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Monday: 7AM - 6PM
Tuesday: 7AM - 6PM
Wednesday: 7AM - 6PM
Thursday: 7AM - 6PM
Friday: 7AM - 6PM
Saturday: 7AM - 6PM
Sunday: 7AM - 6PM
Hillside K9 Academy is a premier dog training academy in Northern Arizona, offering over 35 years of professional behavioral rehabilitation experience. The academy provides group classes, private lessons, board & train programs, on-site doggie daycare, and boarding services. With expert trainers, Hillside K9 Academy helps dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments to improve their behavior and strengthen their bond with their owners. The academy's dedicated staff, including Shawn, the head trainer, take the time to understand each dog's unique needs and provides personalized attention. With excellent care and a friendly approach, Hillside K9 Academy is the perfect place to take your dog for training, boarding, or daycare.
Hillside K9 is hands down the best place I’ve ever taken my dog! From the moment we walk through the door, the whole team makes us feel like family. The care, professionalism, and genuine love for animals here are unmatched.
Adilene (Adi) is an absolute grooming superstar — my pup always comes home looking show-ready, smelling amazing, and sporting the happiest tail wag.
Kara deserves a huge shoutout too! She’s both a talented groomer and a wonderful kennel tech who clearly treats every dog as if they’re her own.
The kennel team is incredible: Jamie is dependable, kind, and always pays attention to the little details that make a big difference in a dog’s...read full review
Hillside was truly a life saver for us!!!
In the spring of 2025 I helped rescue some puppies who were dumped in the snow.
Despite not having ANY experience with puppies or more active breeds, I knew it was divine intervention so I kept one. Bella. 💖
For several weeks Bella stayed home, calm and unwell, healing from surgery, and learning that she was finally safe.
As soon as she was well, I knew she needed socialization and LOTS of exercise. This husky mix loves to play and run! I couldn’t keep up with it alone.
Hillside was the perfect place to bring her. We came almost daily and the routine was incredibly helpful to get us through our first summer...read full review
Shawn is an excellent trainer @