advice, which may include information about new services, programs, and product offerings, as well as advertising, marketing, financial, and accounting guidance. Additional on-site training assistance and management consulting services are available upon the franchisee's written request and ALL DOGS UNLEASHED's approval, subject to a daily fee of $250 or $400 per individual, respectively, plus reimbursement of travel, lodging, and dining expenses. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED may also require franchisee personnel to attend additional training courses or programs, for which a reasonable fee may be charged. The franchisor communicates information about approved and designated suppliers and reserves the right to establish maximum, minimum, or other pricing requirements. In terms of marketing, ALL DOGS UNLEASHED may establish a Brand Development Fund, to which franchisees may be required to contribute up to 2% of their Gross Sales. Franchisees must also spend at least $5,000 per month on local marketing efforts. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED can designate geographic areas for Advertising Cooperatives, and if established, franchisees are required to participate, with contribution levels determined by majority vote. For technology, franchisees must use and maintain electronic point-of-sale (POS) and computer systems according to ALL DOGS UNLEASHED's standards, which includes connecting to high-speed internet and allowing ALL DOGS UNLEASHED independent access to all sales and transaction data. Franchisees are responsible for complying with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and any other data security policies implemented by ALL DOGS UNLEASHED.
Franchise Requirements
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
No
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
No
Operational Details
Location Type
commercial
Owner Participation
full-time
Territory Type
limited
Territory Size Requirements
ALL DOGS UNLEASHED Service Areas are generally defined as a 5-mile radius around the franchisee's facility. For more densely populated urban areas, an ALL DOGS UNLEASHED Service Area may encompass a population of approximately 150,000 people. For Area Development Agreements, Development Areas are typically defined by zip codes, streets, city, county, or state limits, with the number of facilities adjusted based on demographics like population density and other characteristics of the surrounding area.
Staffing Notes
Each ALL DOGS UNLEASHED Commercial Training Facility must be supervised on-premises by an Operating Principal, who, unless a General Manager is appointed, must devote their full time and best efforts to supervising operations and may not engage in any other business. Franchisees may designate a General Manager to supervise Facility operations, who must also dedicate full-time efforts to the business. Additionally, an Assistant General Manager must be designated and approved to assist in supervision. The Operating Principal, General Manager (if applicable), and Assistant Manager are required to attend and successfully complete ALL DOGS UNLEASHED's initial training program, which is held over a two-week period at the corporate headquarters or a designated location. The training covers program overview, financial and operational review, marketing strategies, daily administration, operations management, scheduling and staff oversight, client communication, facility maintenance, program training, quality assurance, inventory management, equipment use, behavioral training, and safety procedures. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED provides three days of on-site training assistance. Franchisees are responsible for maintaining a competent, trained staff and ensuring all trainers and personnel adhere to appearance and dress standards. ALL DOGS UNLEASHED emphasizes that franchisees are solely responsible for all hiring, wages, benefits, and labor relations. Key personnel, including the General Manager, Assistant Manager, and any other personnel requested by ALL DOGS UNLEASHED who will have access to training, must sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements.