MISSION
To improve the quality of life for dogs living outdoors by removing chains, building fences, providing shelters, offering spay/neuter, and raising awareness about the physical, mental and emotional needs of dogs and why chaining a dog is inhumane and dangerous.
chopper
“As a community partner with Oregon Humane Society and Multnomah County Animal Services, we will help families better meet the needs of their dogs. Our first clients, Chopper and his family, are an example of the difference a fence can make. Fencing is better than long-term tethering —for dogs, their families and our communities. Fences for Fido invites families who need our services for their dogs to contact us." —Andrea Kozil, President, Fences for Fido
DOG-FRIENDLY FACTS WE SHOULD ALL KNOW
•Dogs suffer from boredom, stress, and loneliness on the end of a chain.
•Dogs are pack animals who want and need socialization and companionship.
•The Animal Welfare Act prohibits dog chaining as the primary means of confinement.
•The American Veterinary Medical Association warns that chaining a dog can contribute to aggressive behavior.
•The Centers for Disease Control states that chained dogs are 2.8 times more likely to bite than unchained dogs.