--- title: "Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego — San Diego, CA" url: "https://dogsaway.co/san-diego-ca/fon-jon-dog-boarding-and-daycare-of-san-diego/" updated: "2026-09-07" data_pulled: "2026-07-07" census_at: "2026-09-07" source: "Dogs Away — public Google Business profile (identity, rating) + Dogs Away disclosure census of the facility's own website" license: "All rights reserved. Read and cite freely. No bulk copying. (https://dogsaway.co/terms/)" attribution: "Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co)" --- # Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego Dog day care center in San Diego, CA — part of the Dogs Away index of dog boarding and daycare in San Diego, CA (https://dogsaway.co/san-diego-ca/). **★4.7 from 219 Google reviews, Dogs Away score 9.4/10.** The Dogs Away score is a Bayesian-adjusted Google rating on a 0–10 scale (prior weight 25 reviews at the 4.669 network mean). ## Facts - **Services:** daycare, catBoarding, boarding, grooming - **Address:** 5050 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109 - **Phone:** (858) 490-2117 - **Website:** https://fonjonpetcare.com/?utm_campaign=SEO&utm_medium=website_click&utm_source=GMB - **Google Maps profile (verify):** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Fon%20Jon%20Dog%20Boarding%20and%20Daycare%20of%20San%20Diego&query_place_id=ChIJYXDzIE0A3IARV-QkzrMMD-A ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 9 AM–5:30 PM | | Tuesday | 9 AM–5:30 PM | | Wednesday | 9 AM–5:30 PM | | Thursday | 9 AM–5:30 PM | | Friday | 9 AM–5:30 PM | | Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM | | Sunday | 1–3 PM | ## Booking terms, safety and care - **Checkout time:** Weekday pick-up by 1 PM (weekends 2 PM); later pick-up costs $25 — facility's words: "Monday to Friday, there is a $25 fee for pickups after 1pm and Saturday to Sunday after 2pm." (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/) - **Late pick-up:** $25 for pick-up after 1 PM Mon-Fri or after 2 PM Sat-Sun — facility's words: "Monday to Friday, there is a $25 fee for pickups after 1pm and Saturday to Sunday after 2pm." (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/) - **Cancellation:** Holiday boarding: cancel 10+ days before check-in for a full deposit refund — facility's words: "You must cancel at least 10 days before your check-in date to receive a full refund for your deposit." (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/) - **Cats:** Offers cat boarding in private condos — facility's words: "Cat Boarding While their canine neighbors are out running around, our cats are lounging in their private cozy condos." (https://fonjonpetcare.com/?utm_campaign=SEO&utm_medium=website_click&utm_source=GMB) - **Anxious or shy dogs:** Controlled introductions using a barrier; special approach for shy and timid dogs — facility's words: "Controlled introductions using a barrier before entering the playgroup … Special approach available for shy and timid dogs" (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/) - **Unaltered dogs & females in heat:** Accepts unaltered dogs over 6 months; they have private playtime — facility's 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." (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-daycare-san-diego/) - **Breed & size limits:** Certain breeds, such as American Pit Bull, are restricted from group play but may use private play — facility's words: "The following breeds are restricted from participating in Group Play but are welcome for Private Play daycare and boarding services: American Pit Bull, Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Ter" (https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-daycare-san-diego/) ## Booking and cameras - **Calendly** (scheduler): linked from the facility's website — https://calendly.com/fon-jon-pet-care/in-person-kennel-tour - Checked 2026-10-08. ## For travelers - **SAN** (San Diego International): 5.7 miles, straight line - **Weekday hours span:** 9 AM to 5:30 PM - **Open Sunday:** yes Hours from the public business profile; drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower. ## Published rates - **Overnight boarding:** $93.15–$102.47 per night (first dog, standard rate) - **Holiday surcharge:** During all holidays all packages have a $20 price adjustment; deluxe suites $30 > “VIP GROUP PLAY $93.15 *Cash or Check Discount! $90 Vip Dog Boarding Package Private Indoor Dog House With Private Outdoor Patio All Day Group Play ... Deluxe GROUP PLAY $102.47 *Cash or Check Discount! $100 Deluxe Dog Boarding Package” Source: https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ — checked September 7, 2026. ## Disclosure record Publishes 20 of 27 checked policies on its own website (census September 7, 2026). "Not published" is a fact about the website on that date, not a claim about the facility's practice. ### Admission requirements - **Vaccinations required:** Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis > “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” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Bordetella lead time:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Fecal / parasite test:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Spay / neuter:** Required for group play only from 6 months > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Temperament evaluation:** Required for some dogs > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/about-us/ - **Vaccination records:** Proof checked, not taken on word > “All Campers are required to provide proof of up to date vaccinations prior to check-in.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ ### Operations - **Staff on site overnight:** Yes — a person is on site > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Staff-to-dog ratio:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Maximum playgroup size:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Staff certification:** Pet first aid / CPR certified staff > “Are staff trained in animal CPR or first aid? Yes.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Play model:** Structured rotation > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Groups separated by:** Size, temperament and play style > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Time out of their room:** 6+ hours supervised yard time (group play); one-on-one sessions (private play); indoor-outdoor rooms > “Group-play boarders can spend 6+ hours in supervised yard time, while private-play dogs receive one-on-one play sessions with a technician” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Solo care for dogs who skip group play:** Offered > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-daycare-san-diego/ - **Housing:** Indoor outdoor run > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Outdoor access:** Private patio > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Capacity:** 100 > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Climate control:** Climate-controlled > “Our climate-controlled indoor and outdoor kennel offers private rooms and private suites with attached outdoor patios” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Live cameras for owners:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Photo / report-card updates:** Paid add-on > “$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!” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Tours:** Tours by appointment > “Want to see our facility in person? Book a Kennel Tour” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Injury / fight policy:** Published > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Veterinary access:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Administers medication:** Yes, except injectables > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Feeding:** Owner's food encouraged > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ - **Availability:** Not published on their website as of September 7, 2026 - **Online booking:** Yes > “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.” — https://fonjonpetcare.com/dog-boarding/ ## Licensing California does not license or inspect dog boarding and daycare facilities at the state level. There is no state agency, no state license number, and no state inspection record for a boarding kennel. What California has is a statewide standards law: Health & Safety Code Chapter 11, 'Pet Boarding Facilities' (§§ 122380–122388, SB 945, in force since 1 January 2017). It applies to any premises boarding four or more pets for compensation, sets operating standards (daily observation, isolation of sick animals, owner notification of illness, written care policies, a fire alarm or sprinkler system, limits on time in temporary enclosures) and a written pre-boarding disclosure to the owner — but it creates no license and is enforced only by local animal control, humane or peace officers issuing notices to correct, with fines of up to $250 and then $1,000. Kennel licensing is local: San Diego County Code § 62.641 requires a kennel license from the Department of Animal Services for premises keeping seven or more dogs over four months in the unincorporated area, and the City of San Diego adopts the County ordinance by reference and contracts its animal services to San Diego Humane Society, which charges a $150 kennel-license application fee that includes an on-site inspection. Those are county and city permits, not a state regime, and they were not joined to facility records. Market licensing detail: https://dogsaway.co/san-diego-ca/ ## How to cite Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego, San Diego, CA. Dogs Away, https://dogsaway.co/san-diego-ca/fon-jon-dog-boarding-and-daycare-of-san-diego/ (census September 7, 2026; listing data July 7, 2026). Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co). Read or cite this one record with a link. Do not bulk copy, scrape or rebuild the directory. 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