Dog day care center · San Diego, CA
Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego
★★★★½ 4.7 from 219 Google reviews · #21 of 46 in San Diego by score
DaycareCat boardingBoardingGroomingDedicated facility
9.4DogDnB Score
About
Discover Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego, your premier destination for Dog and Cat Boarding, Dog Training, and Doggy Day Care. Trusted by pet owners for our exceptional care, we're dedicated to making your furry friends feel loved and pampered. Whether it's a fun day out or a cozy stay, our experienced team ensures your pets are in safe hands. Our facility is not just a service; it's a community where every pet is treated like family. With fair pricing and a commitment to cleanline
Description from the business’s public profile.
What Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego publishes
We read this facility’s own website for the policies owners ask about before booking. Each published policy carries the sentence it came from; each blank one is a fact about the website, not a verdict on the facility.
20 of 27 policies published
Website checked 2026-09-07. 7 not stated on the site.Admission requirements
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“All Campers are required to provide proof of up to date vaccinations prior to check-in. The following vaccinations are required for all campers: Rabies Bordetella DHPP (also known as DHLPP or DAPP) K9 Influenza Leptospirosis”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 6 months
Their words
“All campers participating in any social play must be neutered or spayed. Puppies under 6 months may join group play, but once they reach 6 months, they move to private play until they are spayed or neutered.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“TEMPERAMENT EVALUATION: Participation in our group playtime necessitates a successful temperament evaluation. Additionally, all dogs must be spayed or neutered to qualify for this activity.”fonjonpetcare.com/about-us/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All Campers are required to provide proof of up to date vaccinations prior to check-in.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Operations
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“We have someone who lives on site. Yes, on site. There is a three-bedroom home located on the premises where we have two staff members able to attend to any needs that occur after hours.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Are staff trained in animal CPR or first aid? Yes.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Fon Jon uses structured boarding instead, with supervised group play, private play options, and indoor-outdoor rooms where dogs can rest without being shut away in a crate.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“dogs are separated by size, temperament, and play style. Our team also looks at age, confidence, breed traits, energy level, and how each dog reacts in the group play or individual play.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Time out of the kennel6+ hours supervised yard time (group play); one-on-one sessions (private play); indoor-outdoor rooms
Their words
“Group-play boarders can spend 6+ hours in supervised yard time, while private-play dogs receive one-on-one play sessions with a technician”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Do you accept intact dogs (not spayed or neutered)? Any restrictions? Yes, we do. Any dog over the age of six months that is not neutered or spayed has the option of private playtime during their stay.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-daycare-san-diego/
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Our climate-controlled indoor and outdoor kennel offers private rooms and private suites with attached outdoor patios, giving each dog a secure and comfortable space to rest between activities.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessPrivate patio
Their words
“Every dog has indoor and outdoor access, so they can rest inside, step out for fresh air, and settle into a routine that feels closer to home than a closed indoor kennel.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Capacity100
Their words
“Our San Diego boarding facility can accommodate up to 100 dogs and is supported by a trained team of 20 staff members who supervise play, feeding, and overnight care.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our climate-controlled indoor and outdoor kennel offers private rooms and private suites with attached outdoor patios”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesPaid add-on
Their words
“$15.00 / session Photo Club: During your pet’s stay, we can offer you a personal photoshoot! Whether your dog is in the play yard with other dogs or in its own private playtime, we take up-close (adorable!) photos of your pet and send them to your personal email!”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
ToursTours by appointment
Their words
“Want to see our facility in person? Book a Kennel Tour”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“We require two in town emergency contacts in case of an emergency, and we cannot get ahold of the owner. The emergency contacts need to be available to pick up the pet if needed. We have two local vets that we use, Grand Animal Hospital and Bayview Veterinary Center , if needed.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“Please note that we DO NOT board pets with recent injuries, casts, cones, or in need of injections. We recommend boarding at your veterinary office in case your pet requires medical care during their dog boarding stay.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We encourage bringing your pet’s own food and medication, especially if they follow a specific diet or routine. However, you do not have to bring anything other than your pet, their food, and medication.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Select your dates and boarding package: Give us a call or book online to check availability, then choose the setup that fits your dog best, group play for social pups or private play for a quieter stay.”fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/
Read from the facility’s public website, 2026-09-07. Policies change — confirm anything that matters when you book. “Reviewers” marks a fact customers describe that the operator does not state; it is weaker evidence and never counted as published. Method on the methodology page.
What reviewers mention
dog training ×17kennel options ×6cat boarding ×5helpful team ×5large play area ×3nail trimming ×3dog baths ×2extended boarding ×2
Topics extracted from public review text, with mention counts.
Rating breakdown
88% of reviewers gave 5 stars; 6% gave 1–2 stars.
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyFree parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parking
Attributes self-reported on the business’s public profile.