Fon’s Canines Professional Dog Training and Sales

Programs include one-on-one private lessons, Tuesday night group obedience classes (for dogs 6+ months), and intensive board-and-train programs lasting 1–3 weeks. Training covers basic obedience, leash walking, recall, separation anxiety, aggression, and puppy manners. Clients receive ongoing support and are expected to reinforce training at home. Group classes expose dogs to distractions in a controlled environment with multiple instructors. Board-and-train includes full immersion in a structured environment with daily training and progress reports.

Pricing Summary

Private in-facility sessions start at $120/hour; in-home sessions are $360/hour. Basic training packages start at $420 for four sessions. Board-and-train programs range from $1,000 to $6,000+, with a 3-week off-leash program costing $6,000. Trained dogs for sale range in price based on breed and training level. Financing options are available.

Fon’s Canines Professional Dog Training and Sales is a San Diego-based dog training business with decades of experience helping dogs and owners build obedience, confidence, and reliability. They offer personalized one-on-one training, structured group classes, and immersive board-and-train programs designed for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Their trainers specialize in behavior modification for issues like aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and leash pulling, using balanced training methods that emphasize real-world application. In addition to training, they sell professionally trained dogs and puppies—including Labradors, German Shepherds, Malinois, and Rottweilers—for companionship, emotional support, and working roles. They also provide in-home training, facility-based sessions, and ongoing support to help owners maintain progress. Their team includes Manuel Villanueva, a trainer with over 40 years of experience who studied under pioneer Mr. Fon Johnson, known for developing K-9 training programs. They cater to all breeds and sizes, and emphasize empowering owners to become confident pack leaders.

They also offer service dog training, emotional support dog programs, and training for multi-dog households. Their facility is located in San Diego, and they serve clients both onsite and offsite. Clients can access their client portal for scheduling and resources, and they provide financing options for training packages.

Fon’s Canines combines hands-on experience with tailored training plans, ensuring dogs and owners build lasting, meaningful relationships through consistent, practical instruction.

Accomplishments

Canine Training Director Manuel Villanueva has over 40 years of experience and trained under Mr. Fon Johnson, a pioneer in K-9 training who developed national police dog programs and founded San Diego’s first full-service pet boarding facility in 1950. The business has trained dogs for law enforcement, emotional support, and working roles, with a long track record of successful outcomes.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can book a training session via the online client portal or by calling the business. An initial consultation is not free, but clients are matched with a trainer based on their dog’s needs. The first step is selecting a service (private, group, or board-and-train), followed by scheduling an assessment or orientation session.