As I sit down to write this, I find myself feeling something close to disbelief. For me, and for so many people I know in rescue, the idea of giving up a beloved companion is almost incomprehensible. Our animals are family. They move with us, just like our children would. If we have a baby, we work harder on boundaries and training. If [...]
Lately, our phones have been ringing off the hook. And you’d think that would be a good thing - maybe it means more people are opening their hearts and homes to the animals who so desperately need them, right? But the reality couldn’t be more disheartening. Only about 2% of the calls we receive are from people inquiring about adoption. The rest? They're from [...]
It’s Christmas Eve. The day before families gather. Food is probably already being prepared, gifts are being wrapped, and holiday music is playing in the background. For most, it’s a time of joy and togetherness. But here at the rescue, our phones are still ringing. Our inboxes are still filling up. The messages we receive are not ones of holiday cheer, but heartbreaking pleas [...]
Animals are often our first companions, the ones who fill our homes with unconditional love long before the arrival of a new baby. Yet, time and again, we see animals abandoned, neglected, or surrendered because they suddenly seem like an inconvenience. They may find themselves displaced from the only family they’ve ever known, landing in already crowded shelters or, heartbreakingly, losing their chance to [...]
Have you ever looked into an animal’s eyes and seen trust, loyalty, even love staring back at you? Now ask yourself - what would you do to protect that trust? How far would you go to honor that bond? Being an advocate for animals means making a promise, a lifelong commitment to be there for them, no matter what. It’s not just feeding them, [...]
The Ultimate Betrayal is a heart-wrenching reality that happens all too often, especially to senior animals like Prince. Imagine giving your heart, your loyalty, your very best for years, only to be discarded when you’re most vulnerable. It’s a pattern we see again and again at the rescue, and it’s devastating - animals who’ve spent their entire lives trusting, loving, and depending on [...]
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 [...]
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 - [...]
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 [...]
It is with a mixture of relief and gratitude that we share the uplifting journey of Tino, a resilient feline who recently faced a harrowing ordeal. On September 25, Tino was struck by a car, left to endure pain and solitude on the unforgiving streets. Thankfully, a compassionate soul spotted him, acted swiftly, and rushed him to the vet, revealing internal injuries and a [...]
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