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	Podcast:		Ridiculous History
	Episode:		The Presidential Reason Fido Became the Default Name for a Generic Dog
	Category:		Society & Culture
	Duration:		00:40:41
	Publish Date:		2018-06-12 12:17:00
	Description:		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. Learn more about advertising on the HowStuffWorks podcasts at www.howstuffworks.com/advertisers.htm And to learn about your ad choices when listening to podcasts, visit https://www.howstuffworks.com/privacy.htm#ad-choices
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