FIDO - Fellowship in the Interest of Dogs and their Owners

08/19/2026

Found Dog

“Hi! I am looking for the owner of this gentleman dog. He is a tan and white un-neutered male. Approximately 20 lbs. he seems young but knows “sit” and is mostly house trained. Appears to be a terrier mix. Very very attached to people and very playful. He was found loose, no collar, in Windsor Terrace on Sunday night August 16th. He has no microchip. He has been staying with neighbors while we look for an owner. Now at my home in Windsor Terrace. I’m wondering if he might have run from somewhere in the park on Sunday evening? I can be contacted anytime at 202-680-8069.

Liz”

08/17/2026

According to the FDA, Oma’s Pride of Avon, Connecticut, is voluntarily recalling one lot of its Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe. The company operates under Miller Foods, Inc.

The affected food was sold frozen in a six-pound stand-up pouch containing 12 individually wrapped, eight-ounce portions. The lot number is BB012729, with a best-by date of January 27, 2029, and a UPC of 8 7938400145 9. The item number is F-WOOFC-6. That best-by date, sitting three years out, is exactly why the FDA is urging owners to dig through their freezers now instead of assuming an old recall still isn’t in the back.

08/09/2026

08/05/2026

Celebrate August Coffee Bark

Come one come all and bring your four footed canine friends.

When: Saturday August 8th
Where: Just below the Picnic House, Long Meadow
Time: 7:30–9:30am

Fido In Prospect Park continues to provide you free coffee, bagels and dog biscuits as a tribute to our off-leash community. Always the first Saturday of every month.

Ask how to Volunteer/Sign Up for our Sunday/Monday morning park clean up program. Have your picture taken for next year’s calendar……

08/04/2026

Found Dog
“Hi, Everyone -- our team in the park brought to my attention a lost dog that was found in the park (see photo attached). The Urban Park Rangers brought the dog to the ACC Queens, and we hoped you could get the word out to your network.”

07/27/2026

Reminder
August Coffee Bark will take place on Saturday August 8th this year.
See you then.

07/22/2026

☀️🐾 You’re invited to F.I.D.O.’s Summer Mixer!

Join us for a FREE afternoon of fun at Franklin Park! Meet fellow dog lovers, enjoy mixer games, raffles, prizes, food & drink specials, and dog treats in a relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere.

🐶 Dogs are welcome—but not mandatory! Everyone is invited.

📅 Saturday, August 15
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 Franklin Park
618 St. John’s Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238

🎟️ RSVP through the link in our bio or directly on Eventbrite: http://bit.ly/4wfyYrd

Bring a friend, bring your pup (if you’d like!), and come celebrate summer with the F.I.D.O. community. We can’t wait to see you there!

🐾

07/08/2026

Celebrate July Coffee Bark

Come one come all and bring your four footed canine friends.

When: Saturday July 11th
Where: Just below the Picnic House, Long Meadow
Time: 7:30–9:30am

Fido In Prospect Park continues to provide you free coffee, bagels and dog biscuits as a tribute to our off-leash community. Always the first Saturday of every month.

Ask how to Volunteer/Sign Up for our Sunday/Monday morning park clean up program. Have your picture taken for next year’s calendar

Come meet our July Sponsors
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Lisa Deneau
Once Upon A Tail Photography

Brooklyn-based dog photographer creating relaxed, natural portraits that capture your dog’s unique personality – and the bond you share.

Her photograph He Chose Me was selected as a finalist in the AKC Museum of the Dog’s 2026 Art Competition, on exhibit at 101 Park Ave (40th Street at Park Avenue) from July 16 through September 27. Museum visitors can vote for Best in Show from July 16 through September 16.
https://www.onceuponatailphotography.com
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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Park Slope
https://woofgangbakery.com/pages/locations/park-slope

We’re your neighborhood pet boutique, offering top rated grooming and a curated selection of treats, toys, and essentials. Known for our spa level care and custom barkday cakes, we make every pup look, feel, and celebrate their best.

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Meet Ask The Vet
From Windsor Terrace Veterinarians.

Windsor Terrace Veterinarians is a Brooklyn-based clinic offering comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery (spay/neuter), and grooming, with a focus on compassionate, clear communication from vets like Dr. Nagy Nasr.

They provide in-house lab work and X-rays, and have boarding facilities, though booking ahead is recommended. Reviews highlight the staff's kindness, knowledge, and ability to handle anxious pets, making it a solid choice for routine and more involved care.
718-431-8950

Book a dog grooming appointment at our Park Slope location today, or visit our store for all of your pet's needs.

07/06/2026

https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/pedigree-voluntarilly-recalls-two-lots-of-high-protein-chopped-chicken-duck-flavor-canned-wet-dog-food/?utm_source=aweber&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dog-food-recall-alert

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

06/23/2026

Hot Weather Tips.......

Sidewalk Hot Foot
While waiting to cross the street during a blistering hot afternoon, I looked down at my big guy and asked him: "Are your paws getting burned?" He promptly lifted one hind foot up and shook it...

Moral of the story?

Don't wait to ask - bend down and touch the pavement and see how hot it is! Cement pavement takes a while to heat up but black asphalt road surfaces get toasty in no time at all.

Tips from our Members...

Over 90 degrees and climbing? Consider leaving them inside.

Bring Water
According to Newsweek (?) a dog needs one ounce of water per pound of weight on hot days. That's 32 oz per quart! Bring a water bottle with a heavy duty re-sealable cap that's pretty much "tooth proof".

Another aside: While making Therapy Dog rounds at the Brooklyn VA, I encountered a former dog handler, a Viet Nam Vet, who spoke of helicoptering in with dogs on combat missions. Each handler carried a huge backpack that contained nothing but water for the dog - heat and the dubious nature of local streams posing a major health hazard. But the dogs served so well, that when the water ran low, they were immediately medevaced out by chopper.

Keep on the shady side of the street... "Always in the shady side" - as the song goes....

Cool off at the Dog Beach or take a swim in the Lake from the Peninsula during off-leash hours. Note there are different opinions floating around as to how healthy the water is to swim in and drink so ask around. Most dogs survive quite nicely.

Ice cubes in water bowls really help beat the hot weather. Beware it is quite messy on wood floors!

Lyme Disease
If your dog travels outside of Prospect Park to areas known to be infested with Lyme ticks you should use preventive measures. Popular commercial products are Frontline or better yet, Advantix II in conjunction with a Preventik collar.

Leptospirosis
Drinking from small standing pools of water is a big NO, NO for doggie: leptospirosis, a disease caused by Leptospira bacteria in rat, possum or raccoon urine, can result in severe illness, even death among dogs. It is generally not directly passed from pet to pet nor from pet to person though humans can contract the disease from the same source. There is a vaccination - ask your vet

Shade your rest areas
Blocking the sun while allowing cool breezes to keep on blowing is a beautiful thing using Aluminet Cooling coats for your dog. Wet the coat down and you'll be able to feel the wicking action that keeps your dog cool, as long as the coat stays wet. Hey, if these are good enough for superstar Agility competitors, then they're certainly fine for the streets of Brooklyn!

Finally
DON'T Leave your dog in a locked car. Note: Police will issue tickets quickly for leaving dogs in cars for good reason. If the magnified heat of the car doesn't kill your dog within a short time, it will certainly cause a very expensive series of vet bills.

Don't leave your dog tied up outside while you shop - you never know how long it will take.

In fact it's not a great idea to leave your dog unattended in a front area-way or tied to a parking meter. They can get teased by passing school children; worst of all stolen by professionals who sweep in with a van and leash cutter. Your dog is gone in ten seconds. It's like leaving a $2000 road bike leaning against a parking meter without a locking device. Whether you get your dog back depends on what they have in mind. Some will wait for the reward posters to go up and happen to "find" your dog. Others? People steal them to sell to unscrupulous laboratories.