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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

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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

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100 collected reviews

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Janet Predagovic
5/5
So very pleased with the outcome of our one week board and train. Tucker, our 7 month old golden retriever had a few issues to overcome. One, he considered us his litter mates and the play biting was becoming extreme. Whitney, Cecilia and staff worked diligently and taught him…Read full reviewClose full review

So very pleased with the outcome of our one week board and train. Tucker, our 7 month old golden retriever had a few issues to overcome. One, he considered us his litter mates and the play biting was becoming extreme. Whitney, Cecilia and staff worked diligently and taught him to be a perfect gentleman. We are totally amazed with their training process. He is a much calmer and well behaved dog. All I can say is if you're in doubt, don't be! The results are phenominal. Thank you Milligan.

Suzanne Morgan
5/5
Our family has used Milligan Valley for board and train for 3 of our dogs. We have also used the structured boarding service. This group of trainers is unlike any I encountered when searching for a solution for my sweet, but in need of training dogs. Their passion for dogs, train…Read full reviewClose full review

Our family has used Milligan Valley for board and train for 3 of our dogs. We have also used the structured boarding service. This group of trainers is unlike any I encountered when searching for a solution for my sweet, but in need of training dogs. Their passion for dogs, training and “training” the dog owners is unmatched. Their training includes ecollars, which I was very uneducated about before working with them. My dogs and I enjoy plenty of experiences together because of the quality of training they have had. I have recommended friends/family to them and will continue to do so. We get compliments on how well behaved our pups are—and they need to be at 95-110 pounds! Our smaller dog is full of energy, smart and just as well behaved. Thanks Milligan Valley K9 Academy!

MJ
5/5
My dog Casper went through the 3 week board and train which was a complete game changer for him. He is just under 2 years old and had some basic obedience training prior to this but was still having some behavioral issues (leash pulling, scratching at the doors, resource guarding…Read full reviewClose full review

My dog Casper went through the 3 week board and train which was a complete game changer for him. He is just under 2 years old and had some basic obedience training prior to this but was still having some behavioral issues (leash pulling, scratching at the doors, resource guarding with other dogs and chasing cats). I was very hesitant about using a prong collar and e-collar as I had no prior experience with them. They made sure I was completely comfortable using them with my dog and were very thorough about explaining how they work. They keep you updated and involved throughout the training process and help you to understand how to have a better relationship with your dog. He is still is happy go lucky self but has much better manners and easier to handle. After the board and train ended they are still available any time I have questions or concerns which is nice to still have the ongoing support to make sure I’m doing my part in keeping up with his training.

Greg Jones
5/5
We took our Fur Baby,aka,Sampson to Whitney,Danielle,and their fabulous team when he was about 6 months old for the puppy class,that our Daughter’s gifted us..Both my wife,and,I were skeptical about the prong collar.We were pleasantly surprised to find out that it not only doesn’…Read full reviewClose full review

We took our Fur Baby,aka,Sampson to Whitney,Danielle,and their fabulous team when he was about 6 months old for the puppy class,that our Daughter’s gifted us..Both my wife,and,I were skeptical about the prong collar.We were pleasantly surprised to find out that it not only doesn’t hurt him.But,is in fact a great training tool.Next,we enrolled him in their Board,and Train class.It was worth every penny that we invested.Along with the help of an E-Collar.He is a very well behaved dog,that we are fully confident in taking anywhere we go.I just had the pleasure of attending an “Alumni”class with him today.It was amazing to see a group of 17 dogs obeying by just using hand commands.I have to believe that it is more about the humans learning to be the boss.Whitney,Danielle,and crew are/were always very helpful,knowledgeable,and,yes assertive to make sure that we are/were in charge.Not,The dog.If you have any doubts about what you dog/dogs can do.I highly recommend that you check this place out.You will not be disappointed.

Rachel Ketterman
5/5
Thank you so much for spending as much time with Cam and I!! I learned so much about my malinois from you, spending time with my 4 month old mal became enjoyable!!! She is the best dog! Look forward to the classes now!!! UPDATE- 6 yrs later and I am back with another 5 month mali…Read full reviewClose full review

Thank you so much for spending as much time with Cam and I!! I learned so much about my malinois from you, spending time with my 4 month old mal became enjoyable!!! She is the best dog! Look forward to the classes now!!! UPDATE- 6 yrs later and I am back with another 5 month malinois! You and staff are amazing trainers. I love the balanced approach and you take time with us educating us on tools, such as the e-collar! YOU ARE SECOND TO NONE!!

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