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Celebrities pitch in for ASPCA Extreme Shelter Makeover: Adoption success!
August 10, 2011 • Rescue • Most Popular
The ASPCA selected a shelter in California, the Camarillo shelter, only one of 50 chosen by the ASPCA to compete for its 2011 $100K Challenge.
It kicked off the 100K Challenge with a star studded makeover on Saturday, August 6.
Celebrities Orlando Brown, Michelle Forbes, Jackson Galaxy, and Kim Sill of The Heigl Foundation and founder of D Cups Saving Tea Cups, spoke out on the importance of... -
Can an owner’s love help dogs heal from a medical crisis?
August 08, 2011 • Health & Wellness • Most Popular
Sometimes love heals where science simply cannot. This I believe. As humans, we know our dogs give of themselves to us in so many ways. They provide us with unconditional love, exercise, joy, laughter, compassion and healing. They are just downright fun to have as members of our families. But do you ever wonder how you help your pets? Besides the obvious -- food, shelter, water, treats and...
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FIDO Friendly’s three-part call to action when disaster strikes
August 03, 2011 • Health & Wellness • Most Popular
Hurricane Katrina. Her images resonate and the global effect of the devastation remain raw. A poll conducted by the Fritz Institute in April of 2006 revealed 44 percent of people chose not to flee with warning of Hurricane Katrina because they would not leave their pets behind. News reels showed the devastated residents begging for assistance from rooftops, seeking refuge in a football stadium,...
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Tips from dog trainer for potential new dog owners
August 01, 2011 • Health & Wellness • Most Popular •
As a new or potential dog owner, there are several things you should take into consideration before buying or adopting a new puppy or adult dog.
Ask Yourself Why?
First things first. Think about why you actually want a dog. Dogs only look and act like puppies for 6-12 months after which the cuteness factor can wear off for a lot of people. People looking to purchase a dog should want a dog, not a... -
FIDO Friendly Canine Good Citizen dog gets recognized
July 30, 2011 • Health & Wellness • Most Popular
It's every dog parent's dream: Their precious pooch on the cover of a newspaper or magazine. So when the latest issue of Downeast Dog News graced my mailbox (and yes, they are a hold it in your hand, oh I love the feel of paper against my fingertips paper), I was brimming with glee. You can also get a digital copy online if you so desire.
Ever want your dog to become a canine good citizen and not...
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Mr Pish dog explorer, 14 years young, we salute you!
July 24, 2011 • Travel • Most Popular
In our 50th celebratory issue, on newsstands and subscribers mailboxes now, FIDO Friendly magazine names their 50 best in the world of dogs – from most FIDO Friendly cities to the coolest B&B’s and even dogs making a difference. In the category of dog explorers, one of our faves is the incomparable Mr. Pish.
Mr. Pish is a 14-years-young Jack Russell Terrier who epitomizes dog exploration with mom...