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 …

You’re Invited to FACE’s Free Webinar on Pet Cancer Awareness

Join us on Monday, June 29th from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. PDT for a free live webinar on pet cancer awareness and screening. Dr. David Proulx, a veterinary oncologist from VCA California Veterinary Specialists will discuss incidence of cancer in pets and the importance of early detection. Click HERE to register now for this free …

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. …

Meet FACE Success Story Rocky

Rocky is the beloved dog of a family that has had some financial ups and downs due to medical bills from a cycling hit and run accident, followed by COVID-19 related layoffs. When Rocky developed the serious spinal disorder intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), Rocky's family could not afford the surgery needed to prevent him from …