Understanding Fido

08/27/2025

08/26/2025

Happy National Dog Day! Who wants to share their dog-person origin story (classic blurry photos strongly encouraged!😄) Me first...

Though dog-obsessed from birth I'd say, I didn't technically get my first pup until I was 6 years old. Turns out, that was my Mom's dog, not mine...boy, those two were thick as thieves!

Then, 14 years later on a sunny day in May, 20 year old me decided to head over to the very rural, very full "pound", as it was obviously an excellent idea to bring home a 5 month old puppy to a "no pets allowed" rental without involving your 3 college roommates in the decision. (but hey, the condo was owned by my roommate's dad and she went and got a teeny puppy a couple days later, so well-thought out all around...)

I spent hours visiting with every single dog there, until I stumbled upon a piece of my heart in the very last kennel. She made it exceedingly clear that it was time to bust out of that joint, and boy oh boy did we end up with lots of stories to tell in our almost 14 years...and 6 states...together. ❤❤❤

08/21/2025

I'm choosing to get a little heavy here, for the greater good, in case this helps someone avoid this heartbreak...and helps put an end to this industry.. PLEASE do your research, and ask for guidance from trainers and vets if you're new to finding a puppy--- be it via rescue group or responsible breeding. Same day shopping at a strip mall store is not a good option....ever. And puppy "brokers" can talk a very good game, taking advantage of inexperienced folks just looking to add to the family. This place was 25 minutes up the road. 😔

North Carolina officials shut down Charlotte's Happy Puppy Universe after discovering sales of sick puppies and 11 deaths.

08/19/2025

It truly means so much when Fido Family members take time from their busy lives to tell others about their journey with us! THANK YOU!! 😊

08/08/2025

When Fridays are for new Fidos. 🥰

07/24/2025

How's this for a nice way to start your morning, Fido Family? So grateful for life on this magical farm and all the beautiful opportunities it affords all the species...especially the youngest among them. ❤

07/21/2025

The latest addition to your Fido Family.🥰

07/17/2025

Dear Fido Family, how do we continue to get cuter the more we grow?! 🥰

07/10/2025

The new trails we had cut around the property have definitely earned The Little Brown Dog Stamp of Approval. 🐾❤
So many fun future things I already have in mind for these trails...stay tuned Fido Family!

07/03/2025

Happy (early) Independence Day, Dear Fido Family! May you, and your Fidos, enjoy some of your very favorite festive things together---whatever that may be. Side note...sending out a huge thanks to all who will leave their families at home and work tirelessly to keep us safe while we celebrate. You are so very appreciated! ❤🤍💙

06/30/2025

Latest piece of evidence that the orange barn cat is actually a dog. Agility nationals on TV...who shows up to watch with me on a scorching Sunday afternoon? The "cat". I rest my case. (But check out that focus!!!)
Who did what fun things with their Fidos this weekend? (Real Fidos or those in a cat suit, tell us all about it, lol!)

06/04/2025

These dang invisible onions that I am nowhere near and not cutting.
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Way to go, Kiddo...and congrats to your family for raising such a special human. Please keep that kind heart.

Every adoption that we do is special. But sometimes there is one that just sticks out in the hearts of our staff. This is the case for Waylon’s adoption. ❤️

After waiting 95 days for someone to notice just how special he was, Waylon hit the JACKPOT. When Marvy came with her son to “just look around,” we knew instantly they were amazing adopters. Her son asked so many great questions not only about Waylon’s personality, but how to help him safe and healthy with heartworm prevention and microchips. Our staff were truly blown away by this young man.

And if that does not give you an insight into how prepared this young man was to adopt a dog, he even dressed up for the adoption! Just look at that fancy outfit! When asked why he dressed up, he simply replied that it was a “special occasion.” 🥹

Now Waylon is living his BEST life. He not only is spoiled (he has racked up quite the Petco and Amazon haul of new stuff lol) but he never leaves his new best friend’s side. From sharing a bed at night to hanging out with his new duck friends (yes, you read that correctly), Waylon and his new family were meant to be! 🥰

* Check out Waylon and Cai’s new social media on Instagram and TikTok: @ waylonandcai *