FACE Foundation Dogs, Financial Assistance, Pets, Success Stories

Meet FACE Success Story Tinker Bell

This sweet little face belongs to Tinker Bell!  Recently Tinker Bell began showing signs of pain and she stopped eating.  Her veterinarian suspected pancreatitis. Unfortunately, Tinker Bell's family has been stuggling through these difficult times and had to file for bankruptcy.  They were unable to afford the costs associated with a proper diagnosis or treatment. … Continue reading Meet FACE Success Story Tinker Bell

FACE Foundation Cats, Dogs, Education, Pets

The Benefits of Veterinary Telehealth Appointments

Has your veterinarian expanded her practice to include telehealth visits?  Many vets are now using technology to accommodate the need for remote veterinary services.  Is it worth scheduling a telehealth visit for your pet? According to the American Animal Hospital Association, telehealth visits can be helpful in a variety of situations.  They include: Consultations about … Continue reading The Benefits of Veterinary Telehealth Appointments

FACE Foundation Dogs, Education, Pets

Study Finds Large, Long-Limbed Dog Breeds have Higher Risk for Bone Cancer

  A large-scale study of the veterinary health records of over 1750 dogs in the UK has identified breed risk factors for the development of osteosarcoma, a painful and aggressive bone tumor in dogs. While previous studies have shown that larger dogs are more at risk than smaller dogs, this retrospective study identified some breed-specific … Continue reading Study Finds Large, Long-Limbed Dog Breeds have Higher Risk for Bone Cancer