Powered by volunteers. Built with love. We show up for dogs and families who need a helping hand—creating safe spaces, connecting families to care, and bringing people together through kindness and compassion.
Fences For Fido began in 2009 by unchaining dogs and building fences. Over the years, we’ve learned that the barriers families face are often bigger than a fence.
In communities across the Pacific Northwest, we meet families doing their best with what they have – sometimes without access to the basic resources their dogs need to be safe and healthy.
Chaining is rarely a choice; it can be a last resort. That’s where we step in. Through our Circle of Care, we provide free, compassionate support that can include safe fencing, shelter, veterinary care, and supplemental pet food – helping dogs live safer, healthier lives with the families who love them.
Know a dog who is living on a chain, tether, or in a small enclosure? Learn how Fences For Fido may be able to help.
Join a fence build, help with outreach, or support the mission through one of many volunteer opportunities.
Your gift helps us say YES – to fences, shelter, veterinary care, pet food, and the ongoing support families sometimes need.
Share Fences For Fido’s story, attend events, and help more people learn about the work being done in communities.
“Fences For Fido changed my dog’s life and my life. I never knew how unhappy he was on a chain. Chopper is the happiest dog in the world! We spend lots more time together now!
Never again a chain!”
When Buck received his very own fence, his mom introduced herself to our team, beaming with love: “Hi, I’m Buck’s mom.” No title is more important than that.
Thank you to Fences For Fido for everything you do (for Big). You are all truly angels. It’s been very rough financially the last 3 months.
You guys are angels. Thank you so much. As soon as you left, I just started crying. I told my daughter this is why you always be the best person you can be because angels will find you.