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Our story

From dog lovers to industry leaders

Club Pups began in 2018 when founders Dustin and Laura Johnson saw the need for a more personalized, safety-focused approach to dog daycare and boarding. Frustrated with the “boarding mill” approach of large corporate facilities, they created Club Pups Lake Norman with a simple philosophy: treat every dog as if they were our own.

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The Club Pups difference

Our mission is simple: provide the safest, most engaging environment for dogs while giving their owners complete peace of mind.

We believe in:

  • Safety First: Our 10:1 dog-to-staff ratio exceeds industry standards
  • Individual Care: Every dog gets a private suite, never crates
  • Balanced Activity: Structured play-rest cycles for optimal wellbeing
  • Transparency: Clear pricing with no hidden fees
  • Owner-Operated Quality: Hands-on management by people who care
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The people who love your pups

Dustin Johnson

Dustin Johnson

Co-Owner
I grew up in the Lake Norman area and have enjoyed watching Mooresville grow to what it is today. I played soccer in college for a couple of years, then later transferred schools and joined the KA Order at UNCC. When I'm not at Club Pups, I love traveling, playing golf, working out, or spending time with my beautiful wife and kids, Julian and Ella, and our pups, Jax, Junior, and Jada.
Laura Johnson

Laura Johnson

Co-Owner
I was born in Colombia, South America, and moved to Charlotte, NC in 2002. I have a civil engineering degree from UNC Charlotte and a master's degree from NC State. In May 2017, my husband and I decided to move out of our Uptown Charlotte condo and move to Mooresville, NC where we could expand Club Pups. I am your behind-the-scenes gal at Club Pups. I enjoy traveling with my husband and kids, Julian and Ella, and spending time with our pups, Jax, Junior, and Jada.
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Our commitment to excellence

Club Pups maintains the highest standards in the industry through a combination of:

1

Elite training

Staff training and certification in pet first aid and safety
2

Pristine standards

Rigorous cleaning protocols using pet-safe products
3

Best-in-class facilities

Regular facility maintenance and updates
4

Community connection

Partnership with local veterinarians for emergency care

Success stories from Club Members

Proudly rated 4.9 from 200+ reviews

"Gus LOVES going to the club! He has so many friends!"

Brandi Layton

Member, Lake Norman

Brandi Layton
5 Stars
"We love Club Pups! We have used them for the past few years for boarding our pup when we go out of town. They are wonderful!"
Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Member, Lake Norman

5 Stars
"My dogs had a wonderful time there! They came back happy and tired. I have 3 large dogs, 2 of which are Great Danes, and it is often hard to find boarding facilities that are able to accommodate large breed dogs, but Club Pups made my dogs their priority. I highly recommend them for boarding or daycare."
Lauren Sapp

Lauren Sapp

Member, Lake Norman

5 Stars
"Our dog loves Club Pups. She has been going 3 times a week since she was 16-weeks old, looks forward it, and has made so many friends. She has even tried to open the door by herself! The staff is wonderful and stable—the owners clearly take care of the team."
Rachel Leonard

Rachel Leonard

Member, Lake Norman

"They are so attentive to our dog and treat her just like we do! We love Club Pups!"

Laura Hamlin

Member, Lake Norman

Laura Hamlin
5 Stars
"I have never had to use a puppy daycare until now. We have a 6 month old English cream golden, and we contacted Club Pups for daycare when my husband travels because he typically works from home. I LOVE this place! Piper loves going and she’s always happy to stay and doesn’t wanna leave - the staff and owners are just amazing! They treat every dog like their own."
Bonnie Roefs

Bonnie Roefs

Member, Lake Norman