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Vacay 9

West Chester Township, Ohio

4.9/5· 42 Google reviews

About Vacay 9

Vacay 9 provides dog training and dog boarding to the West Chester, OH area.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Puppy training Customer-reported
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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Dog age

  • Puppies Customer-reported
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Additional services

  • Boarding
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Other listed services

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  • Pet Waste Removal
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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Will my dog only follow commands for the trainer?

Our goal is to ensure your dog responds well to you, the owner. We work collaboratively with both you and your dog to achieve this outcome.

Community answer · Vacay 9 · 2025-09-21

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What is the optimal age to start training? Is my dog too young or too old?

We have successfully trained dogs as young as 8 weeks and as old as 15 years. There is no age limit for effective dog training.

Community answer · Vacay 9 · 2025-09-21

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Will my dog forget me during their stay?

Rest assured, we have never encountered a situation where a dog has forgotten their owner during their stay with us.

Community answer · Vacay 9 · 2025-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 542 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • boarding 6
  • 3 week board and train program 4
  • e collar training 4
  • leash walking 4
  • puppy care 3
  • clean facility 2
All 10 topics
  • doberman 2
  • prong collar 2
  • relationship with dog 2
  • safe environment 2

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42 collected reviews

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Susan Adkins
5/5
We just picked our dog up from Brian after a 3 week board and train. We have a rescue doberman with some health problems and I was very apprehensive about leaving him. Fast forward, we are so very glad we did!! Our pup Finn is much more calm, doesn't jump on people and obeys his …Read full reviewClose full review

We just picked our dog up from Brian after a 3 week board and train. We have a rescue doberman with some health problems and I was very apprehensive about leaving him. Fast forward, we are so very glad we did!! Our pup Finn is much more calm, doesn't jump on people and obeys his commands to sit, lay, place, stay etc. He now walks on a leash so much better! He even learned some fun little tricks! We were struggling a bit with missing him, and then we went to see him midway through the training program, and we could not believe how happy he was!! We could tell that he was so very well taken care of and it was very clear how much he loved Brian as his trainer! The day we picked Finn up, I wasn't sure if he was gonna go with us or stay with Brian! Also, it is very apparent that Brian takes pride in his work and his facility. They keep the place very clean! Finn was in great hands and I felt very confident that they would reach out with any concerns. If you are considering dog training, I highly recommend Vacay 9 ! Just do it! You won't be disappointed! We will definitely be using Vacay 9 for any boarding needs in the future!

Connie Kampsen
5/5

We tried several trainers but none understood and respected our dog like Brian. He has succeeded training our dog and us in a way that was simple, painless and effective. Our Bernedoodle is now a pleasure to be around. We highly recommend Brian and VACAY9.

Mary Galloway
5/5

Vacay 9 has had such a positive impact on my two 14 month old puppies May and Angel. Brian approaches training with a great deal of love and commitment to each dog’s wellbeing. He was very patient in trying to understand my concerns as an owner and developing a plan to help us succeed. I highly recommend Vacay 9 for anyone looking for a better relationship with their fur babies.

Betsy Meyers
5/5
We have a 2 year, very large, Shepard/Huskey (Asher). We were having LOTS of behavioral issues with him. We just couldn't get him to listen. We were referred by a friend to Vaycay 9. We opted for the 3 week training program. Brian has worked wonders with Asher, and he is teach…Read full reviewClose full review

We have a 2 year, very large, Shepard/Huskey (Asher). We were having LOTS of behavioral issues with him. We just couldn't get him to listen. We were referred by a friend to Vaycay 9. We opted for the 3 week training program. Brian has worked wonders with Asher, and he is teaching us how to be better dog parents. Asher responds really well to Brian and loves going there. We are still working together to make Asher the best dog he can be, as he is quite stubborn and opinionated... lol. We are very happy to be on this journey with Vaycay 9. Thanks for your kindness and patience with our big boy!

Brian Hackman
5/5
I have a 4 month old German Shepherd that I just completed the 3 Week Board and train program. Brian is absolutely phenomenal with Maverick and he's NIGHT AND DAY different compared to before the course. We just had our first follow up training session and Maverick is absolutely …Read full reviewClose full review

I have a 4 month old German Shepherd that I just completed the 3 Week Board and train program. Brian is absolutely phenomenal with Maverick and he's NIGHT AND DAY different compared to before the course. We just had our first follow up training session and Maverick is absolutely crushing it. Would recommend Vacay 9 to ANYONE needing their dog trained. I fully plan to book additional courses available from Vacay 9. They treat you like family from the minute you walk in the door and offer PURE EXCELLENCE as far as training goes even for a young pup ! Can't wait to continue and 1000% is the best money ever spent (other than getting Maverick of course HAHA). There aren't enough words to describe how happy I am with the results and it's only going up from here!

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