Today we’d like to introduce you to Karly Cunningham.
Hi Karly, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I moved to Greenville in 2022 with my daughter and dogs, eager to discover everything we could do together in our new city. As I started exploring, I realized how many amazing dog-friendly spots and businesses Greenville has — but there wasn’t one easy place to find them all.
With my background in User Experience Design and Web Development, I decided to build a resource not just for myself, but for the whole local community and anyone moving to the area with dogs. That’s how Good Dogs of Greenville was born!
What started as a personal passion project quickly took off and became Good Dogs of Greenville. In 2025, we launched our mobile app featuring curated Guides, Pup Perks, and Events to help local dog parents discover the best of Greenville alongside their pups.
At the heart of our mission is supporting dog parents with the resources they need to keep their dogs happy, healthy, and hopefully in loving homes — and out of shelters. Today, Good Dogs of Greenville is more than an app; it’s a growing community of dog lovers dedicated to making life better for pups all over the Upstate.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Tt hasn’t been a completely smooth road — but that’s part of what’s made the journey so meaningful!
Building Good Dogs of Greenville has come with its share of challenges. One of the biggest has been raising awareness and getting the word out, both to local dog parents and to small businesses. Educating businesses on the value of partnering with us and helping them see how we can support each other has taken time and persistence.
On the technical side, launching and growing a mobile app always comes with surprises — from fixing bugs to improving the user experience based on community feedback. And of course, balancing a big vision with limited resources as a small, independent business has been a learning experience of its own.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
At Good Dogs of Greenville, we’re all about celebrating the bond between people and their dogs — and making it easier to live your best dog-friendly life in Greenville.
We specialize in curating the best local dog-friendly businesses, parks, patios, trails, events, and services, all in one easy-to-use mobile app. With our Guides, Pup Perks, and Events, we help dog parents discover new places, connect with the local dog-loving community, and access exclusive deals that make life with dogs even more fun.
What we’re most proud of is the impact we’re making — not just in helping people explore the city with their pups, but in supporting local businesses and promoting happy, healthy homes for dogs. We want to be part of keeping dogs out of shelters and with families who love them.
What sets us apart is that we’re hyper-local, community-driven, and genuinely obsessed with dogs. We’re not just a directory or discount program — we’re a passionate hub for dog parents who want to do more with their dogs, not just for them.
Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
There are so many ways to collaborate with us:
Become a Preferred Partner — Join the app to get featured in our Guides, offer Pup Perks, and connect with our amazing community of dog parents.
Host or Sponsor Events — Partner with us on dog-friendly events or let us help spread the word about yours.
Share Your Business or Story — We’re always looking to highlight local gems, dog-friendly spaces, and inspiring dog stories.
Support Us by Spreading the Word — Download the app, tell your friends, and follow us on social media to help us grow the Good Dogs community!
Pricing:
- The app is free to download and use for dog owners
- Low annual fee for businesses (varies on business type) to take advantage of the full suite of features our app offers
Contact Info:
- Website: https://gooddogsofgreenville.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gooddogsofgreenville/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gooddogsofgreenville
- Other: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gooddogsofgreenville
