Nestled in the Oakhurst community, the Taj Ma-Hound is Decatur’s premiere dog bakery well-known to both locals and customers across the globe. The bakery offers custom dog birthday cakes, decorated themed treats, and packaged treats all created with whole foods. Founder and owner Krista Aversano started her journey with the Taj Ma-Hound in 2004 after seeing the lack of healthy treat options available for her dog Lucky. As a health-conscious animal enthusiast, Krista wanted to expand the options available for dogs with nutritious ingredients and not filled with additives. Through trial and error, Krista developed healthy creations such as the Pea-Mutt Butter treat which she began selling to local businesses. Taj Ma-Hound’s products stand out from other dog treats because of the restaurant-quality ingredients and the lack of processed chemicals and preservatives in their baked goods. Finding healthy dog treat options with minimal ingredients can be difficult for many pet owners which is why Taj Ma-Hound is so impactful within the community and globally. For example, their Cheddar Bacon treats contain only cheese, bacon, whole wheat flour, and water. For their themed decorated treats, a yogurt coating is added to create clever creations such as the Ramen Pup of Noodles treat which resembles a familiar noodle brand. The bakery can even accommodate dogs with wheat allergies, allowing many dog breeds to enjoy their treats. One of the most rewarding aspects of the bakery is the regulars who come with their dogs every day to select a treat that's good for them. Whether you’re a dog owner looking for a custom birthday cake or a resident looking to spoil your pup with healthy treats, the Taj Ma-Hound is the bakery to visit.
Their Cheddar Bacon treats contain only cheese, bacon, whole wheat flour, and water.