Meet FACE Success Story Chops!

Don’t let that serious face fool you! With a nickname like “Grumpy Sunshine” you can bet this 8 year old kitty has a sweet and playful personality. Recently, Chops began showing signs of a urinary tract problem.  His family took him to San Diego’s Veterinary Specialty Hospital, where it was found that he needed surgery …

Meet FACE Success Story Chiquita!

Meet Chiquita…a cute and playful 6 month old Chihuahua!  Chiquita recently got herself into a lot of trouble when she accidentally ingested a dangerous number of anti-inflammatory pills.  She needed immediate hospitalization and hands-on care to save her life. Unfortunately, Chiquita’s critical veterinary care was more than her family could afford.  With the help of …

Report: How Covid Has Impacted Pet Ownership

The American Pet Products Association has published a new report called Covid-19 Pulse Study: Pet Ownership During the Pandemic.  This study examines the ways the pandemic has influenced how we care for our pets. See the APPA’s website to find out how to obtain a copy of the full report.  In the meantime, here are …

Meet FACE Success Story Melody!

Melody’s family began to notice that something was wrong with their cat.  She started hiding and showing signs of stomach pain.  They took her to the vet and X-rays showed that she had ingested a foreign object…string. Melody needed emergency surgery to save her life, but her family was waiting for unemployment benefits to start, …

Meet FACE Success Story Teddy!

Teddy is an adorable Schnauzer-Poodle mix.  His dad Christopher adopted him from the El Cajon Animal Shelter when he was a puppy. Recently, Teddy began to experience a swollen, painful mouth.  His vets at the Bastet Veterinary Hospital told Christopher that Teddy had severe periodontal disease and required surgery to deal with several infected and broken teeth. …