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Dog Haus strikes 300-unit deal

October 20, 2016

Dog Haus, based in Pasadena, Califonia, has signed an agreement with American Development Partners to build more than 300 franchise locations in 12 states over the next seven years, according to a press release.

The deal, which is American Development Partners' biggest commitment to date, has a projected real estate, construction and design investment value of over $500 million.  

Dog Haus has 21 stores open in five states, but the new deal will eventually increase that number to 450, said Dog Haus Partner Andre Vener, who co-founded the concept with friends and fellow partners Hagop Giragossian and Quasim Riaz in 2010.

"Since opening the first Dog Haus in Pasadena six years ago, we've been tirelessly committed to working closely with our franchisees to create an unparalleled dining experience for our guests at each and every Dog Haus location. We couldn't be more excited to join forces with American Development Partners and continue raising the Dog Haus experience to new heights across the country," said Vener in the release.

Dog Haus is an industry leader in food quality and has a proven track record of producing above average sales, said Caleb McMillen, COO of American Development Partners.

"Combined with their exceptional marketing appeal, we're looking forward to working with many experienced franchisees to help expand the brand into 12 states across the country and filling a void in a restaurant sector that we feel has an incredible upside," he said in the release.

American Development Partners' primary role will be to aid in the development of new locations, facilitate the acquisition of land and oversee construction.

The announcement follows the recent marketing partnership with Sony Pictures and the Seth Rogen animated film, "Sausage Party."  Dog Haus teamed up with former Top Chef winner Ilan Hall to create The Naughty Dog.  Additionally, Dog Haus will continue its in-game partnerships with UCLA football at the Rose Bowl as part of their "Take it to the Haus" promotion, as well as with the Los Angeles Rams and USC football at the Los Angeles Coliseum as a stadium vendor.