Meet the Pack Leader
The story behind Austin's most exclusive small dog community
Yenis Monterrey
Founder & Pack Leader
Yenis Monterrey is a visionary community builder, tastemaker, and the driving force behind ATX Small Dogs. With a passion for creating intentional, curated experiences and a deep love for her small dog companion, Yenis identified a gap in Austin's social landscape: a sophisticated, members-only community for small dog owners who value style, connection, and elevated experiences.
What started as a personal mission to build meaningful friendships within the small dog owner community has evolved into Austin's most exclusive social club. Yenis has cultivated a brand that celebrates the intersection of lifestyle, community, and pet ownership—positioning ATX Small Dogs as more than a meetup group, but as a lifestyle movement.
As a creative entrepreneur and community leader, Yenis brings strategic vision, impeccable taste, and an unwavering commitment to excellence to every aspect of ATX Small Dogs. She curates every event, vets every partnership, and personally ensures that the community maintains its premium positioning and authentic values.
Yenis is the embodiment of the ATX Small Dogs ethos: confident, intentional, and dedicated to building something truly special in Austin.
Follow Yenis: @yenismonterrey
Our Story
ATX Small Dogs was born from a simple observation: Austin has incredible dog owners and amazing small dogs, but there was no curated community that celebrated both. There were casual meetups, but nothing with intention, style, or a sense of belonging.
Yenis envisioned something different. A social club where small dog owners could connect with like-minded individuals, attend thoughtfully designed events, and be part of a community that valued experiences and aesthetics. A place where your dog's social life was as important as your own.
In 2026, ATX Small Dogs launched with a simple mission: to create Austin's most exclusive, intentional small dog community. Today, we're proud to serve 500+ members, host monthly curated experiences, and partner with Austin's finest dog-friendly brands.
This is more than a dog community. This is a lifestyle. This is the Pack.
Our Values
Community
We believe in the power of intentional connections. ATX Small Dogs is built on genuine relationships between members who share values and vision.
Experiences
Every event is thoughtfully curated. We prioritize quality over quantity, creating memorable moments that matter.
Style
We celebrate the aesthetics of small dog ownership. From our brand to our events, everything reflects our commitment to excellence and taste.
Belonging
ATX Small Dogs is a place where you and your pup belong. A community that celebrates who you are and what you value.
Press & Media
Interested in featuring ATX Small Dogs or Yenis Monterrey? We'd love to connect.
Press & Media Contact: ATXsmalldogs@gmail.com
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