Generally speaking, the level of care given to companion animals has improved significantly, with a reduction of âexcessâ pets being dumped. Instead, people are taking the more responsible approach and delivering them to animal shelters.
Duhaime's Law Dictionary. Franchise Definition: A licensing contract in which a holder of certain legal rights gives another to sell or package those rights. In its simplest terms, a franchise is a license from owner of a trademark or trade name permitting another to sell a product or service under that name or mark. Franchising is a method of operation used by companies to distribute products or services.
charter. 1  a franchise or written grant of specified rights made by a government or ruler to a person, corporation, etc. 2  a document setting forth the aims and principles of a united group, as of nations. 3  a document by which a society authorizes the organization of a local chapter or lodge. 4  a special privilege or exemption.