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At Famous Fido, we seek to engage issues of animal welfare locally and globally. Here we share information on animal care, finding homes for animals in crisis, and the rights of the animals we share the planet with.
Volunteers: The Rescue Heroes We Desperately Need
Volunteering in animal rescue is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a commitment that requires time, energy, and a heart ready to feel deeply. Here at Famous Fido Rescue, we are blessed to have a small, devoted team - people who have been with us every week, month after month, year after year. Their dedication and commitment are the bedrock of everything we do. Without [...]
Why Patience and Commitment Matter in Adoption
Adopting a rescue cat or dog is not just about adding an animal to your home - it’s about making a promise. It’s a commitment to love beyond initial moments of joy, to stand by a furry companion who may not yet know how to trust or love in return. Too often, rescue animals come to us with stories that break your heart - [...]
Why Rescues Need Your Help to Keep Going
Every day, at Famous Fido Rescue and countless other good rescues, we face gut-wrenching decisions. Animals come to us from every kind of heartbreaking situation: abandoned, neglected, scared, and in desperate need of medical care. Each one deserves a chance, and we want so much to be their advocate, their safety net, their hope. But the truth is, we can’t do it all alone. [...]
Lilly’s Miraculous Reunion: The Lifesaving Power of Microchips and Hope
The Importance of Microchipping and Keeping Your Pet’s Information Up to Date There is no greater relief than being reunited with a beloved companion who has gone missing, and a recent reunion at Famous Fido Rescue reminded us of the incredible importance of microchipping. (Upon intake, we checked Lilly's microchip which revealed a lot of information to make her reunion possible.) Meet Lilly [...]
Let’s Talk About The Ultimate Betrayal
THE ULTIMATE BETRAYALA MOVEMENT BY FAMOUS FIDO RESCUEIt’s a heartbreaking truth that far too many dogs and cats are abandoned, left to wonder why the love they once felt disappeared. Some were cherished for a fleeting moment - adopted or purchased on a whim, perhaps as a cute puppy or a kitten on Christmas morning. But when the novelty wore off, the effort to [...]
Blueface’s Story: The Impact of Interventions
At Famous Fido Rescue, every life saved is a story of hope, resilience, and the incredible power of community. Today, I want to share with you the remarkable journey of Blueface, a young pup whose life was saved thanks to the unwavering support of our donors and friends. A Desperate Call for Help Blueface, a sweet 3-year-old dog, found himself in a dire situation [...]