Fido's City Guide

September 17 Event in Portland to Benefit Pet Partner Teams

Delta Society, a non-profit organization promoting and serving therapy animal teams, has announced it will host a fundraiser dinner, auction and dance Saturday, September 17, at The Nines, one of Portland’s premier downtown hotels.

 Kim Singer, former news anchor, will be the emcee for “One Bond-One World: Framing the Connection.”  She will be joined by special guest Dr. Aubrey H. Fine, author and columnist for Dog Fancy Magazine and

Attention! All Dogs on Deck, on the deck of the On Deck Sports Bar and Grill. While dogs are always welcome on the dog friendly deck, the third Wednesday of each month, On Deck hold special dog event. Each month during the summer, the dog events features a different theme.… Continue reading

SURFSAND RESORT HOSTS 14TH ANNUAL DOG SHOW ON THE BEACH
Pooches in Cannon Beach raise funds for Clatsop County Animal Shelter

Cannon Beach, Ore. — The Surfsand Resort welcomes friendly canine competition with its 14th Annual Dog Show on the Beach, held Saturday, October 15th, on the resort’s seaside backyard.  Pooches from around the Northwest and beyond will compete for top honors in various categories including Oldest Looking Dog, Best Frisbee Catch, Cutest Puppy, Best Bark and Owner Look-alike. A complete itinerary is listed below… Continue reading

This annual race is produced by Terrapin Events and DoveLewis has been selected as the beneficiary recipient this year. No dog necessary. Just bring yourself or some friends and take part in one of the coolest events around, in one of Portland’s most amazing parks! Great music, tasty beer and yummy food after the event!

Mt. Tabor Park in Portland (Picnic area A near the bathrooms / amphitheater)
Saturday, July 30, 2011

Mt. Tabor Park in Portland (Picnic area A near the bathrooms / amphitheater)

Saturday, July 30, 2011

8:30AM-2:00PM

8:30AM Registration and packet pickup… Continue reading

STAM has been producing grain-free dog treats commercially since 2007. We started out as others do – in a shared commercial kitchen. In 2009, we moved into our own dedicated bakery in Wood Village; and not a day too soon.

We have two dogs: Sammy big boy and Princess Stella cookie pants (shown left). Sam has no allergies and Stella is allergenic to just about everything. We couldn’t find treats suitable for Stella so we started making our own. We would share our extras with friends and soon after, STAM was born. We don’t have baking backgrounds so we… Continue reading

As a Diva Dog I’m always ready to be seen at any event anywhere,  however there is one event I’d much rather miss out on completely.  The fourth of July Fireworks.  Once the sun goes down and the fireworks start,  I want to be curled up and sound asleep in my own safe bed.

Fourth of July Fireworks can be very frightening to dogs,  the loud noises the bright flashes of light,  even the smell can make us nervous.    More dogs are lost on July 4th than any other day of the year.  To keep your dog safe and … Continue reading

Fido and Lady are starting to think about what they would like to do for a vacation this summer.  They are looking for great pet friendly vacation ideas, dog friendlyy places to go,  things to do.  They will be looking for pet friendly hotels and restaurants.  They will be sharing all the information they come up with you over the next month,  so keep watching for great pet friendly vacation idea, on the Oregon Coast, and Northwest cities like Portland,  Salem  and Seattle.

A weekend in Licoln City for the Mutt Masters Dog Show is… Continue reading

Spring is finally here,  and we are starting to get sunny days to play in the dog park.  It's the time of year when life can get busy for a dog.  Lots of events,  parks to play in and things to smell.

The biggest pet event of the year are coming  May 7 &8,  NW Pet & Companion Fair,  at the Portland Expo Center.  You won't want to miss this show. Stop by the FidosCityGuide Workshop Stage for lots of fun demos and informative information.

On Saturday May 14th you will want to check out the Pet

There is so much going on right now.  We are getting ready for the NW Pet & Companion Fair May 7 and 8.  Fido is looking forward to the Wild Child Pet Fashion Show at the fair,  and Lady is all excited about the k-9 Nose Work Demo,  since her visit to the Nose Work Trials.

Everyone is really worried about Japan,  and making an effort to help.  Castor and Pollux is sending pet food to help out the pets.

There's just way to much to talk about here,  be sure to check out the… Continue reading

Dogs love any excuse to give kisses,  so Valentines is a natural for them.  There are lots of Doggie Valentine Parties and Photo oportunties this month so be sure to check them out at Fido's Event Calendar

Unsinkable Dogs

Fido and Lady go swimming

Option to purchase the land for the Potso Dog Park Secured!

Tigard to buy the land for the Potso Dog Park

OHS rescues dogs in Canby

Drop of supplies to help these dogs at any Lexi Dog location

DOGPAW opens new park

Grand Opening Feb. 19

Painted Pit Bull Project

Raising… Continue reading

2011 is starting off with a bang for us dogs,  so many great events and new things happening.   Did you enter this months photo contest to win Evanger's Dog food yet.  Enter now

What's New for January at Fido's

It’s Me or the Dog Host Victoria Stilwell to Visit Salem

Tell us about your favorite dog friendly vacation

O'DIG Makes treats to help build a dog park

Dog Food Bank in need of donations

Have you seen me,  a tale of a lost dog

Furry Speed Dating

Check out who is new