Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.0 /10Excellent · 1,168 reviews · top 88% in Charlotte
Sources
Behind the 9.0
- Reviews read
- 1,168 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #138 of 166 in Charlotte
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published10 of 27From their website, 2026-09-07
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte is a dog daycare in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.0/10 (excellent) from 1,168 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #138 of 166 in Charlotte. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
About this place
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew – Charlotte provides boarding, daycare, grooming, and a dog-friendly bar. Pets enjoy indoor/outdoor play and safe socialization, while owners relax with craft beers and a welcoming environment.
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
- Rank in Charlotte
- #138 of 166
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (1,168)
- From downtown
- 1.7 mi
- Neighborhood
- Wesley Heights
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Q: Does my dog have to be spayed/neutered to come? If your dog is over the age of six months, we ask that yes, they are fixed before coming.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All dogs are given a thorough temperament test before they can be admitted for daycare or boarding.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/
Operations8 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“You can feel safe leaving your pup with us knowing that we also train our staff in Pet CPR and First Aid classes.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/about/
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Their rotations are one hour of playtime, then two hours of rest, then one hour of playtime, two hours of rest, and so on (boarded dogs often need more rest to stay healthy and happy).”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“We give all of our dogs an ample amount of indoor and outdoor playtime in groups of similar sizes and temperaments.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/dog-services/boarding/
Time out of their room1 hour play / 2 hours rest rotations, 6:30am to last potty break 8:30-9:30pm
Their words
“At Lucky Dog, boarded dogs are let out every morning at 6:30 a.m., then given breakfast. After breakfast, we give them ample time to rest and digest their food. Their rotations are one hour of playtime, then two hours of rest, then one hour of playtime, two hours of rest, and so on”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Yes, there are indoor and outdoor play yards available to your pup at all times. The indoor yards are used for heat relief as well as rain and other bad weather situations.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Photo / report-card updatesSent, not guaranteed
Their words
“we do have individual facebook pages where we post photos often. They are not guaranteed as the primary focus is the care of the pups, but we will post every chance we can!”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Medication delivery is $2 per medication per medicated dog for each day of their stay that requires medication delivery. If the medication is injectable we charge $4 per medication per medicated dog for each day of their stay that requires medication delivery. We do not deliver or inject insulin.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/lucky-dog-faqs/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“We now have a user friendly client portal where you can request boarding, daycare, and grooming services.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/dog-services/boarding/
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.0ExcellentDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
beer selection 113dog park 20outdoor space 19dog bar 12play area 11small dog section 4dog bathing and blow dry 4temperament test 4
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daycare: first-day notes and photos, and a report card at pick-upStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–9 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–9 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–9 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–9 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–9 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–9 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–9 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- CLT · Charlotte Douglas
- 4.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 9 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
2220 Thrift Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208
1.7 miles from downtown Charlotte · Wesley Heights · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyFree parking lotFree street parkingPaid parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte
What services does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte offer?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte is listed as a dog day care center in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte charge?
We did not find a published rate on Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte's website when we checked it (2026-09-07); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Charlotte median published boarding rate is $54/night across 65 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte compare with other Charlotte facilities?
It ranks #138 of 166 in the Charlotte index by Dogs Away score (9.0/10, excellent), based on 1,168 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/charlotte-nc/lucky-dog-bark-and-brew-charlotte/Similar places near Charlotte
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