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Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna

Dog day care center · Atlanta, GA · reviewed since 2023

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%90+49.1Reliability 24%85+20.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%79+5.6Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#39 of 115 pet sittersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 67%
4.9 ★★★★★ 233 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.88★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.2%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
92%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna at a glance

Customers frequently praise the facility for its friendly staff, consistent communication through photos and updates, and structured socialization activities that keep dogs engaged. Services include daycare, boarding, grooming, and nail care, with dogs separated by size to ensure safety. While most reviewers express high satisfaction, critical feedback highlights inconsistent phone responsiveness and logistical disorganization. Additionally, some customers reported concerns regarding dog-on-dog attacks during visits and the lack of an outdoor area for bathroom breaks.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 233 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 233 Google reviews (195 with written comments, 45 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 92% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 10, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Sitter serving Atlanta, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet sitters

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction90Reliability85Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews79Satisfaction: 90 (median 85)Reliability: 85 (median 79)Value: 100 (median 96)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 79 (median 57)
This companyPet Sitters median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
90
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
85
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 97.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 57.B
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Star ratings

233 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars22597%
  • 4 stars10%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star42%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 195 written reviews

  • Praise22598%
  • Complaints52%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price5152%
  • Reasonable4243%
  • Overpriced22%
  • Not sure33%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude9140%
  • Would recommend4520%
  • Quality & results2611%
  • Honesty & trust2410%
  • Speed & response188%
  • Communication136%
  • Price & value136%

What customers talk about

We read 195 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They were very attentive and sent me pics of my dog while I was away.”
  • “I HIGHLY recommend HoundsTown and their lovely staff.”
    “…ency, questionable safety practices, and poor facility conditions, I cannot recommend this location to anyone who values their dog’s well-being.…”
  • “🐶🐶 thank you hounds town for a great experience🫶💕”
  • “Victor and his team honestly make the experience fun for our pets.”
  • “The manager is VERY responsive and we can text him directly.”
  • “I am a little bit of an anxious dog parent but they put my nerves to rest and were very communicative throughout the process.”
  • “Amazing staff, great services, reasonable rates, and an all-around wonderful experience.”

People customers mention

  • Michelle 7 reviews
  • Houndstown 6 reviews
  • Victor 5 reviews
  • Deiara 5 reviews
  • Vic 4 reviews
  • Carah 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Hounds Town - Atlanta - Smyrna for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Ben3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 52 minutes ago★★★★★

Hounds Town Smyrna was great! They were very attentive and sent me pics of my dog while I was away. I am a little bit of an anxious dog parent but they put my nerves to rest and were very communicative throughout the process.

Mandy6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 21 hours ago★★★★★

I took my 13 year old girl to have her nails done ☺️ and to do an evaluation for an upcoming boarding. All the staff were incredibly kind and helpful and so sweet to my Belle. I HIGHLY recommend HoundsTown and their lovely staff.

Great priceDog grooming
Noel5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★

SGT loves Hound Town. It is the perfect mix of social and solo time for him. The staff always warmly welcomes him and share stories of his shenanigans during pickup. I have absolutely no worries when I am traveling because I know he is in loving hands. This is the only place that I will and want to board him.

Reasonable priceDog groomingDog boardingDog daycare
JanaLocal Guide · 154 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Victor and his team honestly make the experience fun for our pets. They have certain activities like dress up for Halloween, cream cups, and baths for when they go home. My Yorkie has a ball there!

Valery8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

They had really good reviews on Google so I decided this was the best option for my Frenchie. He loves going. He never wants to leave and he comes back home so tired from DayCare. It’s amazing and they stay on top of Everything and always communicate through email or phone. He comes back with artwork treats, and just lots of love.

Customer photo from Valery's review
Great priceDog groomingDog daycare
Kenneth7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

My dogs enjoy every stay, the staff is great, and I always trust my dogs are in good hands.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 233 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Ben Thornton3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Hounds Town Smyrna was great! They were very attentive and sent me pics of my dog while I was away. I am a little bit of an anxious dog parent but they put my nerves to rest and were very communicative throughout the process.

Mandy Cook6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I took my 13 year old girl to have her nails done ☺️ and to do an evaluation for an upcoming boarding. All the staff were incredibly kind and helpful and so sweet to my Belle. I HIGHLY recommend HoundsTown and their lovely staff.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog grooming
Response from the owner · 5 hours ago

Thank you, Mandy! We're so glad Belle had a wonderful experience with our team. We can't wait to welcome her back for her upcoming stay! 💙🐾

Kobe Lindsey2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kobe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They are an amazing staff and always take such good care of Blondie!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog boarding, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you so much, Kobe! 💙 We're happy to hear Blondie is always well cared for and enjoys her time with us! Our team loves having her as part of our Hounds Town family. We appreciate your trust and support! 🐾

Noel and Antionette5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Noel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

SGT loves Hound Town. It is the perfect mix of social and solo time for him. The staff always warmly welcomes him and share stories of his shenanigans during pickup. I have absolutely no worries when I am traveling because I know he is in loving hands. This is the only place that I will and want to board him.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog grooming, Dog boarding, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Thank you so much, Noel and Antionette! 💙 We're happy SGT enjoys his time with us and feels right at home. Our team loves welcoming him and hearing about his little adventures! We're truly honored to be your trusted home away from home. We can't wait to see SGT again! 🐾

Jana JonesLocal Guide · 154 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Victor and his team honestly make the experience fun for our pets. They have certain activities like dress up for Halloween, cream cups, and baths for when they go home. My Yorkie has a ball there!

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you so much, Jana, for the lovely review! 💙 We're so happy to hear your Yorkie has a blast with us! Our team loves creating fun and memorable experiences for every pup, from festive activities to little treats and extra pampering. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Victor and the team.

Valery Capcha8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Valery has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They had really good reviews on Google so I decided this was the best option for my Frenchie. He loves going. He never wants to leave and he comes back home so tired from DayCare. It’s amazing and they stay on top of Everything and always communicate through email or phone. He comes back with artwork treats, and just lots of love.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog grooming, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you so much, Valery, for the wonderful review! 💙 We're thrilled to hear your Frenchie loves spending time with us and always has such a fun-filled day at Hounds Town! Knowing he goes home happy, tired, and full of love makes our day. We truly appreciate your trust in our team and are grateful to be part of his daycare and grooming adventures. We can't wait to welcome him back for more fun, treats, and tail wags! 🐾

Kenneth Paniagua7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My dogs enjoy every stay, the staff is great, and I always trust my dogs are in good hands.

Response from the owner · a week ago

We appreciate you recognizing our team! Providing a welcoming and caring experience for every pup and pet parent is what we strive for. Thank you for trusting us!

Laura C. Ortiz6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The staff is amazing.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding, Dog daycare
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for recognizing our amazing team! Their dedication to making every visit special means so much to us.

Mick V4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

As someone who travels frequently, finding a place where I feel comfortable leaving my dog, Chase, is incredibly important. Hounds Town has been wonderful! Chase absolutely LOVES going there! In fact, his excitement says it all. His tail starts wagging like crazy, and he can hardly wait to get inside! There’s no better feeling than knowing your furry friend is happy, comfortable, and enjoying himself while you’re away. For me, that peace of mind is priceless. Hounds Town has become Chase’s home away from home, and I couldn’t be happier knowing he’s somewhere he genuinely loves to be. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Dog boarding
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for trusting us with Chase! We're so grateful to be part of your home-away-from-home experience. Your confidence in our team means so much, and we appreciate your support!

Anthony Watson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anthony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very friendly staff and they make sure each dog is taken care of properly. My dog Georgia loves her visits and lights up every time she comes back

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding
Response from the owner · a week ago

Your trust means everything to us! Thank you for allowing our team to be part of your pup's boarding experience. Georgia has been amazing every visit!

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