Dogstar Tattoo Company

Went in hoping for a simple jewelry change for my tragus piercing that was originally done at this shop, which I paid over $100 for two years ago. Instead, I was met with attitude and told the piercer wouldn’t change my jewelry because it was from Hot Topic, even though the piercing is fully healed and I have over 15 piercings with no issues from that brand. My only option was to buy their in-store jewelry starting at $50 or leave with nothing in my piercing—no taper or attempt to help. I’ve also noticed the shop constantly has traveling piercers instead of the one I booked with. I ended up leaving with nothing in my tragus and am now struggling to reinsert the jewelry on my own. both of my tragus experiences felt less about piercing integrity and more about pushing commission on overpriced jewelry. Also, the switching of piercers that was not disclosed better in locked my distaste for the shop. They don’t care about your body!

I went in to get double nostril piercings and the entire process was a breeze. The shop was super clean. Zee was the absolute sweetest and made sure i was completely happy and comfortable throughout the piercings. 10/10 I'm going back for more

I recently got my first non-ear piercing at Dogstar. I was nervous but had an excellent experience with Emity! It was easy to book online and check in. Their website outlines their booking policies very clearly. Emity made sure to walk me through all of the starter jewelry options without pushing more expensive options. She educated me on why I couldn't do a nostril hoop right away and walked me through their cleaning practices. In the piercing room I felt safe, comfortable, and noticed that she was always sanitizing as she went. She practiced good hand hygiene, outlined the steps she'd take for the piercing, then walked me through them again gently as we went. The piercing was speedy and as painless as it could be. She answered all of my aftercare questions and provided info on checking in and changing the piercing in the future without making me feel rushed. Checkout was painless, too. With cost of service, jewelry, and 20% tip, my nostril piercing totaled about $100 give or take. This was a great experience and I'm glad I went with Dogstar! EDIT 12/23: Unfortunately, Emity is no longer with Dogstar but I went back for a checkup and anatomy assessment with Sam, and my experience was still excellent in every way! Sam knows their limits, was very helpful, and super communicative throughout my piercing process. I'll definitely be back with them again!