Rufus & Blue

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of meeting Rufus. She is a two-year-old, fifteen-pound, Beagle. Rufus joined the Small Dog Program here at the Fort, where she enjoyed mingling with the other dogs. She is welcome back anytime.

Blue came in for his assessment this morning. He is a one-year-old, seventy-four-pound, Treeing Walker Coonhound. Blue had a great first day at the Fort. He spent the morning exploring the Large Dog Program, and playing with Abby and Sergeant Major. We look forward to seeing him again soon.

Have a great weekend,
- Gary

Leo

   

  My heart strings were definitely pulled this morning when I saw this little cutie walk through our doors. Meet, Leo! He's a Miniature Schnauzer that's only eleven weeks old and weighs three pounds. This fierce little guy trotted up to our Puppy Program with lots of confidence and curiosity. He showed wonderful "dog speak" as he mingled with his new playmates and sniffed around his new surroundings. 

Check out this video to see him in action, meeting and greeting everyone. 

He also took a great liking to one of The Fort's regulars, Rusty.

As you can see, this little pup had a great first day today. I am very much looking forward to watching him grow, and seeing him return for more daycare fun! Have a good day everyone, try to stay nice and cool!

~Shaunte

Running Links

 

Heard enough about the Rio Olympics? Then check out some very cute stars during the "2016 Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals at Los Alamitos" below!

 
In other news, check out some of these cool links too.

Some good summer safety tips for your dog and you
http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/30/health/pets-dog-safety-summer/

The Houston World Series of Dog Shows with many different dogs looked like fun
http://www.houstonpress.com/slideshow/lots-of-love-at-the-houston-world-series-of-dog-shows-8599999

New York heats up, dogs cool down
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/25/nyregion/keeping-new-york-dogs-cool-as-the-city-heats-up.html?_r=0

There is a new App out called "Pooper", you can have someone else pick up after your dogs business is done
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/07/22/so-it-has-come-to-this-an-app-that-finds-someone-to-pick-up-your-dogs-poop/

This dog wanted to go for a ride, on a horse!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3706756/Horsing-Bizarre-footage-captures-moment-astonished-motorist-spots-DOG-riding-horse-road.html

Hope that you enjoyed the video and links! =)
- Zach

Pirat Heart

This adorable girl came in for her assessment bright and early yesterday. She is a ten-year-old, twelve-pound, Miniature Dachshund. Pirat Heart joined the Small Dog Program here at the Fort, where she enjoyed mingling with the others. She did a great job, and is welcome back anytime. We look forward to seeing her again soon.

Have a great weekend,
- Gary

Lucy & Latte

  This little cutie trotted her way into our Small Dog Program early Tuesday morning. As you can see, Lucy is quite the looker. She's a seven month old, five pound Pomeranian mix. Lucy was somewhat shy at first but as her assessment process continued throughout the morning, she seemed to come out of her shell and showed her true energetic self, hanging amongst her new doggie friends.

  Latte was today's assessment and she passed with flying colors. Unlike Lucy, Latte is not a puppy. She's a twelve year old Labrador Retriever that weighs seventy pounds. Latte doesn't let her age defy her energy though. She kept up with the younger dogs and even made a few new friends. It looks like that energetic personality trait is something that her and Lucy have in common.

  What's nice about Fort Fido is that whether your dog is big or small, young are old, we have a specific program for them. All good and healthy dogs are welcome here! We don't let age get in the way. Have a wonderful evening everyone.
~Shaunte

Pup Fun

Today we have some cute faces and playful times to enjoy.

Check out Brix and Verbena rocking it out in our Large Dog Program =)

Beckett

 J.J.

 Maisy

 Remy

 Sully (Left) & Oliver (Right)

 Tucker

Hope you enjoyed the video & pics!

- Zach

Pietro

This morning we had the pleasure of meeting Pietro. He is a very energetic fourteen-year-old, fifteen-pound, Chihuahua/Terrier Mix. Pietro joined our Small Dog Program and had a great first day. He spoke very good dog, and enjoyed mingling with the others. He has a lot of energy for an older dog, and definitely doesn't act his age. He is welcome back anytime. We look forward to seeing him again soon.

Have a great weekend,
- Gary