Retail Spotlight: Hound Dog Rock Shop

Hound Dog Rock Shop, Clarence, IA

When owners Kirk and Janel Wenndt opened their rock store in 2016, they envisioned a place where both rock collectors and people who want to explore the healing and metaphysical nature of rocks could gather and feel welcome. Since there were very few rock shops in Iowa at that time, Hound Dog Rock Shop filled, and continues to occupy, a very special place in the rock and gemstone market space.

Hound Dog Rock Shop

Providing quality rocks, minerals, gems, geodes, crystals, metaphysical & custom made jewelry from local, national, and international locations.

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Both Kirk and Janel travel around the US to personally select each stone they feature in their store. Their selections include top quality rocks, gems, minerals, geodes, crystals, and jewelry. Janel herself custom makes stone earrings, pendants, and chakra bracelets under the “Whoa Nellee!” brand. 

Calling their store “Hound Dog” was an homage to both the rockhounds that frequent their store, as well as to their beloved basset hounds, a breed of dog which they have frequently owned since the beginning of their marriage (they’ve had six basset hound friends so far!). As hands-on owners, Kirk and Janel are in the store every day, so they hope to see you soon!


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