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Worry-Free Dog Boarding and Pet Care in San Diego

Fon Jon Pet Care 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.

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Pet Boarding

Our pet boarding offers a comfortable and secure home-away-from-home for dogs and cats, with personalized attention and care from our experienced staff.

Dog Daycare

Our dog daycare provides a fun and safe environment for dogs to play, socialize, and receive plenty of love and attention.

Pet Grooming

Our pet grooming services offer professional grooming for dogs and cats, including bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning.

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WHAT WE DO

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Dog Boarding

We offer comfortable accommodations for both dogs and cats and have a wide variety of activities available for your pets. Both dogs and cats enjoy their own private room with an attached outdoor patio.
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Cat Boarding

While their canine neighbors are out running around, our cats are lounging in their private cozy condos.
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Dog Daycare

With a large outdoor daycare yard that offers unique park-like settings, plenty of fresh air we have fun-filled activities for all! We offer single day packages all the way up to monthly packages available for your dog!
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Pet Grooming

Our full-time bather loves animals and has over 10 years of experience with us. He has worked with all breeds and can get your pet looking and smelling its best.
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FON JON AWARDS

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Business Hours

Boarding & Office Hours:

Mon – Friday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

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Daycare Hours:

Monday – Friday:
6:30 AM – 7:00 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.

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ABOUT US

BEST PET CARE
CENTER FOR YOUR PET

Fon Jon Pet Care 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.

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Certified Pet Groomer

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70+ Years Pet Experience

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Serving San Diego Since 1950

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Top Rated Dog Boarding

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Pet of the Month

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Balto is a long time Fon Jon pack member! He loves posing for the camera, sun bathing, and snuggling!

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Happy Customers

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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!

Dianna Gould
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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.

Alison Canziani
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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

Derrick Havens
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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!

Melissa Jacks
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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!!

Tim Sortor
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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!

Nita Wang
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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.

Hours Of Operation:
Monday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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San Diego Zip Codes We Serve

  • 91911
  • 92154
  • 92592
  • 91910
  • 92115
  • 91977
  • 92020
  • 91950
  • 91913
  • 92026
  • 92064
  • 92127
  • 91913
  • 92026
  • 92064
  • 92127
  • 92122
  • 92040
  • 92102
  • 92078
  • 92054
  • 92037
  • 92083
  • 92065
  • 91915
  • 92058
  • 92124
  • 91941
  • 92107
  • 92110
  • 92173
  • 92008
  • 92067
  • 92136
  • 92003
  • 91906
  • 91916
  • 92059
  • 92086
  • 92152

Directions To Fon Jon From Common Places In San Diego

From San Diego International Airport To Fon Jon Dog Boarding

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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
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