Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC.
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.9 /10Exceptional · 201 reviews · top 3% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.9
- Reviews read
- 201 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #4 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$44 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $44$65
About the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $44
- Source
- Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC.’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“RATES $44 per night for Boarding Care & Play $49 per night for Boarding Care & Play Holiday Rate $5 discount for each additional dog from the same household. ... $30 Per Day $5 Discount for each additional Dog”Open their price page ↗
Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. is a dog trainer in Delaware, OH, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.9/10 (exceptional) from 201 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #4 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists boarding from $44 per night and daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Top 3% in Columbus#4 of 163 by Dogs Away score, from 201 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- TrainingDaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Other
- Boarding rate
- $44/night
- Daycare rate
- $30/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #4 of 163
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (201)
- From downtown
- 24.3 mi
- Holiday / peak
- $49 per night holiday rate
- Additional dog
- $5 discount for each additional dog from the same household
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“General Vaccinations include: Bordetella Rabies Distemper Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Influenza (not mandatory but highly recommended)”ltwk9training.com/services/daily-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“we require all females 6 months and older to be spayed and all males 12 months or older to be neutered if staying or playing at Lead the Way.”ltwk9training.com/services/daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Every dog completes a full evaluation before their first visit so we already know them when they arrive!”ltwk9training.com/services/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We ask that you provide proof of updated vaccinations, active in your dog s system prior to drop-off”ltwk9training.com/services/daily-boarding/
Operations4 of 21 published
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Over 14,000 sq. ft. of outdoor space to run and play”ltwk9training.com/services/daily-boarding/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Cozy, climate-controlled kennels for restful downtime”ltwk9training.com/services/daily-boarding/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“We offer boarding 365 days a year with a consistent daily routine, outdoor time, and photo updates throughout their stay.”ltwk9training.com/services/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“To create your dog s Pet Profile in our Gingr App so you can upload vet records and schedule future boarding and daycare sessions, click here .”ltwk9training.com/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.9ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
daycare 35dog boarding 34grooming 21board and train 21picture updates 13leash pulling 8calm dog 5dog socialization 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- No charge for the last day if checked out by 12 PM; $30 for pick-up after 12 PMStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- $30 for boarding pick-up after 12 PMStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Board-and-train program uses low-level e-collar trainingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daily photo and video updates; boarding pictures posted on Instagram and FacebookStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2025-09-08 |
| 2025 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2025-12-07 |
| Now | $44/night | $30/day | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 7 AM–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
4280 Marysville Rd, Delaware, OH 43015, United States
24.3 miles from downtown Columbus · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC.
What services does Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. offer?
Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. is listed as a dog trainer in Delaware, OH, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $44 per night and daycare at $30 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Columbus median published boarding rate is $43/night.
What vaccines does Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC.?
Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC.'s website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-19). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC. compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #4 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.9/10, exceptional), based on 201 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Lead the Way K9 Training & Boarding , LLC., Delaware, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/lead-the-way-k9-training-and-boarding-llc/Similar places near Delaware
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