Premier Dog Training, Boarding, Grooming & Daycare in Delaware, Ohio. Licensed and insured family-owned business serving Central Ohio. We create balanced relationships between dogs and owners through obedience training, and socialization programs. Specializing in 2-week on/off-leash board and train, 7-day puppy board and train (4-6 months), and personalized training programs for all ages. Full-service facilities include year-round boarding (365 days), Monday-Saturday daycare with outdoor play areas, and complete grooming services. State-of-the-art facility with experienced trainers who provide ongoing support to ensure training success continues at home. Serving Delaware, Columbus, Plain City, and surrounding communities.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Obedience trainingProgram details
With Lead the Way K9 Training program’s 7-day model, your pup will receive the constant reinforcement necessary to success—and we don’t stop there. In addition to a consultation upon drop off, we provide in depth 1-2 hour go-home session to help you transition your pup’s new skill set to the home. · Listed price: [object Object]
Recall trainingProgram details
Lead the Way’s 2-Week Obedience Board & Train Program is a great option for owners who are looking for excellent obedience (under high levels of distractions) and to improve their canine-human relationship. This thorough program includes daily doses of structure, rules, socialization and supervised · Listed price: [object Object]
SocializationProgram details
Behavior support
Reactivity trainingProgram details
How training happens
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Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
Support between sessions
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Additional services
BoardingProgram details
The Dog Boarding Experience Includes: Indoor Climate Controlled Kennels Instagram & FB pics Over 14,000 sq. ft. of outdoor play/exercise space Scheduled Feedings Structured Play Area Free Training Evaluation Upon Request Full Service Groom available at a 10% discount when booking reservations · Listed price: [object Object]
DaycareProgram details
Dog Daycare Experience will include: Structured Play Environment Over 14,000 sq ft of outdoor play areas Instagram & Facebook Pics Indoor, Climate Controlled Kennels Scheduled Feedings Free Training Evaluation upon request · Listed price: [object Object]
Structured dog day care with over 14,000 sq ft of outdoor play areas. Scheduled feeding and indoor climate controlled kennels. · Listed price: [object Object]
GroomingProgram details
We offer a wide range of grooming services tailored to meet the specific needs of your furry friend. Our groomer is dedicated to providing top-notch care and attention to detail for every pet. Whether it’s a bath after a fun day or a full grooming session to keep your dog looking great!
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do you have any recomendations for trainers who can help w bigger dogs from the shelter? trying to get them leash trained and basic manners so they can get adopted. some of them have been there too long! Please if you know of any
Hello, thank you for the message. We train all sizes. At this time we don’t have the personnel to train pro bono to help dogs get adopted. With that said we donate and support the Delaware Humane Society on a monthly basis.
It is a goal of our company to help train dogs in the shelters to help get adopted but we are just not there yet. Thanks again for reaching out and we wish you all the best!
Community answer · Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. · 2020-09-21
Recently a german shepard was added to our home. She is 4 years old and great with people. She has attacked one of our other dogs unprovoked 3 times. Will Training get her to stop? The other dog is much smaller and I don't want her hurt.
Hello, please seek out an aggressive dog trainer. We only do obedience training. Thank you.
Community answer · Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. · 2019-09-21
5/5We have been boarding our dog with Lead the Way for 4+ years and I can’t recommend them enough! They have consistently great customer service, excellent communication, and high professionalism with us.
More importantly we trust them completely with our dog, who is an absolute ch…Read full reviewClose full review
We have been boarding our dog with Lead the Way for 4+ years and I can’t recommend them enough! They have consistently great customer service, excellent communication, and high professionalism with us.
More importantly we trust them completely with our dog, who is an absolute cherished member of our family. We know his safety and wellbeing are a high priority for LTW always and I love that our dog gets so much social time during every stay! Every time we drop him off our dog gets uber excited and runs frantically to get in- no stress or anxiety, he loves going! Which gives me so much peace of mind.
We also did LTW’s puppy training/boarding and I also highly recommend that, the training staff is great at what they do and have a consistent and measured approach.
Big reco for Lead the Way for training, boarding, and/or grooming!
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Ellie Weber
5/5Darby always has the best time at Lead The Way K9 Training & Boarding. We initially enrolled her in their board-and-train program, and since then she has returned several times for long weekends and vacations.
I can't thank the team enough. Darby is naturally an anxious dog, but…Read full reviewClose full review
Darby always has the best time at Lead The Way K9 Training & Boarding. We initially enrolled her in their board-and-train program, and since then she has returned several times for long weekends and vacations.
I can't thank the team enough. Darby is naturally an anxious dog, but I always feel completely confident leaving her in their care. The staff genuinely understands her needs, and it's clear from how excited she is to be there that she's having a great time.
It's incredibly difficult to find a boarding facility that cares for your dog as if they were their own. That's exactly what we've found here. Even after moving closer to the city, I'll gladly make the drive because I know Darby is receiving exceptional care and attention.
Highly recommend Lead The Way K9 to anyone looking for a trustworthy place for training or boarding.
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Brent Feldman
5/5
Boarded our jittery puppy more than a week and she loved it! And we enjoyed our first trip without her knowing she was in such good care! Josh was very helpful and responsive with any questions. Looking forward to more trips with this newfound peace of mind.
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Michael Bass
5/5
We have used Lead the Way several times now for our boarding/grooming needs. Josh and his staff are courteous and professional every time which puts us at ease leaving our pups with them. The pictures/action shots they send along of them playing are always welcome! Five stars for sure!
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Paul Lee
5/5I had one of the best pet boarding experiences at K9 in Delaware. From the way K9 team communicates with you to all the lovely photos sent to you and posted on social media (instagram) gives you a warm-heated relief even when I was out of town. I love how there is the system call…Read full reviewClose full review
I had one of the best pet boarding experiences at K9 in Delaware. From the way K9 team communicates with you to all the lovely photos sent to you and posted on social media (instagram) gives you a warm-heated relief even when I was out of town. I love how there is the system called "AM pickup" service, and they offer "exit bath" service so that you dog can come home nice and clean after a long-term boarding. The place is huge and clean. I highly recommend this place for your daycare & boarding needs.
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