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    Better K9 Pet Resort

    4.8 (81 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Better K9 Pet Resort

    Dog boarding and training

    Pet boarding

    Private dog training

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    Puppy socialization classes

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    Jessica V.

    We love Better K9. We first found this business 10 years ago when it was Camp Ilene and we were looking for a dog trainer. Audrey helped us immensely with training our new (at the time) rescue dog Toby at the Riverside location. He want to daycare and boarding often throughout the years at the Corona location and loved it. The staff is kind and caring. We had to say goodbye to our Toby 5 months ago, but have a new puppy and look forward to eventually taking him to Better K9 too!

    I can't say enough about the life changing training Jack Reaver has provided for us and our dog Lilly. His home sessions with her and our 3 senior dogs changed chaos and aggression to peace and calm. Jack's knowledge and expertise in animal communication literally saved our pack! You will not be disappointed!

    Chillin at Doggy Day Care

    My girls Taz & Luna love coming here. They are always so well taken care of. It's great being able to get pictures and communicate with the staff while they are there. I highly recommend and all of the staff are amazing!!

    Danielle D.

    So pleased with my experience at this spot!!! The customer service and atmosphere was phenomenal. I seriously am looking forward to starting training my dog here and prior to visiting here, dog training was feeling like a task that was not going to be so pleasant. I'm looking forward to training my dog here and I'm so glad that I found this. I have been looking for so long to find training for my Husky and German Shepard puppy.

    Damian H.

    Seriously glad we found this place. Ever since day one they have treated our boy Bear as family. They have an easy booking Process and they also are fairly priced. I feel comfortable leaving my boy here to play with his friends. My only suggestion is that they posted more on social media what goes on in the daycare area. I would love to see how my dog interacts with others.

    The excitement of seeing your baby on their page !

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    1 year ago

    So friendly and sweet! We feel safe when we take our Baby there! She's well taken care of!

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    So thorough in the trial period and wonderful with my senior dog. Super kind and knowledgeable staff

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    11 months ago

    We LOVE BetterK9!! Our boy enjoys his daycares and boardings not only to be among "his kind," but also to enjoy engaging with staff.

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    3 years ago

    My dog absolutely loves Better K9 Pet Resort. Been going 2-3 times a week for a year now. Highly recommend

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    Very friendly people. Clean facility. Easy scheduling and the dogs love playing all day long!

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    3 years ago

    Our doodle Irish loves being at Better K9!! We pull up to the gate and she is so excited! Veronica and staff are all so kind and loving!

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    My dog doesn't even look back when I bring him here! The brat runs in! Wiped out and happy whe he comes home. Super nice!!!!

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    Smart Parke

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    I recently went on vacation and had an extremely difficult time finding boarding for my XL American…read moreBully. Riverwalk would not accept his breed regardless of temperament. Another facility in Norco, Animal Care Services, said his DTAPP booster needed to be in his system for at least two weeks. Unfortunately, I was only one week away from leaving, and they would not make an exception. When I first called Smart Parke, the staff member I spoke with was very kind and reassuring. She told me I could bring my dog in for a private evaluation and mentioned that he already had an appointment scheduled. Unfortunately, it later turned out that the evaluation had not been booked correctly, which initially added stress to an already overwhelming situation. Despite this, Brooklyn completely stepped in and saved the day. She accommodated me without hesitation, handled everything professionally, and ensured my dog was evaluated properly. He passed with flying colors. From the moment I met Brooklyn, I knew my beloved pup was in good hands. She is clearly confident and comfortable with large dogs and genuinely enjoys her job. She is also wonderful with people. As a worried fur mom, Brooklyn completely put me at ease, calmed my nerves, and gave me confidence that my dog was safe and cared for. The fecal test came back with no issues, and her communication and organization were excellent. When I dropped my pup off, Brooklyn unfortunately wasn't there, and I worked with Brooke instead. Brooke was kind and responsive via email, which I appreciated. However, she did not seem as confident handling large dogs. She did not provide a collar long enough for my dog's neck and asked me to put it on myself. When I asked how long each of his three daily one-on-one sessions would be and what they entail -something I felt was important given the $150 per night charge--she was unsure and gave me an answer but initially made no effort to find out or confirm the answer. After I insisted, she called out to a manager who was sitting nearby with her door open, to which the manager gave a different response - the manager did not come speak with me until the very end and barely addressed me. Lastly , Brook said I would get a report card daily and when I didn't get one for the first day I emailed the store to which Brooklyn clarified the report cards are for regular boarding and didn't come with private. Despite this I ended up getting one each day which put our whole family at ease. While Brooke was polite and responsive, she appeared somewhat intimidated by my dog and lacked some key knowledge. That said, she did follow up promptly and answered emails, which I am grateful for. Overall, I give Smart Parke a 10/10 specifically for Brooklyn and the system she runs. She is exceptional with dogs and people alike, and her professionalism, confidence, and willingness to accommodate made all the difference in what could have been a very stressful experience.

    We've been bringing our high energy adolescent puppy here for several months and he absolutely…read moreloves it. It's been the perfect outlet for all his excess energy, but also a great way to socialize him. I love the cameras and it gives me peace of mind to be able to check in on him. I can tell he always has fun. The facility is always clean and well maintained. I look forward to many more years of bringing my pup to play with friends at Smart Parke.

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    Jennifer's Canine Chaos

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    This is a bit long, but stick with me, it's worth the read. :)…read more I want to share this because I know how overwhelming life with dogs can feel when things spiral out of control, and because truly great dog trainers are rare. Last year, I lost my dog Chloe. I had her for 15 years, and losing her completely broke my heart. Afterward, I adopted Lily, a multipoo who had never been out of a cage. She came from a puppy mill and was deeply traumatized. She shook constantly, wouldn't come to me, wouldn't let me touch her, and had severe anxiety. She was peeing and pooping in the house nonstop. I tried everything I knew. I tried love, patience, reassurance. Nothing worked. I was exhausted and completely at a loss. Then life threw me another curveball. A client of mine broke her hip after tripping over her dog and had to move into assisted living. I took in her one-year-old Schipperke named Daisy. If you aren't familiar with this breed, 'the little black devil.' Daisy is the sweetest, smartest dog in the world and also an absolute mischievous chainsaw in a tiny body. Endless energy, barking at people and dogs, running through the house nonstop, biting my neighbor on the ankle and even the gardener, and bullying Lily relentlessly. My house turned into chaos overnight. On top of that, I still had my 13-year-old dog Rocky, who is basically the best-behaved dog on the planet and thankfully not part of the problem. I didn't know what to do anymore. That's when I called Jennifer. Jen took Daisy for a two-week board-and-train, and when Daisy came home, she was a completely different dog. Not perfect, but honestly a million times better. She sleeps in a crate now, no longer bullies Lily, listens extremely well, and while she still barks, it's nothing like before. We're still working on it with Jen, but the transformation was incredible. After that, I sent Lily to Jen. What happened next honestly felt like a miracle. Lily no longer pees or poops in the house. She sleeps in a crate. She comes when I call her. She's happy. She plays. She acts like a dog now, not a scared abuse victim. She still has moments of anxiety and fear, but she is doing a million times better, and the difference is night and day. Jen didn't just train my dogs. She gave them structure, confidence, and safety. She gave me peace in my own home again. She understands dogs on a level that is rare, especially dogs with trauma, anxiety, and behavioral challenges. If you are struggling, overwhelmed, or don't know what else to do, I cannot recommend Jen enough. She is patient, intuitive, honest, and incredibly skilled. She truly changed our lives.

    Great experience with in‑home dog training. Jennifer was patient, knowledgeable, and really…read moreunderstood our needs. We saw quick improvements and learned simple techniques we could keep using on our own. Highly recommend. She's the best!

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    This daycare really impressed me with how professional and well-managed it is. They have both…read moreindoor and outdoor play areas for the dogs, and both spaces are quite large, so it doesn't feel crowded at all. The facility itself is very well equipped, with more than 100 rooms. They also have separate isolation rooms in case a dog gets sick, which helps prevent illnesses from spreading to other dogs. I thought that was a huge plus. All new dogs are required to provide vaccination records, and they also do about a 20-minute temperament assessment before joining. Based on each dog's personality, they arrange suitable playgroups instead of just mixing all the dogs together. The staff are also very professional and attentive. They keep daily records of each dog's eating habits and bathroom activity, which really gives owners extra peace of mind. Overall, it feels like a very responsible and well-organized place for dogs.

    The moment I walked in, I immediately had a really good feeling about this place!…read more You can truly tell how much care and thought has gone into everything -- from the clean and spacious environment to all the little details. There's plenty of room for the dogs to run around and play comfortably. What made me feel the most reassured is that they don't just "keep" the dogs there -- they actually spend time playing with them, observing their behavior, and caring about their emotions. If your dog wants to socialize and play with other dogs, they do require proof of vaccinations including Rabies, Bordetella, and DHPP. They also do a simple temperament test (around 20 minutes), which honestly made me feel they're super responsible and genuinely care about the safety and well-being of every dog. As pet owners, the hardest part about traveling isn't the distance -- it's worrying whether our fur babies are truly being cared for. At Dogden, you really get a sense of peace of mind. They understand dogs so well. It's not just boarding -- they treat every dog like a little kid and care for them with so much love and attention. When the dogs are happy, the owners can finally relax too Now I can travel without constantly worrying about my little baby at home

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