Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Dog Daycare & Boarding in Acworth
Happy Trails Pet Center was founded in October 2012 to provide comprehensive pet care services in a safe, engaging environment. Our team of certified professionals specializes in dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training, with a focus on socialization, exercise, and personalized attention. We prioritize pet safety through structured play sessions, vaccination requirements, and 24/7 supervision. Our facility features 8,000 sq. ft. of indoor/outdoor play areas, seasonal swimming pools, and live webcams for client engagement.Owners Rachel Hutcheson and Ray Gorniak bring decades of combined experience in animal care and training, ensuring every pet receives family-like treatment. We maintain strict hygiene protocols, require updated vaccination records, and offer specialized services like deshedding and medicated baths. Our training programs emphasize positive reinforcement to improve pet behavior and owner communication. Located in Acworth, GA, we serve local pet owners seeking reliable, high-quality care solutions.
Services
Dog Daycare
Dog Boarding
Grooming
Bathing
Dog Training
Mobile Veterinary
Webcams
Socialization Programs
Exercise Activities
Training Classes
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Certified dog groomer with 35+ years of experience
- Live webcams monitor play sessions Monday-Friday 10 AM-4 PM
- Structured socialization programs for dogs of all sizes
- Board-certified training programs improve pet behavior
- 8,000 sq. ft. facility with indoor/outdoor play areas and pools
What people say
Certified professionals
Safe play areas
Effective training
Live webcams
Pet-friendly atmosphere
Services
Dog Daycare
Our dog daycare provides supervised play sessions in 8,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor spaces. Pets enjoy socialization, exercise, and seasonal swimming pools while owners access live webcams during weekday hours. Structured size-based groupings ensure safety for all participants.
Dog Boarding
Overnight boarding services include private sleeping kennels and daytime play access. Pets receive consistent supervision with flexible check-in/check-out times. Multiple dog discounts apply for families boarding more than one pet simultaneously.
Grooming
Professional grooming services include baths, haircuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. Certified groomer Gabrielle provides breed-specific styling with optional add-ons like deshedding treatments and medicated soaks for pets up to 40 lbs.
Dog Training
Certified training programs focus on positive reinforcement techniques to improve pet behavior. Classes help develop better communication between owners and dogs through structured socialization and obedience exercises.
Bathing
Full-service bathing includes shampooing, conditioning, and nail care. Optional upgrades like blueberry facials and dremel nail treatments available. Prices vary based on pet size and required services.
People
Rachel Hutcheson
Owner
Rachel Hutcheson co-owns Happy Trails Pet Center since 2018, bringing extensive animal care experience. She focuses on creating safe, engaging environments for pets through structured play and training programs.
Ray Gorniak
Owner
Ray Gorniak co-owns Happy Trails Pet Center with Rachel Hutcheson. Her expertise in pet training and socialization helps develop programs that improve pet behavior and owner communication through positive reinforcement techniques.
Questions
What services does Happy Trails Pet Center offer?
We provide dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training services in a 8,000 sq. ft. facility with indoor/outdoor play areas and seasonal pools.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-6 PM, Saturday 8 AM-5 PM, and Sunday 8 AM-10 AM for daycare and boarding services.
What vaccination records are required?
All pets must have current Rabies, Parvo/Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations with records provided before evaluation or grooming appointments.
Do you offer webcam access?
Yes, live webcams monitor free-range play sessions Monday-Friday 10 AM-4 PM for client viewing convenience.
What training programs do you provide?
Our certified trainers offer behavior training classes using positive reinforcement techniques to improve communication between pets and owners.
