Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 626 reviews · top 72% in Charlotte
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 626 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #113 of 166 in Charlotte
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published11 of 27From their website, 2026-09-07
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman is a pet boarding in Cornelius, NC, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 626 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #113 of 166 in Charlotte. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 11.
Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
About this place
Lucky Dog Bark Lake Norman offers professional dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and dog park experiences. Our safe and fun environment ensures pets receive personalized care and interactive play, making every visit enjoyable.
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGrooming
- 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
- #113 of 166
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (626)
- From downtown
- 17.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
11/27
11 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/
Operations9 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/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our Lake Norman location boasts over 14,000 square feet of outdoor play for the coolest canines. For the hot dogs, we also have over 3,000 square feet of air-conditioned indoor play area as well.”luckydogbarkandbrew.com/about/
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 16 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
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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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
daycare 74dog bathing and blow dry 13baths 11friendly team 7dog nail trimming 6dog socialization 5overnight boarding 3bring your own food 3
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
- 18.9 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
19607 Statesville Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
17.7 miles from downtown Charlotte · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotFree street parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman
What services does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman offer?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman is listed as a pet boarding service in Cornelius, NC, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman charge?
We did not find a published rate on Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman'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 - Lake Norman?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman'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 - Lake Norman compare with other Charlotte facilities?
It ranks #113 of 166 in the Charlotte index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 626 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Lake Norman, Cornelius, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/charlotte-nc/lucky-dog-bark-and-brew-lake-norman/Similar places near Cornelius
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