Voted Best Dog Trainer & Best Doggy Daycare in Fontana

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Fontana’s award-winning dog experts

Better days start with a better-understood dog.

Trainer-led daycare, real-life training, and thoughtful boarding from a certified professional who treats every dog like family.

5.0 Google rating75 Google reviews135 five-star Rover reviews11+ years’ experience
Ali guiding a calm group of dogs in the YAY Doggy play yard
Trainer-led care
Real dogs. Real relationships.
Herald NewsBest Dog TrainerFontana
Herald NewsBest Doggy DaycareFontana
Goody Doggy#1 Ranked TrainerFontana
Goody DoggyTop 25 TrainerCalifornia

Care with a trainer’s eye

Not just supervised. Seen, understood, and guided.

At YAY Doggy, play, rest, routines, and training work together. Ali and the team learn what makes your dog comfortable, confident, and successful—then keep you connected with honest updates.

Meet Ali and the YAY team

Choose your dog’s next win

Expert help for real life.

From first-day nerves to lifelong habits, there’s a thoughtful path forward.

A dog calmly holding a down-stay beside a busy baseball field
Training

Build calm, confident behavior.

Private lessons, small-group classes, and immersive Board & Train programs.

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A happy group of dogs running together in the daycare yard
Daycare

Play with purpose.

Safe social time, enrichment, rest, and a trainer-led routine.

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Dogs enjoying a supervised pool day in the YAY Doggy yard
Boarding

Stay where they feel known.

Comfortable overnight care, familiar routines, and daily updates.

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Why families choose YAY

Professional standards. Personal care.

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Trainer-led from the start

Behavior is observed with skill—not guesswork—so each dog gets the right level of play, rest, and support.

02

Safety built into every day

Pet First Aid & CPR certification, vaccination requirements, secure spaces, and round-the-clock monitoring.

03

You stay in the loop

Photos, videos, progress updates, and clear coaching help you feel confident between visits.

75 Google reviews · 5.0 stars

The best proof is a happier dog.

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“There’s no one we trust more with our fur babies.”

Longtime daycare & boarding client

Ali helped a high-energy dog settle, focus, and learn—while making the process enjoyable for the family.

Training & daycare client

Getting started

Your dog’s next chapter starts with a conversation.

No pressure. Tell us what life looks like now and what you’d love to change.

  1. 1

    Tell us about your dog

    Call or text Ali with your needs, schedule, and goals.

  2. 2

    Meet and make a plan

    Tour the facility or schedule an evaluation or consultation.

  3. 3

    Start with confidence

    Get a clear recommendation tailored to your dog and family.

Good to know

Questions, answered.

Need something else? Call or text and we’ll help.

Can I tour the facility before booking?

Yes. Tours are encouraged so you can see the space, meet the team, and ask questions before your dog’s first visit.

What vaccinations are required?

Dogs must be up to date on required vaccinations before daycare or boarding. Contact us for the current checklist.

Do you work with behavior challenges?

Yes. Ali works with leash pulling, reactivity, jumping, barking, fearfulness, resource guarding, recall, puppy manners, and more.

Do you offer transportation?

Transportation is available when scheduling permits. Pricing depends on time and distance.

Let’s talk about your dog

The first consultation is free.

Send the secure consultation form, call, text, or visit us in Fontana. Facility tours are welcome by appointment.

Visit6613 Almeria Ave
Fontana, CA 92336
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HoursMon–Fri · 7am–6pm
Sat · 7:30am–5:30pm
Sun · 8am–5pm
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