Ridiculous History
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The Presidential Reason Fido Became the Default Name for a Generic Dog
37 minutes Posted Jun 12, 2018 at 10:17 am.
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If you're like most English speakers, the first thing you think of when you hear the name "Fido" is, of course, a dog. But why? Join Ben and Noel as they delve into the story of Abraham Lincoln's favorite pooch, and how this little yellow pup became one of the first dog memes.

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