About Us

Here we share the history of Famous Fido and the details of our mission to provide education and resources on adoption, companionship, animal safety, and abandonment prevention.

What We’re All About

Interventions Before Surrender

We are dedicated to assisting companion animals stay with their guardians in times of crisis. We offer education, guidance, exploring rehoming or medical treatment options. If you are considering surrendering a companion, please click below to learn about your options.

Responsible Adoption Practices

We understand that sometimes surrendering an animal is truly the best option for the guardian and companion animal. In these situations we do our utmost to ensure that all animals in our care find a responsible, sustainable and loving forever home for the next phase of their lives.

Wildlife Welfare and Advocacy

We work to change the conversation and improve the lives of domesticated animals in Chicago. But there is a whole planet full of species with whom we must peacefully coexist. Our mission extends to promoting awareness of the threats facing this way of life.

What We Believe

“We don’t have two hearts, one for animals and one for humans; we have one heart, or we don’t have any.”

-Alphonse de Lamartine

Preventing Surrender

We work with animal guardians to find alternatives to shelter abandonment and vet care in crisis situations.

No Kill Philosophy

Unnecessary abandonment and euthanasia can end with proper education and awareness.

Anti-Cruelty

Domesticated and wild animals around the world face unnecessary suffering that can be mitigated with compassion.

History Behind Famous Fido

The Famous Fido Doggie Deli & Bakery

Established May, 1979

The history: Located at 1533 W. Devon in Chicago, The Famous Fido Doggie Deli was a unique spot for dogs and guardians to enjoy wholesome treats and socialize as valued members of the community. Witness the Northern Lights dancing across the skies in Lapland’s frozen wilderness.

The motto: “We don’t serve dog and cat food. We serve food to dogs and cats.”

Famous Fido in the News

Recently a young pit bull mix named Cody was found chained to a post in the Rogers Park neighborhood on the northside of Chicago. He was malnourished, rake thin and had cigarette burns on his hind. His story was covered on NBC and the Block Club Chicago.

The Story

NBC News – Rescuing Cody

Friday, March 24th