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Monday 5:45am - 6pm Tuesday 5:45am - 6pm Wednesday 5:45am - 6pm Thursday 5:45am - 6pm Friday 5:45am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 4pm Sunday 10am - 12pm 4pm - 6pm

Finishing Institute for Dog Ownership

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Finishing Institute for Dog Ownership

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Doggie Daycare
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Social Rehabilitation
Behavior Solutions Visit us to find out what everyone is barking about.

The Finishing Institute for Dog Ownership is a positive in-home canine training and full service pet care provider. www.fidofinishing.com

Find out why people and their pets choose F.I.D.O. for dog walking, pet sitting, training/behavior consultations and cage free boarding.

11/06/2026

FIDO 2.0 Update: We're making exciting progress, and FIDO 2.0 is officially taking shape!

🏗️ Footers and block foundation are complete!
🔨 Plumbing and framing are up next!

But one of the biggest milestones is what's happening beneath our feet. To help protect FIDO from future flooding, we've raised the property six feet, bringing in an incredible 5,300 tons of dirt! After everything we've been through, we're not just rebuilding FIDO. We're building it back stronger, safer, and ready for the future.

Thank you for continuing to cheer us on! 🐶

10/31/2026

We're missing Halloween at FIDO a little extra this year!

From silly costumes to spooky backdrops, we always loved celebrating Howl-o-ween with our FIDO friends! 👻 We're taking a trip down memory lane with some of our favorite Halloween photos from years past.

Now it's your turn! We'd love to see how your pups are celebrating this year. Share a photo of your dog's Halloween costume in the comments below! 📸🧡

10/22/2026

Socialization is SO much more than puppy playdates! When we think about socializing our dogs, we often picture them playing with other pups. But there's a lot more to it.

True socialization is about helping your dog feel comfortable and confident in the world around them. That includes:

🐶 Seeing other dogs without needing to say hello
👋 Meeting new people (or simply being comfortable around them)
🚗 Experiencing new sights, sounds, and environments
🐾 Exploring different surfaces, smells, and situations

The goal is to create positive experiences that help them navigate the world with confidence. And remember, every dog has their own comfort level. Take it slow, reward calm behavior, and celebrate the little wins.

10/17/2026

🐾❤️ HEY, FIDO FAMILY! WE MISS YOU! ❤️🐾

Come see us TODAY at Bark in the Park in Downtown Lancaster! 🐶🎉

📍 Downtown Lancaster, Ohio
🕛 Noon – 5:00 PM

We’re out here reconnecting with our amazing FIDO community and sharing some exciting plans for our GRAND REOPENING IN 2027! 🏡🐾

It’s been quite a journey since the flood, but we’re rebuilding bigger and better, and we cannot wait to welcome everyone home again! ❤️

Stop by, say hello, give us a hug, and get a sneak peek at what’s coming next for FIDO! 🐕🐾

We miss our furry friends and their humans more than words can say. We would LOVE to see you today!

The countdown to our comeback is ON! 🐾❤️

10/14/2026

Sometimes the best place for your pet while you’re away is right at home. 🏡🐾

FIDO’s in-home pet sitting is personalized around your pet’s routine, personality and needs, with feeding, fresh water, litter box care and plenty of attention included.

You enjoy your time away. We’ll make sure things at home are in good hands. ❤️

📞 Contact FIDO to learn more about availability and pricing.

10/07/2026

Come see us and get updates on our new build! We can’t wait to everyone’s smiling faces! 🐾😁♥️

10/07/2026

Leaving your pet behind shouldn't mean lowering your expectations for their care.

Great boarding is about more than a place to eat and sleep. It's having experienced people paying attention to how your pet is doing, understanding what helps them feel comfortable, and providing the right balance of activity, attention and rest.

Most importantly, boarding should give you confidence that your pet is safe, comfortable and genuinely cared for while you're away.

You expect a lot from the people caring for your pets. So do we. 🐾

10/01/2026

Life doesn't always make it easy to be everywhere you need to be.

Maybe you're working late. Maybe you're traveling. Maybe you have a long day ahead or simply need someone you trust to help care for your dog. That's where we come in. 🐾

While we continue building toward the next chapter of FIDO, we're still providing in-home pet-sitting and overnight services with our General Manager, Trinity Conrad.

Because even though our building is under construction, our commitment to caring for your dogs hasn't gone anywhere. Sometimes you just need an extra set of hands.

And sometimes, those hands need to give belly rubs. ❤️🐾

📞 Call 740-277-6022 for pricing and availability.

09/24/2026

Training isn't about forcing a dog to behave. It's about helping them understand what we want, building confidence, and creating a better relationship between dogs and their people. 🐾

At FIDO, our training philosophy is rooted in our extensive knowledge and experience with dogs and a scientifically supported positive approach.

That means using positive motivators like:
🐾 Food and toys
❤️ Praise and attention
🧠 Nose work and mental stimulation
🔔 Clickers and other positive training tools
🤝 Clear communication and consistency

We don't rely on fear, intimidation, dominance-based methods, or suppressive tools to get results. Instead, we focus on helping dogs learn through positive experiences and giving their people the knowledge and confidence to continue that learning at home.

Because the goal isn't just a better-behaved dog. It's a better understanding between dogs and the people who love them.

09/16/2026

Not every dog loves daycare. And that's okay. 🐾

Dogs have different personalities, energy levels, social preferences and comfort zones. A great pet care experience recognizes those differences instead of expecting every dog to fit the same routine.

That's why individualized care matters.

At FIDO, our approach has always been to meet dogs where they are, whether that means finding the right social group, giving them time to decompress, providing individual attention or simply recognizing when they need a break.

We adjust to the dog, not the other way around. Because the goal isn't to make every dog love daycare, it's to create an experience where each dog can feel safe, comfortable, engaged and happy. ❤️

Address

1951 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH
43130

Opening Hours

Monday	5:45am - 6pm
Tuesday	5:45am - 6pm
Wednesday	5:45am - 6pm
Thursday	5:45am - 6pm
Friday	5:45am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 12pm
	4pm - 6pm

Telephone

+17402776022

Website

http://www.fidofinishing.com/

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