Training Tips – Recall!

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Recall Training Welcome to our first ever installment of Fon Jon’s Training Tips Series. With the success of our Doggie Daycare blog, the revered Manuel Villanueva has deemed me worthy of scribing his wealth of knowledge to share with you so that you can better understand your dog and become a better dog owner. Cutting… Read More

Dog Training is an Ongoing Thing

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When it comes to dog training, many are mistaken into thinking that once their dog’s obedience training is completed, there is nothing else that needs to be done. This is a huge misconception. Like learning something new, such as a musical instrument, sport, or even language, we constantly need to practice otherwise we will lose… Read More

OCEAN BEACH CANINE CARNIVAL: Oct. 28

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The KIWANIS Club of Ocean Beach and the Ocean Beach Recreation Council is hosting its 7th ANNUAL OCEAN BEACH CANINE CARNIVAL on October 28.   They are promising an excellent “Howl-O-Ween Party” for you and your best four-legged friend. This party will brim with games, a dog parade, street fair, costume prizes, and food for you… Read More

Voluntary Pet Treat Recall

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    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just issues a press release letting consumers know that a dog treat manufactured by Nature’s Recipe® Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken is under a voluntary recall.  The product, manufactured at a production facility in the United States, is alerting consumers that it may have Salmonella… Read More

Military Dog Awarded For Heroic Actions

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With so many branches of the military right in our backyard, we here in San Diego have a special appreciation for the men and women who serve our country in uniform. At Fon Jon, we also have extra gratitude for the canines that serve. Though few in number, these specially trained dogs are able to… Read More

San Diego Humane Society and SPCA Hosts Vaccine Lecture: Oct. 10

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The world of pet vaccines can really be overwhelming.  With that said, the San Diego Humane Society and the SPCA is hosting a mini vaccine seminar covering what types of vaccines are out there and how often a pet should get these shots. And this includes vaccine information if you send your dog to a San Diego… Read More

Most recent pet food recalls

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Just like people food, we really have to keep our ears open to pet food recalls.  The best place to visit on a bimonthly basis is the Humane Society website. They keep an updated list of contaminated foods and treats harmful to pets. Another great place to gather information is the FDA website. To keep… Read More

A female dog’s act of bravery with her pups

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Every once in a while you read a remarkable dog story. Sometimes dogs’ actions seem to go beyond instincts in a way that touches our hearts, and this recent story we spotted on the DogHeirs blog is an example.   A German Shepherd mix named Amanda rescued her 10-day-old puppies when a fire broke out in her… Read More