Lincoln's Dog Fido

[Liz Rosenthal]

So I was right! The dog-name Fido *did* originate with Lincoln! Just as I thought, the psychologist who wrote the article said that "Fido" is a generic dog-name even though no one names his or her dog Fido.

I'm very excited by this.

I'm also excited by Bill's revelation that Lincoln coined the term "Michigander." I love it!

(03-20-2013 03:19 PM)Linda Anderson Wrote:  

(03-20-2013 11:09 AM)Liz Rosenthal Wrote:  I have what may be a very stupid, silly or inconsequential question.

So what about "Fido"? Can this name be added to the list?

Liz, I don't think that it's a silly question at all. Psychology Today has an article on Fido in which Mary is blamed for Fido being left behind.

"Why Are Dogs So Frequently Called 'Fido'"?

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/cani...alled-fido