Dog Training in Plain City, Ohio
Top-Rated Boarding, Daycare, and Grooming Facility
Just 27 minutes from Plain City, Lead the Way K9 is a family-owned facility in Delaware, Ohio, where dogs of all breeds and sizes are welcomed with open arms. Husband-and-wife Josh and Brittany run a hands-on operation that Plain City families and their dogs have come to love and trust. Once you visit, you’ll understand why their dogs can’t get out of the car fast enough at drop-off!
Why We Lead in Dog Care Services
Josh and Brittany are genuinely hands-on here at Lead the Way. Josh answers the phone and greets you when you arrive, and Brittany is often at pickups walking you through everything. We also love celebrating dogs almost as much as their owners do, with birthday boxes, holiday treats, and photo shoots. Dog parents love that we provide photo updates during every boarding and grooming visit, and consistent communication if anything comes up with their dog’s health or care. Daycare is also included with boarding stays, so your dog is never just sitting in a kennel waiting—they’re out playing with their friends!
Our Core Services in Plain City, OH
Dog Training
Get dog training in Plain City from a team that’s truly invested in your dog’s success. We’ve helped nervous puppies become confident pups, and dogs with pulling, barking, and reactivity issues become calmer, more well-behaved canines. Our 7-day puppy program is perfect for younger dogs, and our 2-week board and train is designed for dogs of all ages. We take care during pickup to educate you on what’s needed to help your dog maintain their progress at home, so you leave fully prepared.
Dog Boarding
Looking for the best dog boarding in Plain City? Come to Lead the Way, where your dog has fun while you’re away! Our team is committed to keeping your dog safe while making their stay exciting. We’re in constant communication with you, so you’re never in the dark while you’re away. The best part? Every boarding stay includes daycare, so your dog spends their days playing and comes home at the end of your trip happy and tired!
DoGGY DAYCARE
Dog daycare in Plain City on our beautiful 5-acre property, where dogs have lots of room to run and play with dogs that are a great match for them. Before every stay, your dog gets a complete evaluation with us, so we know how to best take care of them and which dogs would be a great match for their playtime! We send photos throughout the day so you can see exactly what your pup is up to.
Grooming
Our professional dog grooming in Plain City starts at $80 with baths, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and deshedding available. A lot of our clients add a groom onto a boarding stay and love picking up a dog that looks amazing and smells great. We send before-and-after photos every appointment, and every dog gets outdoor playtime before and after their groom too!
Reviews From Our Plain City Dog Training
and Boarding Clients
Find Out Why Dog Parents Trust Our Team
PLAIN CITY SUCCESS STORY
We Love Plain City Pups
Real transformations from your neighbors in the Plain City community
Zoey’s Training Journey
Dog Name: Zoey
Program: Dog Training (2-Week Board and Train)
Location: Plain City, OH
Completed: 2019
A Life-Changing Transformation for New Parents
Eric brought his two doodles to Lead the Way for training just after his daughter was born. The family was concerned about the dogs accidentally running into their newborn, not listening to basic commands, and counter surfing—common challenges that needed immediate attention.
In just 2 weeks, Brittany and Josh helped turn things around completely. The dogs went from chaotic to calm, learning to walk beautifully on leash, listen to commands, and stay in place when the doorbell rings. Eric admits he never thought such a transformation would be possible—calling it “110% recommended.”
The results have been so lasting that Eric and his family have continued to trust Lead the Way with their pups’ care since completing the training program in 2019, bringing them back for boarding and daycare services over the years.
“Brittany and Josh are AMAZING. They did absolute wonders for our 2 doodles who we had sent just after our daughter was born. We were concerned with them accidentally running into her, their lack of listening to basic commands, and their counter surfing. 2 weeks later, and they do so well walking on leash, listening to commands, and can actually stay in place if someone rings the doorbell. Before Lead the Way, I would have never thought that would be possible. I 110% recommend sending your dogs to Brittany and Josh, you will not be disappointed.”
Our Location
Our Delaware location offers convenient access to premium dog care services, just 20 minutes from Plain City.
Directions from Plain City:
- Take US-42 N toward Delaware
- Continue straight onto US-36 E
- Facility will be on the left
Distance from key locations:
- 20 minutes from Plain City
- 25 minutes from Dublin
- 30 minutes from Marysville
- 5 minutes from Delaware City Center
- 35 minutes from Columbus
