Worry-Free Dog Boarding and Pet Care in San Diego
Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego has been servicing San Diego pets for over 70 years! We are proud to have been the first kennel in San Diego, and the only indoor/outdoor kennel in San Diego. Original owner Fon Johnson opened the kennel on September 28, 1950.
Pet Boarding
Dog Daycare
Pet Grooming
WHAT WE DO
Dog Boarding
Cat Boarding
Dog Daycare
Pet Grooming
Fon Jon is an Highly Rated and Award Winning Boarding and Day Care Facility located in San Diego, California
Boarding Clients!*Discount does not apply during holiday/peak rate periods.
Business Hours
Boarding Hours:
Mon – Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday:
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Daycare Hours:
Monday – Friday:
6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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About Our Facility
Experience the best for your canine companion at Fon Jon with a spacious outdoor play area designed for exercise and recreation. Unlike many facilities that confine dogs to indoor spaces, Fon Jon’s prime location near Mission Bay allows your dog to enjoy the glorious San Diego sunshine. Plus, with ample shade in our yard, your furry friend can always find a cool spot to relax. It’s all about giving your dog the opportunity to thrive in San Diego’s remarkable climate.
BEST PET CARE
CENTER FOR YOUR PET
Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego has been servicing San Diego pets for over 70 years! We are proud to have been the first kennel in San Diego, and the only indoor/outdoor kennel in San Diego.
Original owner Fon Johnson opened the kennel on September 28, 1950.
Certified Pet Groomer
70+ Years Pet Experience
Serving San Diego Since 1950
Top Rated Dog Boarding
Boarding Clients!*Discount does not apply during holiday/peak rate periods.
Pet of the Month
Balto
Balto is a long time Fon Jon pack member! He loves posing for the camera, sun bathing, and snuggling!
Happy Customers
Fon Jon has been an absolute blessing! The rates are best in town and the services have exceeded expectations. The employees are consistent, willing to help and super friendly. Training from their neighbors Man-K9… don’t even get me started! Absolutely wonderful. I recommend both to anyone looking for help with their fur baby!
Fon Jon Pet Care is the BEST! We stared weekly day care to test the waters for future boarding later this year. Getting our dog into their system and set up was a breeze. Our pup loves day care so much that we have peace for our future boarding. You can tell that the staff genuinely care for the dogs and overall experience.
We’ve been using Fon Jon’s for our pets needs since 2001. They’ve boarded & trained all of our pets. They truly are the best dog trainers in Southern California. We always feel comfortable about leaving & boarding our fur baby’s with a facility that’s loves our pets, as much as we do. We also use their monthly dog daycare to allow our pets to socialize, play and have fun. We HIGHLY Recommend them to everyone we know
We’ve been with Fon Jon for over eight years. My two dogs and two cats are always happy when they come home. Our youngest recognizes the route and goes crazy with excitement every time we visit. We use boarding, grooming, training and (mostly) Doggie Day Care. I’m honestly hesitant to even try another facility!
These guys are the BEST pet care and boarding facility in San Diego!!
I don’t trust my fur babies with anybody else. I found Fon Jon last September after rescuing my 2 year old, 100 pound American Bulldog, Bruce. I also have a 60 pound American Staffordshire Terrier named Pepper, and they both LOVE Fon Jon Pet Care Center.
Their pricing is fair, and they always do such a good job and take such good care of my dogs. They always come home smelling and looking so clean after their “spa day”. Thanks Fon Jon!!
I have been taking my fur babies to Fon Jon for over 17 years and there is no one else I trust with them. The staff is so wonderful and not only really care/love/understand the pups but also me and my life. I have recommended Fon Jon to many friends, who also love it there. I work from home and need to travel sometimes, so my pups go to daycare to play every day and are boarded there when I need to be out of town. Thank you Fon Jon for everything you do!
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Address & Hours
We are located conveniently off of I-5 in San Diego minutes away from the San Diego airport and downtown open 7 days a week.
Directions To Fon Jon From Common Places In San Diego
From San Diego International Airport To Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego
- 3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
- Get on I-5 N from N Harbor Dr and India St 9 min (3.4 mi)
- Follow I-5 N to Garnet Ave. Take exit 23B from I-5 N 5 min (5.2 mi)
- Drive to Santa Fe St
3 min (1.1 mi) - Destination:
5050 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109
Downtown San Diego To Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego
- Get on I-5 N 3 min (0.8 mi)
- Follow I-5 N to Garnet Ave. Take exit 23B from I-5 N 6 min (6.7 mi)
- Drive to Santa Fe St
3 min (1.1 mi) - Destination:
5050 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109
La Jolla To Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego
- Take Fay Ave and Girard Ave to Torrey Pines Rd – 3 min (0.7 mi)
- Continue on Torrey Pines Rd. Take La Jolla Pkwy and I-5 S to Damon Ave – 8 min (5.1 mi)
- Follow Damon Ave and Santa Fe St to your destination – 2 min (0.5 mi)
- Destination:
5050 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109
