Where Passion Meets Profitability—and Purpose Drives Performance
Hounds Town USA is a hospitality-driven pet care franchise that’s redefining dog daycare through simplicity, structure, and heart.
Why Invest in a Hounds Town USA Dog Daycare Franchise?
Founded by a former NYPD K-9 Unit Commander, our proprietary dog management system—Houndology™—creates safer, low-stress playgroups that result in better care and stronger unit economics. Franchisees aren’t just opening a daycare—they’re stepping into a high-touch, community-based business with low overhead, full transparency, and hands-on guidance. It’s not about trends. It’s about dogs being dogs—and owners building something that stands the test of time.
Proprietary Dog Management
We Didn’t Hire Expertise. We Created It. Hounds Town is the only dog daycare in the world that practices dog management the way we do—through Houndology™, our proprietary, proactive instinct-based approach created by our founder and former NYPD K-9 Unit Commander, Mike Gould. Rooted in how dogs naturally form packs, Houndology™ organizes structured playgroups across up to five dedicated rooms—more than most competitors—based on size, temperament, personality, energy level and play style. This system results in safer play, lower stress, fewer behavioral issues, and stronger unit economics thanks to reduced labor needs.
Infrastructure That Performs
At Hounds Town, our business model mirrors our dog management philosophy—straightforward, instinctual, and focused on what actually matters. With lower overhead, reduced labor costs, and a cost-effective buildout using dog-friendly materials, Franchisees are positioned to reach breakeven sooner and create stronger margins over time. We’ve built systems, tools, and playbooks that rival brands twice our size. From advanced training and turnkey marketing to hands-on operational support, our infrastructure delivers the stability and scalability of a mature system—while maintaining the flexibility and personal touch of an emerging brand.
Guided by Mission
At Hounds Town, our mission is bold and deeply rooted: to give every dog in America access to a place where they can experience the simple joy of just being a dog. Every Franchisee is on their own Journey to Freedom—freedom from burnout, freedom to take control of their time, and freedom to build something that will be generational. But it’s not just about personal success; it’s about building a purpose-driven business that serves dogs, their people, and the community. This isn’t just a franchise. It’s a high-touch, mission-led partnership that grows with each Owner—supporting their dreams and helping them create something that stands the test of time.
Full Transparency
Nothing to Hide. Everything to Learn. At Hounds Town, transparency isn’t a tagline—it’s a cornerstone of how we operate. Real partnerships are built on truth. This level of clarity fosters accountability, empowers Franchisees to align with a proven system, and builds a culture where both wins and challenges are openly shared. Our commitment to transparency doesn’t stop at the franchisee level. For customers, it’s embedded in every interaction—from the way we communicate to how we care for their dogs—because they’re not just leaving a pet, they’re trusting us with a family member. Transparency builds trust, and trust builds results—that’s why it’s been our standard from day one.
Community-Driven by Design
Not Just in the Community—For the Community. At Hounds Town, we’re not just redefining how people interact with dogs—we’re also reshaping how businesses engage with their communities. Our Franchisees don’t just operate in their towns—they become part of them, driving real impact from the ground up. While many brands write checks or host occasional charity events, Hounds Town locations form deep, ongoing partnerships with local rescues, shelters, and foster programs. From hosting adoption events to providing transitional care for dogs in need, each location becomes a trusted hub for both pets and people. These aren’t just feel-good efforts—they’re powerful relationship builders that root the business in the heart of the community and build customer loyalty in the process.
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We do interactive dog daycare and boarding the best!
Hounds Town USA is a premier interactive doggie daycare that offers a range of services, including overnight boarding, spa treatments, and more.
What sets Hounds Town apart is the deep understanding of canine psychology brought by our founder, Mike Gould. This expertise has allowed us to create facilities tailored to dogs’ natural behaviors and needs, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and enriching environment. Our approach keeps operations simple and effective, prioritizing the well-being of dogs while maintaining high standards of care.
DOG DAYCARE
DOG BOARDING
PET SPA SERVICES
CAT BOARDING
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Financials
With lower overhead, reduced labor costs, and a cost-effective buildout using dog-friendly materials, Franchisees are positioned to reach breakeven sooner and create stronger margins over time. But a great model is only half the equation—infrastructure is what sustains growth.
INITIAL FINANCIAL INVESTMENT
LIQUID CAPITAL REQUIRED
NET WORTH REQUIRED
INITIAL FINANCIAL INVESTMENT
LIQUID CAPITAL REQUIRED
NET WORTH REQUIRED
QUALITIES OF A SUCCESSFUL DOGGie DAYCARE FRANCHISE OWNER
ENTREPRENEUR-AT-HEART
You may have never owned a business before, but have always had that entrepreneurial drive. You should have a knack for sales and/or management, and experience leading a small team of employees.
PASSIONATE
Making money is important to you, but you want to feel fulfilled by your new dog daycare and boarding business. You want to love what you do! You should be passionate about providing the best experience for companion pets and their four-legged family members.
FUN-LOVER!
If you describe yourself as uptight and corporate, you might not enjoy the Hounds Town Dog Day Care culture. If you’re driven toward success without taking yourself too seriously and can share a laugh with your team and customers every single day, you could go far as a Hounds Town Franchise Owner!
COMMUNITY LEADER
You should be excited about getting active in your local community by promoting your new dog daycare business to help reduce euthanization rates, educate the community, and establish dog handling protocols to make shelters, rescues, and staff safer.
HEAR FROM OUR DOGGY DAYCARE FRANCHISE OWNERS
LAUREN DUFFY
“Hounds Town was a perfect medium. They guide you, and they give you tools to grow, but they also give you enough leeway to let you create and do things on your own.”
STEVE GARIBELL
“The fact that Hounds Town really takes the time to look at the behavior of the dog, and group the dog in the correct pack; they’re really maximizing their time, and they’re safe and well cared for.”
