Issue 47: Jan/Feb 2011
COVER STORY
51 Top 10 Luxe Hotels Get your glam on and beckon the pomp and circumstance, as we roll out the red carpet to Fido with our selections of the Top 10 luxury hotels you must visit with your canine connoisseur(s).
FEATURES
36 Lifestyles of the Rich & Furry Canine wishes and tummy rub dreams: Meet five owners who take pampering to a whole new level.
38 Introducing Fido to Fluffy When cat meets dog, fur need not fly. Read the winning cat essays. Prize packs galore, however, are another story.
40 You’ve Come a Long Way, Sparky Advances in healthcare, diet, and activities shifts Fido’s role in our lives. My how times have changed…for the better.
42 Land of Lineage Fido’s family tree is as deeply rooted and far branching as his human counterparts. Bonus: What’s new at Westminster 2011.
44 Love is in the Hair Three tiny words that make the world go round, for Fido as well. Can dogs be bitten by the love bug?
46 Chewing Through the Strings Cutting the apron strings need not sting (too much) when kenneling Fido for the first time.
48 One for the Rover Our 2011 car buying guide with Fido in mind. Leave No Dog Behind® with FIDO Friendly’s canine guide.
DESTINATIONS
58 Stray in Spain Cycling “gypsy” Finley Fagan encounters a Spanish wanderer on a road less traveled.
60 Top 50 Fido Friendly Destinations We barked, readers howled back. Your 50 top spots for Fido fun, frolicking and fret-free furbulous memories.
66 What a Rushmore There’s gold(enretriever) in them ‘thar lands. Black Hills and Rushmore “face” Fido’s inner explorer.
68 Canine Castle in the Sky The Ritz Carlton at Bachelor Gulch Colorado offers “s’more” fun for Fido.
70 Bark Out of the Big Apple Take a bark out of the Big Apple at Eventi, A Kimpton Hotel.
71 Dog Cabin Dog log cabins await in the Redwoods of Yosemite National Park.
72 How Suite it is We uncover fine dining and boutique mojo with Fido friendliness at Le Parc Suite Hotel.
73 Sun of a Beach Sunny beaches, tidal shifts and all paws on deck at this coastal Oregonian treasure.
74 Bed, Bark & Beyond Westin Denver Downtown is an urban getaway nestled comfortably in Mile High City.
75 New York City State of Mind Journey to the Andrew Hotel with mega glam minus the mighty price tag.
76 Cozy ‘Round the Fireplace Cupid’s bow finds its Fido arrow at this southern California resort and “spaw.”
DEPARTMENTS
14 The Parlor Games! And your pup in lights.
18 Writing Contest Enter our first annual Leave No Dog Behind® writing contest!
20 Show Us Your Tongues Fifty Fidos show off their tongue wagging picturesque best.
22 My Business Has Gone to the Dogs Is the concept of an Honest Kitchen one that applies to Fido’s nutrition?
24 Crate & Garden Designer digs abound when choosing Fido-friendly furniture.
26 Pet Nutrition When too much of a good thing is a bad thing: guidelines for avoiding over-treating and passively rewarding.
28 The Doc Is In Is alternative medicine for dogs all it’s cracked up to be? “Whole-isitically” logical reasons we concur.
30 Natural & Holistic Dog When memory fades, Fido’s love remains: What to do when a dog forgets.
31 Best in Show Gulf oil spill victims become survivors thanks to animal angels, Petritionals.
32 Training 101 Traits that make for good mates when selecting an adult shelter dog.
33 Adoption Story Thirteen proves lucky for a dog who was chained her entire life… until now.
34 Leashes & Lovers What makes you wag for Fido just might tickle your fancy in a potential mate.
90 Lead Reads An author loves and loses his best friend; can there be life after Pukka? Our reviewer set forth to find out.
THE DIRECTORY
79 Winter & Lifestyle Guide
82 Travel Guide
88 Marketplace
From this issue
Issue 46: Nov/Dec 2010
COVER STORY
40 Glee's Charlotte Ross Octaves of Chorus to Operation of Blankets: Find out how Charlotte Ross is helping to warm the holidays for Fidos in need.
FEATURES
38 The holidays are here, but the presents are on us! Plus what Fido really wants from Santa.
42 Fixing Fido Man on a mission, one filmmaker’s vision brought to life as veterinarians scour the globe saving abandoned street dogs.
44 When Fido Meets Fluffy Dare we utter the C word? Can dogs and cats really coexist (happily) in the same household? Will our publisher’s Fido survive having a c-a-t in the family?
48 Ho, Ho, Oh, No! Our guide for keeping Fido fit doing the jingle bell rock to fight off those extra holiday pounds.
50 Which Dog is Right For Me? New year, new best friend. Find out how to tell which dog is the best fit in your life.
52 My Dog Saved My Life Alone and abused, until Baby came along. How one dog inspired a woman to break the ties that bound and start anew.
54 Fido’s First Aid Kit Must-haves to pack and must-dos to know when Fido is faced with a boo boo.
56 Wag World Dream Park One man’s vision reshapes a community.
58 Anatomy of a Grieving Dog Mom Hope for the holidays (and year-round) for anyone who’s loved and lost. 59 Camping with Fido Learn how to ruff it with Fido in the great outdoors.
82 Iams Home 4 the Holidays Helen Woodward on a mission to save lives.
DESTINATIONS
61 Powder Hounds Rejoice Top 10 Skiing Destinations From slopes to slaloms and all the cozy cabins in between, Fido’s gearing up for wintertime fun!
68 Old Town, Renewed Spirit Revel in the history and lore that is Old Town Alexandria, Virginia.
70 Pan Pacific Luxury Hotel As one of the nation’s top 25 luxury hotels, let Fido find the space needle in the haystack Seattle style.
71 Vintage Seattle K is for keeps, as in keep returning to this Kimpton with classic amenities and modern touches.
72 Maxwell Hotel Perks to the works, lay back to the “Max” in this northwestern find.
73 Fido’s Timeshare Short on cash but long on luxury? A timeshare with Fido is just what the budget ordered.
74 The W of Dallas Dallas may claim the big D, but we discover the big W (and we don’t mean wag).
76 The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls Rustic charm meets nature’s splendor where spa treatments and hiking trails await.
77 Cedarbrook Lodge This Seattle treasure’s cooking up something special for Fido and family.
78 Montana Getaway – Gallitan A river runs through it and so will Fido at this sky-high living large lodge.
79 The Inn at Lake Joseph Appalachian memories await as nature meets nurture.
80 Celilo – Frugal Fido Pinch those pennies without sacrificing quality.
98 Lead Reads A raid on the famed Westminster Champion Dog Show? Our reviewer digs up this book for all ages.
DEPARTMENTS
12 The Parlor Puparazzi, Where’s Fido, Fido True or False, weird news, anagram. Going green with Fido and a fun contest.
18 Writing Contest Enter our first annual Leave No Dog Behind® writing contest for prizes and Fido fame! 20 Show Us Your Tails We’ve seen Fido’s tongues; now check out the winning tails.
23 Crate & Garden Wreck the halls and eat the holly? No way! Handy tips for avoiding holiday mishaps.
26 Pet Nutrition: Toxic Foods Some people-foods can cause extreme health problems if consumed by pets.
28 The Doc Is In What’s sweet smelling and appealing to Fido, yet so toxic even a small amount can be fatal?
30 Training 101 Table scraps can lead to Fido yaps. Learn how to curb this recipe for disaster.
32 Leashes & Lovers Do Fido’s ears hold the secrets to helping you improve your human relationships?
34 Adoption Story Crossing the borderline for a second chance: Fidos finding forever homes.
36 My Business Has Gone to the Dogs FIDO Friendly sits down with Austin Rose, an environmentally conscious company.
THE DIRECTORY
83 Holiday Gift Guide
90 Travel Guide
96 Marketplace
From this issue
Issue 45: Sep/Oct 2010
COVER STORY
44 Nicollette Sheridan Desperate Housewives’ star dishes the doggone scoop on Fido and her role as spokesperson for Guide Dogs for the Blind.
FEATURES
36 Pet Health Insurance For many, pet health insurance is becoming a viable option.
38 Get Your Licks on Route 66 Get Your Licks with FIDO Friendly and North Shore Animal League as we tour the Mother Road in the name of dog adoption. Trade wheels with wags and join our excursion to save lives.
40 A Day in the Life of TV’s tattooed crusaders, Rescue Ink Spend a day in the life of Rescue Ink, as TV’s tattooed crusaders swoop in on motorcycles and bust abusers’ mindsets one at a time. 46 Zelda’s Wisdom If a picture is worth a thousand words, this English Bulldog has the camera savvy secrets to a happy life.
48 Hail to the Pup White House meets doghouse as we salute the top dogs in America’s most "paws-tigious" office.
50 Dirty Dozen Some quick tips on how you can give good and much-needed dog parenting advice.
52 Rainy Day Schedule Rain, rain go away, but while you’re here we’ll play anyway! How to keep Fido occupied when going outside to play is not an option.
54 Empty Nest Fido As school bells ring and family members return to the classroom, how to keep Fido’s spirits up and blues to a minimum. Plus win a gift basket of goodies!
55 Left for Dead Shot and abandoned in no-man’s land, one dog's desert nightmare ends in triumph.
56 Rescue as Adultery Cheaters end up in the doghouse, literally, as women reveal their secret Fido "affairs" behind their husband’s back.
57 Fido Goes Green FIDO Friendly goes eco-friendly and learns how to make doggone easy green changes in Fido’s life.
58 GPS Units with Fido Where oh where has my little dog gone? With GPS never fear, Fido’s location finder is here!
59 Tooth & Jail Controversial Arizona Sheriff Joe puts inmates to work saving shelter animals' lives.
60 What I’ve Learned from my Dog Karen Biehl and Eli raise money for a good cause.
DESTINATIONS
61 Peep-a-boo Hide and go leaf seek, as Fido frolics through the colors of autumn’s blanket one city at a time.
62 Love It or Leaf It Fido’s fall foliage top 10 style! Rich hues of ambers, oranges and reds await as FIDO Friendly presents the Top 10 Leaf Peeping destinations. Grab the camera and leashes and head for nature’s autumn bounty Fido style.
64 Nantucket Wipe the sand from Fido’s paws while touring this Massachusetts beach town known for its "dogs-pitality".
65 A Howling Good Time No digging up bones on this ghost tour. Leave No Dog nor Spirit Behind this Spooktacular Halloween!
66 Lovin' Leavenworth Oom paw paw! Bark it out at Bavarian Village and all the treasures this treasure town in Washington has to offer Fido and his family.
67 Ink 48 New York state of (Fido) mind makes its ink mark in the distinctive Hell’s Kitchen district.
68 Hotel Heathman Luxury lodging in the heart of Portland, OR, where service is an art and Fido comes first.
70 The Salish Lodge Ensconced by the Cascade Mountains, this luxury lodge and spa soothes head to toe, paw to tail.
72 Bicycle Odyssey The worst of what nature has to offer on the cold trail to the ocean of triumph and great realization.
74 Escape From Chile—Earthquake Lorraine Chittock shakes things up, literally, as she evacuates from Chile and finds her fault line returning home.
76 The Woodmark Water, water everywhere with lakeside restaurant and access to a yacht club, follow the leash to the Woodmark in the heart of Washington.
DEPARTMENTS
14 The Parlor Puparazzi, Where’s Fido, crossword, writing contest, prizes, anagrams, weird news, and Fido True or False.
18 Show Us Your Tongues Check out the first annual tongue contest!
20 Crate & Garden Mary Mary, quite contrary, how does Fido’s garden grow? Dig in and find out.
22 Natural & Holistic Dog Fido’s itchy skin dilemma confronted: Scratch that itch once and for all.
24 Pet Nutrition Old Mother Hubbard goes to FIDO Friendly’s cupboard and finds out what to do when the cupboard is bare.
26 The Doc Is In Prevention is key, says our vet in preventing canine flu.
28 Training 101 Does Your Fido love what you love?
30 Leashes & Lovers Does Mr. or Mrs. Right pass all the tests and become Fido-approved?
32 Adoption Story An angel in Brooklyn: Sean Casey animal rescue.
34 Best in Show Marching to the beat of 2 x 4, a solider and his Fido trek across America on a mighty mission.
90 Lead Reads Sink your canines into this scary book about the unpredictable behavior of animals.
THE DIRECTORY
80 Lifestyle Guide
83 Travel Directory
88 Marketplace
