Dog Training in Hilliard, OH
Top-Rated Dog Grooming, Boarding, and Daycare Facility for Your Pup
Lead the Way is a family-owned facility in Delaware, Ohio, run by husband-and-wife team Josh and Brittany. With dog training, boarding, daycare, and grooming all on one beautiful 5-acre property, it’s the kind of place dogs love coming back to. Hilliard dog owners have been making the 34-minute drive to Lead the Way K9 for years—and they’ll tell you it’s absolutely worth it. Find out why Hilliard loves Lead the Way!
What Makes Lead the Way K9 Stand Out
We know 34 minutes is a bit of a drive, and we don’t take that for granted. Our Hilliard clients keep coming back because their dogs love it here. We often hear clients say that their dogs don’t even say goodbye at drop-off anymore, they just run straight in! We’re easy to reach, flexible with scheduling, and we send photos and videos of your pup throughout the day so you can see exactly what they’re up to. We never charge extra for basics like play time and bathroom breaks, making our pricing affordable for dog parents.
Key Services We Offer in Hilliard, OH
Dog Training
Dog training in Hilliard for dogs of all ages, energy levels, and temperaments. Our 2-week board and train has helped high-energy, reactive dogs become calm and confident. We also offer a 7-day puppy program for younger dogs. Josh and Brittany walk you through everything at pickup so you leave feeling confident and equipped to keep the training (and the results!) going at home.
Dog Boarding
Heading out of town? Our boarding clients tell us Lead the Way has completely changed how they feel about leaving their dogs behind. With our dog boarding in Hilliard, your pup gets outdoor play time every day, a consistent routine, and photos sent throughout their stay so you can see them having the time of their life. Daycare is included with every boarding visit too, so your dog is out running around with friends (not sitting in a kennel waiting for you to come back)!
DoGGY DAYCARE
Exceptional dog daycare in Hilliard for dogs who deserve a really good day. We match every dog with compatible playmates based on play style and energy level (which we assess during each dog’s initial evaluation with us). We send updates of your dog throughout the day, and you’ll pick up a dog that’s happy, clean, worn out, and ready to relax for the evening.
Grooming
A good groom isn’t just about how your dog looks—it’s about how they feel when you pick them up. Our dog grooming in Hilliard starts at $80, with baths, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and deshedding all available, so your dog is perfectly groomed and relaxed when you pick them up. We send before-and-after photos after every visit, and every dog gets outdoor playtime before and after their appointment too–best grooming day ever!
What Our Hilliard Dog Training
and Boarding Clients Say
Hilliard Pups and Their Families Love Lead the Way
Our Location
Our scenic location near Delaware offers an ideal getaway for your dog, away from the busyness of everyday life but still close to Hilliard.
Directions from Hilliard:
- Take I-270 N to US-33 W
- Exit onto OH-161 W / US-42 N toward Plain City
- Follow signs toward US-36 E
- Our facility will be on your left
Approximate drive times:
- 30 minutes from Hilliard
- 25 minutes from Dublin
- 20 minutes from Plain City
- 15 minutes from Powell
- 5 minutes from Delaware City Center
