Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek

★ 4.7 · 655 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Charlotte, NC
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek, Charlotte
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 655 reviews · top 51% in Charlotte
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
655 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#80 of 166 in Charlotte
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published10 of 27From their website, 2026-09-07

Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek is a dog daycare in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 655 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #80 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 Steele Creek offers expert dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and a dog-friendly bar. Our safe, clean, and fun environment ensures every pup enjoys engaging play and professional care. We’re proud to provide Charlotte’s only full dog bar experience.

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
#80 of 166
Google rating
★4.7 (655)
From downtown
10.6 mi
Neighborhood
Yorkshire
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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★554
4 ★50
3 ★15
2 ★5
1 ★31
★ 4.70Google average
655reviews behind the score
★ 4.73Charlotte average

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 23grooming 20dog park 17food trucks 15friendly dogs 8dog bar 5doggie pool 4bring 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
7.5 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

13835 S Lakes Dr, Charlotte, NC 28273

10.6 miles from downtown Charlotte · Yorkshire · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotFree street parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek

What services does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek offer?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek is listed as a dog day care center in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek charge?
We did not find a published rate on Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek'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 - Steele Creek?
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek'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 - Steele Creek compare with other Charlotte facilities?
It ranks #80 of 166 in the Charlotte index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 655 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Lucky Dog Bark & Brew - Steele Creek, Charlotte, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/charlotte-nc/lucky-dog-bark-and-brew-steele-creek/

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