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Milligan Valley K9 Academy

Minerva, Ohio

4.9/5· 105 Google reviews

About Milligan Valley K9 Academy

Milligan Valley K9 Academy is a women-led, balanced dog training company in Minerva, Ohio. Our training focuses on building a relationship between you and your dog that is based on love and respect. We train dogs of ALL breeds, shapes, and sizes. Training ages range from 8 weeks old (puppies) to middle-aged dogs. Contact us today to learn more about our training packages!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training

Behavior support

  • Aggression training Customer-reported

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Group classes Customer-reported
  • Private training Customer-reported

Dog age

  • Puppies

Support between sessions

  • Refresher training

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training

Training approach

  • E-collar training

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

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  • Dog training
    Program details

    Dog training

  • Balanced Dog Training
  • Boarded Dog Training
  • K9 Academy
  • Off Leash Trained

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Questions & answers

From Google

What people have asked about this business.

Can I bring my own service dog prospect to you?

Yes. We will work with owner selected service dog prospects if they pass our evaluation process.

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2025-09-21

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How many dogs do you have in your training program at once?

We have three trainers and each trainer is assigned three dogs each for the duration of the dogs stay.

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2025-09-21

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What does my dog do when they're not training?

They rest in their crate between each session and get freetime/playtime with our kennel techs when they're not in active training sessions with our trainers.

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2025-09-21

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Where does my dog sleep?

In our facility We have a nice calm and quiet climate controlled kennel room which provides the dogs a comfortable place to rest between training sessions and through the night. You can find video and pictures of this area throughout our social media platforms or you may request a video tour from us directly.

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2025-09-21

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Does my dog have to wear the e-collar forever?

We encourage everyone to view the e-collar as a seatbelt. Every time you get in the car you put your seatbelt on. Why? Are you intending to get into an accident? No, but you wear it because there is always a possibility of one occurring. We would rather you have it on your dog and not need it than get into a situation where you need it and you don't have it. If you follow our training program closely you will get to a point in life where you find it’s routine to put it on everyday but you hardly ever have to correct your dog.

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2025-09-21

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What puppy food do you recommend?

We use purina pro plan focus large breed puppy

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2020-09-21

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Hello Whitney. How much would the E collar be at your cost? We may get one for Luke. The st. Bernanrd

I can get it for $135

Community answer · whitney whitacre · 2018-09-21

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Just got a goldendoole 9 weeks old when should we start training?

We can start structural obedience training at 16 weeks of age

Community answer · Milligan Valley K9 Academy · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 5105 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Leash pulling 15
  • Ecollar training 6
  • Knowledgeable trainers 5
  • Clean facility 3
  • Prong collar 3
  • Balanced approach 2
All 10 topics
  • Basic obedience training 2
  • Calmer dog 2
  • Patient trainers 2
  • Structured boarding 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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McKinsey Kelley
5/5
Whitney and Dani are the best of the best! They truly care about you, your dog and improving the life you live together. They are patient, kind and very knowledgeable. I have a very high anxiety German Shepherd who even on medication, was still very anxious. It got to the point h…Read full reviewClose full review

Whitney and Dani are the best of the best! They truly care about you, your dog and improving the life you live together. They are patient, kind and very knowledgeable. I have a very high anxiety German Shepherd who even on medication, was still very anxious. It got to the point he refused to leave our home. After training with Milligan Valley, I wish I would have done it sooner. He is a much more happy and balanced dog and now I have more tools and resources to help him and the rest of our canine family members. I cannot recommend them enough!

Donald
5/5

Best dog training!! They are very patient with dogs and owners!!! So thankful for Milligan Valley for getting our dog trained!!!

Timm Casto
5/5

We sent our golden doodles Bernie and Brownie for training and multiple boardings. Every time was a great experience. I wouldn’t take our kids (dogs) anywhere else.

Mandy Sancic
5/5
I can’t say enough good things about Milligan Valley Dog Training! I brought my dog Muffin in for help with impulse control, food aggression, and socializing with other dogs. From the very beginning, the trainers were knowledgeable, patient, and truly invested in her progress. T…Read full reviewClose full review

I can’t say enough good things about Milligan Valley Dog Training! I brought my dog Muffin in for help with impulse control, food aggression, and socializing with other dogs. From the very beginning, the trainers were knowledgeable, patient, and truly invested in her progress. They created a safe, structured environment where Muffin could thrive—and I saw real improvements faster than I expected. She’s now more confident, calmer around food, and so much better with other dogs. It’s been such a transformation, and I’m incredibly grateful for the support and expertise of the Milligan Valley team. If you’re looking for a place that treats your dog like family while helping them become their best self, this is it!

Emma Barrett
5/5
Dani & Whitney are the dream team! I’d give them 10 stars if I could… We can’t thank them enough for the life-changing impact they’ve had on our family. When we initially met, our dog Nala was incredibly stubborn and seemed impossible to manage. My fiancé was at his breaking poin…Read full reviewClose full review

Dani & Whitney are the dream team! I’d give them 10 stars if I could… We can’t thank them enough for the life-changing impact they’ve had on our family. When we initially met, our dog Nala was incredibly stubborn and seemed impossible to manage. My fiancé was at his breaking point and ready to rehome her—but Dani and Whitney saw her potential and never gave up on her (or us). Their board & train program not only transformed Nala’s behavior, but it helped us better understand her needs, energy, and strengths. Today, she’s thriving as a fully trained service dog and has even flown cross-country with us. None of that would’ve been possible without their patience, guidance, and expertise (that lasts beyond your dogs training stay). If you’re struggling with your dog and feeling hopeless, please give Dani and Whitney a call. They truly are dog whisperers & miracle workers!! They don’t just train dogs & send them off, they build trust, communication, and confidence between dogs and their humans. We’re forever grateful!

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