Yo, suds up!

I would like to remind everybody about a great event Fort Fido has coming up... Partnering with The Soggy Doggy Dog Wash and SUNDogs, of University Place, The Fort is participating in the "Spruce Up Fido" Dog Wash fundraiser. It's going to be a blast, and we hope you'll all mark your calendars to attend.

It is on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Fort Fido Crew will be there to wash your pooch for you, or with you, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Normal Soggy Doggy wash rates will apply. All proceeds that The Soggy Doggy acquires, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, will be going to, and benefiting, the new off-leash dog park that the SUNDogs have in the works. When the Fort Fido hour begins, at 6:00 pm, all proceeds The Soggy Doggy takes in, will be donated to the SUNDogs, for the off-leash dog park project, on behalf of The Fort. Super cool!

For those that do not know, the current off-leash dog park, located on the Chambers Creek Properties, and "in" the golf course lol, has always been "temporary". It has basically been an experiment since its inception. Things have been going well with it over the past few years, so it looks like the people in charge will be allowing it to continue. So now it is time to get ourselves a permanent off-leash dog park spot! Which of course, requires some fundraising.

So please, come on down to The Soggy Doggy, December 3rd, anytime between 4:00 and 8:00 pm, to show your support for our cities off-leash dog park. We hope to see you there! Besides, it will be wayyy easier for you to let us wash Fido for you, or at least let us help you with the chore. It's never fun ending up like some of the canines and owners in this classic clip:

Hahaha!

Be well,

-Grant
P.S. Also, the UP Fire Department will be visiting with an engine that day, at 4:30 pm. At 5:30 pm, folks get a chance to meet up with University Place Council Member, Caroline Belleci... Last but not least, if you show up, you will receive a $2 off coupon for the ever-popular, Santa Paws Photo Shoot, happening on December 7th.

Lobby Petiquette

Checkout our new "Lobby Etiquette" signage. We put it up this last weekend, and it has some rather good tips for safety and control.

Here they are:

Do's

Do ask before approaching a dog.
Do keep your dog close by you at all times.
Do be mindful of your dog's conduct and whereabouts.
Do feel free to show us your dog's tricks for a treat.
Do remember that dogs are different "on leash".
Do remember to keep calm and use a mellow, "normal" voice when speaking to your or other customer's dogs.
Do lock your retractable leashes in order to maintain control.

Don'ts

Don't allow your dog to greet other dogs "on leash".
Don't allow your dog to make decisions - you are the one in charge.
Don't reward negative behavior.
Don't forget the power of the sit.

Thanks for studying on this stuff guys!

Take it easy,

-Grant

Video Clips

Here are a couple of clips highlighting some of the action from the large and medium areas this morning. This first video features Lucy the labradoodle and Brix the retriever, the next clip is of Summer and Buddy over in the big roll.










Take it easy,
-Matt

Ways to Include your furry friends in the Festivities

Thanksgiving dinner is a meal we all look forward to every year, so why not share that same joy with our canine pets without having to just let them lick our plates Haha.
 Here is a healthy way to let Fido enjoy that succulent turkey they are smelling!

 http://thebark.com/content/thanksgiving-dinner-dogs

this recipe is easy, quick and uses all the stuff you've already got around the house

Here is another cool recipe by food channel/The cooking channel star Rachel Ray

http://www.examiner.com/article/cooking-thanksgiving-dinner-for-your-dog

Have A great weekend, and remember: No matter what you feed Fido this holiday season, be sure to keep those turkey bones out of the picture!

 



As always, thanks for reading and be sure to check back next week!

 

-Ryan W.

- Georgie -

Take a gander at The Fort's newest member, Georgie! She is a ten month old, twenty-one pound, red and white colored, Boston Terrier. Now this little gal was eager to meet the pack. She did so with gusto, playing wholeheartedly in our Medium Roll. She's no stranger to canine socialization, this wasn't her first time at the rodeo lol. Georgie loves going to the dog-park, and has attended Dog Daycare regularly. Georgie is welcome to attend Fort Fido anytime, and we look forward to seeing her high-spirited self again.

Here's a clip of Miss Georgie in the thick of it, having a grand old time with Sahale, amongst several others.

Take it easy,

-Grant

The Handyman is in!

Meet Handy. He is a fun-loving, ten month old, seven pound, white colored, Maltese. This spunky little fellow, had his assessment in the Little Roll. Handy did very well, and was quite eager to experience his new surroundings. He is confident, courageous, and carries a large, likable personality. Handy made playmates out of the other pack members quickly and easily. It was a wonderful first day for Handy. He'll be a pleasure for us to have here at The Fort.

In the following clips, Handy gets to know Fort Fido regulars, Rusty and Buckwheat. The two were a perfect match-up for the Handyman.

Cheers,

-Grant

Here's a...

Belated, Happy Veteran's Day to you all. Thank you to those who have served, and a special thanks to all of our Fort Fido customers who have served, and are currently serving. Wishing you all the very best!

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A Veteran's Day for Vets and Dogs

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A Salute to War Vets & Service Pets

Be well,

-Grant