Dogstar Tattoo Company

Had tattoo session today with artist TJ and he was absolutely amazing. Best tattoo experience I’ve ever had. Shop is super clean and everyone was beyond friendly. Can’t wait to get back in TJ’s chair for my next piece. 10 stars ⭐️ and highly recommend!!!
Thanks for the great experience.
Shasta

What an amazing place!! Extremely clean, friendly staff - an all around great experience. My sister and I came in for matching tattoos and Zeph was our man. He was able to take some of our ideas and bring them to life for us. I would definitely recommend Zeph and Dogstar for your next tattoo!

Saw Emity to check on my daith. Unfortunately, that baby had to come out as it wasn’t pierced in the optimal position. I only learned that because Emity noticed; my daith has been driving me nuts for a year now and my previous piercer (out of state) had shrugged it off more as user error. I’m looking forward to returning to get it re-pierced and pick out some new jewelry. They carry BVLA and Buddha; it’s top notch, beautiful jewelry that you will not find anywhere else in the area. Check out their IG (BVLA and Buddha) and you’ll be even more inclined to visit the shop. A good piercing with a stunning piece.

Thanks for the help today, Emity!

(7/10/22): It honestly breaks my heart to even write this, I have never written a review before for any business, but what happened today was just wrong. We called into Dogstar Tattoo and the person answering was very kind and very helpful. My girlfriend and I were getting very small “7” tattoos in type writer font about an inch in length on both of our wrists for our anniversary. When we got there they kindly took us as a walk-in and we waited for Zeph to finish a consultation. Once he took us back each tattoo took around 5-6 mins each to do. In black ink. When finished he told us it was $120….. each. We both were stunned. Truthfully, being fair, do you not see how wrong any of this is? We both were in shock. My girlfriend and I are both heavily tattooed and have never been taken advantage of like that. I’m so incredibly disappointed in an artist who can just scam people like that. I will never be returning back and I hope no one I care about does the same. This could have been such a great celebration today, instead we both left feeling very let down with Dogstar as a business and upset for being taken advantage of.

Reply to response (7/18/22):

Thank you for your response Kathryn, unfortunately it did not change the feeling towards the experience. There were only 2 male workers there that I interacted with while inside and neither were you so I’m not sure what was told to you. I’m confused why you mention “laughing and joking” in your reply knowing I was there with my girlfriend. Other than to paint the situation on this review as a different scenario? Of course anyone with manners is cordial to their artist. I did look around after the fact. I do still feel like we were taken advantage of at your facility. And as for the “gracious” tip you spoke of- I left $10 on $120? That’s not gracious at all. Please do not falsely paint the situation when you know we were wronged. No need to further discuss this we will no longer be clients.

Quick and easy piercing. Great atmosphere upon entry. Friendly experience! Love the location!

I had a piercing appointment scheduled on 9/6 that I set the previous week. I woke up on 9/6 feeling slightly symptomatic and because I am around college students, decided it would be best to call and let Dogstar know that I would like to cancel and reschedule my appointment after a negative test. I called once at 10:32 AM (which is prior to when they open at 11 AM) and again at 12:53 (which was about 20 minutes after my designated appointment). I left a voicemail both times explaining my situation and did not receive a reply to either. At 12:45, I received a notification that I was considered a no-show for my appointment. I called to cancel my appointment the day of, which is MY problem. However, what was I supposed to have done in that situation? I did get tested (and tested negative), but would it not have been irresponsible for me to go to my appointment? I don't have any real issue with Dogstar (though I don't think this was a very professional encounter), but considering so much of their staff has departed in the last six months and this happened, I think I will just get pierced elsewhere.

Update 9/9: Nick called me directly and let me know that there was a misunderstanding! He was very apologetic about the communication issue, and explained that I will no be considered a no-show. Also gave me a discount on piercing. The sincerity with which this situation was handled has significantly improved my opinion of Dogstar, and I'm excited to get my piercing!

12/8/2020
I had such a positive experience here - came to get a new piercing and Shea was my piercer. He was fantastic and was great with calming my nerves! I was told to come back in a month for a quick check up on the piercing to make sure it is healing properly and I love that idea. Great environment, friendly staff, and sterile equipment! If I were to ever get another piercing, I'd definitely come back.

Huge thank you to Dogstar Tattoo and to Anthony in particular!!!! My sister had an issue with a helix piercing that had become inflamed/irritated and could not be removed. It was incredibly painful for her and needed to be removed pronto, but no Chapel Hill piercing/tattoo places was willing to work her in, despite our pleading. Dogstar Tattoo was so kind to work my sister in last minute and help her!!!! Anthony removed the piercing in a flash and was very sweet about it. This is the place to go!!!!!!!

My cartilage piercing with Shea was a great experience! He is so knowledgeable. I wanted to get a hoop, but he very kindly informed me it's best to start with a stud so that the hole heals properly. I appreciate his effort to do it right! He has a really good, friendly demeanor and puts you at ease.

I had my daughter’s ears pierced (age 10) for the first time here. Anthony was amazing — so calm and gentle. He explained the whole experience and patiently walked my daughter through the whole thing. Everything about the experience was clean and professional. We will go back for my other two daughters!