- In memory of Athena -

Yesterday we received the very unfortunate news that, Athena, long time Fort Fido regular, passed away. Sadly, Athena had health issues from the very beginning of her life, which compounded as she got older. Despite this, she was one amazing and active dog that attended The Fort for many years. You would never know she had health issues if you met her.

Athena was a Great Dane, and a high-energy one at that! Having a large and fun-loving personality, she took on any and all canines that would befriend her. Some of her best buds were Finn and Theodore. Her play style was surprisingly fast furious, especially for being such a big girl. She loved coming to Doggie Daycare, and we are quite proud to have been a part of her life, and specifically, one of many parts that she truly enjoyed. Rest in peace friend,

-Grant, David, Nancy & all of the Fort Fido staff.

Please follow THIS LINK, then begin to scroll down (past this post), for pictures, video clips, and all blog posts related to Miss Athena. definitely check it out, there is some great stuff.

Also, as always, I like to post a link to The Rainbow Bridge Poem when these heart wrenching events occur. The poem can be appreciated by most, and helpful for some.

P.S. In other, not sad news, our Soggy Doggy Event is these evening. Be sure to swing by and say hello!

Video Clips!

Hot off today's reel!

From the Medium Roll:

Shepherd Time! Featuring Bess and Kingsley.

Pancake gets down with them too!

Also, we had a whole lot of long-time pals, Lucy & Gracie, ripping it up today.

In the Big Roll:

We had some "Golden Boys", Finn & Jack, becoming the best of friends.

There was  a wee bit of "Dane Love" happening as well... You know, the love affair that is, Athena & Theodore.

Upstairs in the Little Roll, they were not to be outdone! This clip features a small cross section of today's fun-filled events.

Be well,

-Grant

Gallant Gage

Gage is a strikingly handsome, three year old, seventy-five pound, brindle & white colored, Boxer. This well mannered guy stayed in The Fort's Big Roll this morning. Gage is a very nice and well behaved dog. Although he didn't play a lot, he did interact with various members of the pack. We will chalk this day up to a "warmup" for Gage. We are almost certain that he will begin to play more, given time. Gage is without a doubt welcome to come to Fort Fido. Hopefully, we will get to know him even better.

Unfortunately, this clip isn't Gage in action. However, it does show pup Great Dane Theodore having tons of fun with "Big Woman" Athena. You can spot Gage in the background though! :)



Take care,

-Grant

2 Good Clips & A Funny!

Here we have Abby, Lucy and Walter runnin a muck! :)



In this second clip, we show our buddy Finn lovin them Great Dane ladies (Athena and Bella).



For the funny, Rainier's Mom Joyce sent me this clip, Breakfast with Giner, hahaha good one, kinda creepy!

Cheers,

-Grant

2 good pairs

Barkley and Sofee were found having a blast in the Medium Roll. Athena and Mcgee were found doing the same in the Big Roll! Many good pairings today. :)

Great doggie info for the upcoming summer months can be found here.

Have a nice day!

-Grant

Double Dane Love

Here's a clip of our two Great Dane gals Athena and Bella taking advantage of "Nap Time" hahaha!



Take care,

-Grant

Athena & Kitty Cuddle

Athena's owner Michelle sent me some great pics of Athena (a Great Dane) and her kitty, check them out!

Take it easy,

-Grant
P.S. If you have any digital pictures of your Fort Fido dog send them to me and I'll post them on the blog! grant@fortfido.com

Chase me games

Just a little clip from this morning... The young German Shepherd Hektor having some fun with Athena the Great Dane!



Cheers,

-Grant

They're Massive!

Stumbled upon this article today... It will be neat to see if he gets the
new record. Boomer has to beat this guy Gibson (above) for the title of worlds tallest dog. Holly cow, we thought Astro and Athena were big!

Here is a clip of Athena mixing it up with her boyfriend, a striking yellow lab named Finn. I guess opposites do attract lol. Athena is a sweetheart, even if she happens to be the most rambunctious Great Dane we have ever come across.



Cheers,

-Grant

P.S. It was Finn's second Birthday yesterday. Happy birthday Finny, stay outta these now!