Meet the Artisan
Dazzle Hound Collars is as much about the relationship between a dog and owner as it is about finely crafted collars. Jodie started the company in 2014 to honor the memory of her beloved Rottweiler, Bo, who did not fit what most would view as the typical Rottweiler personality. He was a lover, a leaner (you know the type), a teddy bear wrapped in a big, bold Rottweiler body. But it was his personality, and perfect to accompany Jodie—always an energetic, overflowing cup of joy.
Intent on pursuing a business dedicated to that special bond between pets and their parents, she developed Dazzle Hound Collars—a way to combine top-of-the-line materials with creative options to allow pet owners to customize their collars. After all, who better to know your dog’s personality than you?
Intent on pursuing a business dedicated to that special bond between pets and their parents, she developed Dazzle Hound Collars—a way to combine top-of-the-line materials with creative options to allow pet owners to customize their collars. After all, who better to know your dog’s personality than you?
Jodie's Inspiration
Jodie began her passion project by learning the leather craft from artisans who make some of the finest leather goods in the business. Now, an established artisan herself, she uses the same first-rate materials. Durable English Bridle Leather withstands the weather and anything else your dog may get into. And the stainless steel and brass hardware is virtually indestructible. Each dog collar is handmade to custom fit your dog's neck size, from Chihuahuas to English Mastiffs and every pooch size in between. Most importantly, each collar is an expression of your pet’s individuality. Jodie’s custom leather collars are guaranteed to not only last a lifetime, but to give your loyal companion a comfortably fitting collar that distinctively defines his or her personality because you design the details. To ensure your dog collar or wrist cuff fits perfectly, click on the tab- How To Measure.
-Jodie and Bo, the original Dazzle Hound, 12/99-11/09
Creation Process
Each Dazzle Hound Collar is completely custom made
in Bellville, Ohio, by Jodie Snavely. After receiving your measurements, design, and leather choice, the leather is cut to size from a large piece of English Bridle Leather. Edges are smoothed out and beveled to ensure a comfortable fit for your dog. The leather collar is conditioned to bring out its natural beauty and to protect the collar. Next comes the fun part! A template is used to mark your design and then holes are hand punched to set the hardware, jewels, stones, Conchos, rivets and spikes. The finished product is inspected for perfection and is shipped to you with handcrafted love. Your pet will be the talk of the dog park with its own Dazzle Hound Collar!
-Jodie, her husband Bret and sweet JT, 6/10-3/22