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Calling all Cat Lovers: Tour the world famous Cats' House!

You’ve seen it on HGTV and Animal Planet.  You’ve read about them in People Magazine and Cat Fancy.  Now on April 17^th & 18^th you will have the rare opportunity to meet the creative minds behind “The Cats’ House,” and tour their world famous crazy, kooky cat cottage. The Foundation for Animal Care and Education (FACE) is happy to present “A Cats’ House Benefit.”

 

We will kick off this unique fundraiser with a special preview evening that will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 17^th. This magical house really lights up at night and the cats are sure to entertain you with their antics. You will get a behind-the-scenes tour and special signed print to take home. Tickets for Saturday evening are $30 per person and $50 for a couple.

 

The Cats’ Open House and book signing will take place from 1 - 4 p.m, Sunday, April 18^th. Admission is $5. Children 5 and younger  receive free admission.

 

What began as a scratching column/room divider for Bob and Frances’ feline family has expanded to include 140 feet of overhead catwalk and hundreds of other fantastic cat-related features. The Northaven Avenue home has become an international sensation and has drawn film and print crews to document the cats’ elevated lifestyle. Bob and Frances haven’t opened their home to the public since 1996.  Back then, over 900 visitors toured the home in four hours, so we anticipate another outpouring of curious cat lovers! 

 

Event proceeds benefit the FACE Foundation. This event will be at the Cats’ House, located at 5010 Northaven Ave in San Diego, CA.“The Cats’ House Benefit” is open to the public.  

To Purchase Tickets, please click on the donate tab and enter the amount for the total number of tickets you would like to purchase.  In the notes box please indicate how many tickets you are purchasing and for which day.  

If you have any questions or for more information please call the FACE Foundation at (858) 450-3223.  

Watch the Tree of Life Grow...and honor your pet today!

Our artist has been working for nearly a week and the mural is coming to life!

This community project will allow you to honor or memorialize your pet on the Tree of Life mural. There are several ways to participate:

-Leaves can be personalized with the name of your pet for a $150 donation to the FACE Foundation. Please indicate that your donation is for the Tree of Life and provide the name of your pet.

-Or contact FACE representatives to have your pet painted into the coastal scenery.

-Additionally, we will be offering hand-painted portraits of your pet. Our artist can produce a lovely painting of your pet from a photograph... More details to come soon!

For more information, click here or contact FACE at 858-450-3223 or admin@face4pets.org.

Celebrate your pet's unconditional love

Now you can honor the life of your pet, or memorialize the life of a pet who has passed by adding their name or likeness to our beautiful Tree of Life mural! This unique 53 ft. mural will soon be "growing" at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital (see photo of existing wall).

There are several ways to show your love:

• An artist will paint 500 leaves on the tree, each honoring or memorializing a special pet. Leaves can be personalized for a $150 donation to the FACE Foundation that will help save the life of a beloved family pet. Please contact us to reserve your space today!
• Ten pet owners can feature their pet in the mural. Two pet owners have already reserved spaces... This unique opportunity won't last long, so contact us immediately to include your pet in the mural! As part of the mural, your pet will be painted running, resting or playing in a Southern California coastal landscape. Each owner whose pet is featured in the mural will also receive a portrait of their pet to take home!
• Additionally, we will be offering hand-painted portraits of your pet. Our artist can produce a lovely painting of your pet from a photograph... More details to come soon!

FACE Featured on CBS News

On November 30, the FACE Foundation received a frantic call from Deanna Lee.  Her cat, Coco,  swallowed part of a Christmas ornament.  Not just a family pet, Coco was the best friend and confidante of Lee's 7-year-old autistic son.  The heartfelt story was picked up by several news stations.  Click here to watch CBS' video, highlighting the dangers of the holidays to pets, as well as the bond between humans and animals. 

E-Cards Are The Gift That Keeps On Giving

Searching for the perfect gift?  Then look no further than our new e-cards.  Show someone you care about them (and animals) by making a donation to FACE in their name.  In return, they'll receive a beautiful electronic card with a picture of one of the animals we've saved, along with a personalized message from you.  Cards can be purchased here and are available for all occasions. 

FACE is pleased to announce our Save-a-Life program

The "Save-a-Life" Program is a collective effort between a veterinary clinic and FACE that has already proven to generate significant funding to help pets in need. Working in collaboration with FACE, participating veterinary hospitals take an active role in raising money to save lives. A percentage of funding generated through each clinic will be designated for emergency care grants at that hospital. We are inviting veterinary practices throughout Southern California to participate.

To learn how the "Save-a-Life" Program can be customized and implemented at your veterinary clinic, please contact our offices directly.

Girl Scouts Donate Cookie Money to FACE

The generous members of Girl Scout Troop 4065 decided to share some of the proceeds of their cookie sale with the FACE Foundation.

The Brownies visited Veterinary Specialty Hospital this month for a tour. After learning about FACE, they decided to help out by making an $82 donation (equal to 10 percent of their sales) that will help save the lives of family pets.

From us at FACE and from the animals, thanks girls!

NEWS STORY HIGHLIGHTS GROWING NEED FOR HELP

A recent news story on FACE describes the growing demand for help and our 'staggering' need for donor support. The Sept. 24 story appeared in the Rancho Santa Fe Review, the Carmel Valley News and the Del Mar Village Voice.

The story also highlights our many success stories.

Executive Director Stacy Steel attributes the growing need in part to the recession leaving many people jobless and unable to afford emergency care for their pets.

Donors have the opportunity to make a life-saving donation that will make an immediate impact for a sick or injured pet and his or her family, Steel states in the story.

"You're saving lives," she says in the story, which appeared in papers in the San Diego Ranch Coast Newspaper Group. "It doesn't get much better than that."

Follow the link below to read the entire story.

SD Ranch Coast News.pdf

 

UNION TRIBUNE HIGHLIGHTS THE WORK OF THE FACE FOUNDATION

On Aug. 8, 2009, the San Diego Union Tribune featured an article on FACE, highlighting our support and dedication to helping animals in need. Originally appearing in the North County section, then re-run in East County on Aug. 20, the article follows the story of Lil Mama, a 4-month-old Lab with a fractured leg.  Click here to read the inspirational piece.

 

 

PIRATE TAKES THE BOOTY AT DOG DAY AFTERNOON

Thumper, a Chihuahua-terrier mix, was top dog at the inaugural Dog Day Afternoon held in Solana Beach on Aug. 22.

Nabbing first place in our costume contest, he walked away with a $50 gift card from Muttropolis as well as the hearts of all the ladies. Aargh!

Thumper was just one of the winners at the event, which raised $3,500 to benefit pets in need of live-saving medical care. Members of Girl Scout troop 1292 picked winners in categories including "Cutest," "Best Trick," and "Biggest Ears."

Throughout the day, guests sampled food from the Beach Walk Shopping Center's restaurants and listened to live music by Stratos. The event also featured pet-friendly vendors, kid's games, face painting, professional pet photos, dog adoptions and a raffle.

Check out the slideshow of event photos in the right column.

TAZ AND ROCKY FEATURED ON FOX 5 MORNING NEWS

FACE featured on Fox5 Morning Show.  Click here to watch two of our FACE cases Taz and Rocky, along with lots of other adorable bulldogs. They're back in the game and warming up for the Running of the Bulldogs event on August 8th. Please join us with your furry friends for a fun filled afternoon in beautiful downtown San Diego!

FACE MAKES NEWS IN SAN DIEGO PETS MAGAZINE

In their July - August issue, San Diego Pets Magazine published a full page article about FACE - showcasing a few of our many success stories and explaining our need for new donors to keep up our good work! The article explains that the increased awareness of FACE has created an influx of calls seeking help; we now need more donations to keep from turning pets away and denying life-saving surgeries. We are thrilled that San Diego Pet Magazine is helping us spread the word about FACE, and the many family pets in need!

> Download article. (PDF)

Printed with permission from San Diego Pets Magazine
www.sandiegopetsmagazine.com

COCONUT'S STORY FEATURED IN RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE

The February 2009 issue of Ranch and Coast Magazine featured one of FACE's success stories. When Coconut, a 2-year-old Sheltie broke her leg, the Giblins rushed her to their vet. They assumed the vet would be able to put a cast on Coconut's leg, and that would be that. However, they soon discovered that their puppy's injury was complicated and that they'd need to see a specialist.

Then came the more devastating news that fixing Coconut's leg would cost nearly $5,000. The Giblins, who have two young daughters and earn a modest income, couldn't afford it. "The only other option was to try to leave it to heal naturally," adds Louise, "but it would probably keep breaking. We couldn't put her to sleep. She's our baby." Coconut's vet then told the family about the FACE Foundation. FACE was able to help the Giblins afford the necessary treatment, and today Coconut is a happy and healthy dog.

Download Ranch & Coast article (PDF).

—By Annamaria Stephens
Printed with permission from Ranch & Coast Magazine
www.ranchandcoast.com