HydroDog vs The Joint Chiropractic
Two franchise systems, side by side. For a software vendor, they are not the same opportunity.
More open target
The Joint Chiropractic
wins 3 of 12 vendor rows
The Joint Chiropractic is adding units faster (12.36% vs 10.0% YoY), the stronger timing signal. Verdict: The Joint Chiropractic is the stronger software-sales opportunity on today's filing data.
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HydroDog
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The Joint Chiropractic
Total units
24
935
Franchised units
22
800
Unit growth YoY
10%
12.36%
Average unit revenue (AUV)
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$615K
Royalty
—
7%
Ad fund
1%
3%
Initial franchise fee
$50K
$40K
Investment range (low)
$64K
$254K
Investment range (high)
$285K
$521K
Procurement model
Approved supplier
Franchisor controlled
FDD fiscal year
2026
2024
Filing freshness
CURRENT
OVERDUE
Common questions
HydroDog vs The Joint Chiropractic, answered
HydroDog has 24 total units and The Joint Chiropractic has 935, so The Joint Chiropractic is the larger system.
HydroDog grew units +10% year over year vs +12.36% for The Joint Chiropractic, so The Joint Chiropractic is growing faster.
HydroDog's initial franchise fee is $50K and The Joint Chiropractic's is $40K, so The Joint Chiropractic has the lower fee.
HydroDog's initial investment runs $64K–$285K and The Joint Chiropractic's runs $254K–$521K, so The Joint Chiropractic requires the larger investment.
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