I just signed up to participate in the 7th Annual Walking For Dreams 5K walk on Sunday, May 23rd. This walk is a fundraiser in which walkers raise pledges to support their favorite organization.
I will be walking for F.I.D.O. (Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside). FIDO is an organization that works to improve the quality of life for Indianapolis dogs that are forced to live outdoors. There are leash laws in our city that many are unaware of and may be in violation of. FIDO works with Animal Care and Control to make citizens aware of these laws and to help them to learn how to humanely contain and care for their pets.
Got a dollar for a dog? Any amount of support would be greatly appreciated and it's easy to donate:
Credit card donations can be made here
I can also accept cash, checks and payments via paypal (account: kellyann72@comcast.net )
Kira says 'thank you'
What's wrong with keeping a dog chained outside?(the below is taken from http://www.fidoindy.org/ )
It is illegal in Indianapolis
Since January 1, 2007, a city ordinance has declared it unlawful to chain or tether a dog between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m., or to chain or tether an un-sterilized dog. Please see Article IV. Care and Treatment; Sec. 531-401.
It's unkind
Dogs are social, pack animals. They want nothing more than to be part of a family. Chaining causes intense loneliness and boredom for them. Continuous chaining is like being sentenced to life imprisonment - with no chance for parole.
It is dangerous
Numerous studies show that a chained dog is up to three times more likely to bite. Dog attacks have become a serious problem in Indy.
Owners have better options
At FIDO, our motto is "Unchain - but contain." We understand that most owners want to do what's right for their families, their dogs, and their neighborhood. FIDO can help owners bring their dogs inside and make them part of their family. We offer advice on house training and behavior modification. We also can arrange for free spaying or neutering (which results in a better-behaved pet). FIDO also can show dog owners how to contain and enjoy their dogs outside without continuous chaining. A yard with a sturdy fence and a cozy doghouse is so much better than constant chaining! So is regular playtime and exercise. Even an overhead trolley line is better than constant chaining.
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To learn more about F.I.D.O., how you can help and city ordinances, visit http://www.fidoindy.org/
