Teeth of the Dog / Casa De Campo Resort, Dominican Republic

Chris Lutzke was the lead designer and construction manager for Pete Dye on this famous Caribbean venue. Chris was responsible for re-design and development of the greens, tees, fairways and bunkers. The Dog reopened in December 2005 with all new tees, greens and bunkers — and with an additional 475 yards tacked onto the back tees. Much of the added length is on the front nine.

Ranked the number one course in the Caribbean and 34th in the top 100 courses in the world by Golf Magazine, play Teeth’s seven holes directly on the Caribbean Sea. The “Teeth” course attracts the best professional and amateur golfers in the world. Tricky shots include a devilish dogleg and signature Dye obstacles such as elevated greens and trick of the eye trees. Chris spent from dusk til dawn for a year ensuring the golf course could defend itself against modern technology.

With seven spectacular holes along the Atlantic Ocean, Teeth of the Dog is ranked No. 34 on GOLF MAGAZINE’s Top 100 Courses in the World.

Original Architect: Pete Dye, 1971
Casa De Campo Resort, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Scope of Work: Complete Remodeling with Pete Dye;