The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions Division of Securities has issued a Consent Order against Wunderpetz, LLC, citing the company for offering unregistered franchises through its website, third-party sites, and a press release. The order, dated December 10, 2025, requires Wunderpetz, LLC to pay $500 in investigative costs and cease and desist from further violations of franchise registration laws.

This enforcement action signifies a substantive regulatory change for businesses operating or intending to operate franchise models within Washington State. Wunderpetz, LLC, and potentially other similar entities, must ensure all franchise offerings are properly registered with the state before being offered to the public. Failure to comply could result in further penalties and legal action. The $500 cost recovery is a direct consequence of the violation, and the cease and desist order prohibits future unregistered offerings.