FIDO, the Foundation for Invested Dog Ownership, is a pilot program, created by a group of devoted shelter volunteers.  The program targets at-risk dogs whose behavior presents an obstacle to their adoption, teaches them different, more acceptable behaviors and then teaches the owners how to reinforce those behaviors in their homes.

FIDO dogs are screened for temperament and considered to be socially well-balanced with people and other dogs. These are dogs that with a little bit of training will be ready for a lifetime of love and companionship!

Our goal is to find that perfect match between the dog and the adopter.  We don't finalize the adoption until the adopter is 100% sure their FIDO dog is the perfect dog for them.

FIDO dogs are lovingly cared for and trained by our talented instructors.  The dogs get training, exercise and cuddle time every day.  They are spayed or neutered, have had rabies shots and all other immunizations including bordetella.  They are bathed and groomed and fed nutritious dog food.  

When a dog comes into the FIDO program, he or she gets the best possible care we can give it, short of taking it home.  We leave that detail to all of our wonderful adopters..

We are located in Spokane, Washington at the Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service, a.k.a. SCRAPS.