11/06/2026
In 2016, I left Corporate America. Call it a quarter-life crisis, but I was sitting in an office, unhealthy, unhappy, and feeling like I was wasting my days. I knew I wanted more, so I took a chance on myself.
That chance became Club Pups.
It started in 700 square feet with a dream of building something bigger. In May 2018, we opened Club Pups Lake Norman.
We didn’t have everything figured out. Not even close. But we had a vision: safe, supervised playgroups, a business built on lasting relationships, and a family-owned feel where every dog and every client mattered.
From the outside, the growth happening now might look like an overnight success. But this foundation has taken years to build. Years of showing up, learning the hard way, fine-tuning our processes, and building a team that believes in what we’re doing.
Today, Club Pups is a franchise brand, and seeing what’s next is a serious pinch-me moment.
🐾 **Club Pups Mooresville:** Opening December 2026 with 87 suites.
🐾 **Club Pups LoSo in Charlotte:** Targeting Q3 2027 with 99 suites.
🐾 **Club Pups Huntersville:** Targeting Q4 2027 with 65 suites.
🐾 **Club Pups Hilton Head:** Our first franchise location, coming soon.
🐾 **Club Pups Central Florida:** Three locations, coming soon.
Sometimes I have to stop and remember that this all started with a decision to leave an office and take a chance.
I’m proud of how far we’ve come. I’m grateful for everyone and every client who has trusted us with their dogs. We wouldn’t be here without you.
Work hard. Follow your dreams. Trust the process. Surround yourself with people who believe in the vision and are willing to put in the work alongside you.
Every dog has a name. Every dog has a place. Every dog has fun.
We’re not here to take part. We’re here to take over.
Club Pups to the MOON. 🚀**
