Today we’d like to introduce you to Victor Collins.
Hi Victor, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I grew up with dogs and once I owned my own dog, I found it difficult to travel or leave my dog with a trusted resource. I heard about doggy daycare and checked it out. I was satisfied but felt it could be more elevated, so I began exploring ideas in owning my own doggy daycare. I found this great opportunity with Hounds Town, and it is my goal to offer great dog daycare, boarding, and pet spa services.
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
No. The lending aspect for this industry is tough, as well as finding a location and landlord who will accept leasehold improvements for dog daycare. Permitting with the city is also a challenge as well as zoning for dog daycare.
As you know, we’re big fans of Hounds Town Atlanta – Smyrna. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Hounds Town Atlanta – Smyrna is an interactive doggy daycare, boarding, and pet spa facility. I am the owner operator for this franchise location. We focus on dog psychology, socialization, and the total well-being of the dog. What makes different is that we not breed discriminate. We do not have add-on services, and we focus on the natural pack environment for group play among dogs. We group dogs by temperament and size to form long-lasting packs. I am most proud to have this location in Smyrna and for the brand to be growing in metro Atlanta. Our brand and motto is “We do it for the dogs.” Everything we do is completely for the dogs. Our model, our services are designed to cater to the dog. We do not charge for administering food and medicine – we believe these things you should not have to pay for. Dog management, safety, and cleanliness are our top priorities. Our only goal is to give the dog the best environment to be a dog.
Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc.?
Power vs Force – David Hawkins
The 4 Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz
The Power of Habit – Charles Duhigg
Pricing:
- $35 dog daycare
- $55 standard townhome – includes interactive daycare
- $60 luxury townhome – includes interactive daycare
- $25 townie bath service
- $45 townie deluxe bath service
Contact Info:
- Website: https://houndstownusa.com/locations/atlanta-smyrna/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houndstownatlantasmyrna/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houndstownatlsmyrna
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@houndstownatl?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Image Credits
Hounds Town Atlanta – Smyrna
