While the name "Fido" is synonymous with dogs, it actually means "trust" or "faithful" in Latin. The reason the name became popular is mainly credited to President Abraham Lincoln. A few years before he was elected president, he had named his dog Fido.
wow well i should be naming my future dogs fido as well
ReplyDeletenow thats really cool, the dog in the photo looks a bit uncomfortable,
ReplyDeletewell that's actually Abe Licoln's real dog Fido. 1 of the 2 surviving photos of the doggie.
DeleteVery fascinating fact Adam.
ReplyDeleteVery cool bit of trivia!
ReplyDeleteInteresting!
ReplyDeletenever knew that. good to know
ReplyDeletenever knew where it came from, nice to know.
ReplyDeleteNice!!!!)))))
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ReplyDeleteso cute! Dogs are the best.
ReplyDeleteAwesome old pic!
ReplyDeleteLove this pic and love the story!!
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