Just in time for Valentine’s Day and wedding season, the US Postal Service has released cute kitten and puppy forever stamps in its popular Love series. The new stamps were introduced at the Austin Pets Alive! animal shelter, along with some pets that were available for...
Meet Hubert! Hubert required urgent surgery for a broken leg and his loving family needed a little help with the cost of his critical veterinary care. With the help of a FACE grant, Hubert was able to get the treatment he needed. His family reports that...
Regular veterinary care is important for all pets, but cat owners will tell you that a visit to the vet’s office is stressful for many cats…and their people. Researchers at the University of California-Davis compared the reactions of cats during in-clinic vet visits vs. cats experiencing...
The University of Colorado’s Natural Hazards Center has produced a report analyzing the impact of wildfire on pets and their owners. The Marshall Fire occurred in Boulder County, Colorado in late December 2021. It destroyed over 1,000 homes and more than 1,000 pets were estimated to...
With frigid cold weather across much of the US this week, now is a good time for some reminders on how to keep your companion animals safe when the temperatures drop. The American Veterinary Medical Association has compiled a list of pet winter safety tips....
Warmest wishes for a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season from Success Stories Baby and Oliver...
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new pet medication called Bexacat, which is an oral treatment for improved glycemic control in cats diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. According to an article in Veterinary Practice News, the drug works by preventing the kidneys from reabsorbing...
High rates of inflation and increased pet food and supply prices are impacting pets and their owners across Europe and the UK. According to an article on the Pet Food Industry website, the cost of caring for dogs, cats, and other companion animals is leading to...
Each year the pet care website Rover releases lists of the most popular dog and cat names in their customer databases, which contain the names of over 1 million US pets. Here are the most popular names for 2022! Boy Dogs Max Charlie Cooper Milo Buddy Rocky Bear Teddy Duke Leo Girl Dogs Luna Bella Daisy Lucy Lily Zoe Lola Sadie Bailey Stella Boy Cats Oliver Milo Leo Charlie Max Loki Simba Jack Ollie Jasper Girl Cats Luna Lily Bella Lucy Nala Callie Kitty Cleo Willow Chloe Some trending dog names...
The University of Glasgow has been conducting an ongoing investigation of Covid-19 infections in companion animals. Their latest data shows a surprising number of Covid infections in cats. A report in the Telegraph says that over 350,000 cats in the UK have caught Covid over the...
The Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in the UK has created a video guide to help you interact with cats in a mindful way that makes it a positive experience for both cats and humans. They call it the “CAT” approach. Here’s what that means. C =...
The Animal Emergency Care veterinary hospital in Bellingham, WA has created an informative guide to help pet owners understand the different categories of pain their animals can experience. You can read the full article on their blog, here’s a quick overview. Acute Pain: A noticeable response to...
You may have heard the term “food deserts” to describe low-income urban areas that lack access to supermarkets and other sources of fresh, healthy food. These areas are often “veterinary deserts” too. Veterinary deserts are lower-income city neighborhoods that have fewer veterinary clinics than affluent neighborhoods....
This month is a good time to show appreciation for senior pets and those who adopt and care for them. Sharing your life with a senior pet can be rewarding, but there are some challenges. Here’s some excellent advice from the veterinary experts at the Indiana...
Thinking about dressing your dog up in a costume for Halloween this year? Before you do, make sure to check out these helpful tips on the dos and don'ts of Halloween costumes for dogs from the Dogtopia YouTube channel. The most important things to keep in...
Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed 6 animal welfare bills into law. The legislation covers a wide range of companion animal welfare issues. Here’s a summary of the new legislation. SB 879, the PET (Prohibiting Extraneous Testing) Act: Prohibits product toxicity testing on dogs and cats...
Hurricane Ian caused significant damage to homes in Florida, leading many pet owners to seek temporary shelter. How is this impacting Florida pets? A report from National Public Radio says that many Florida animal shelters are evacuating their animals to other locations to prepare for the...
Hloya is FACE's first Ukrainian refugee pet success story! This sweet Maine Coon kitten made the long journey from Ukraine to San Diego with her loving family, giving them affection and comfort during this difficult time. Unfortunately, Hloya escaped from their new home and returned with...
This handsome guy is Rollie. Rollie was diagnosed with advanced stage 4 periodontal disease and needed extensive dental work, as untreated periodontal disease can lead to pain and serious, even life-threatening, health complications. Rollie's parents applied for a FACE grant to help with the cost of...
The American Pet Products Association’s ongoing Pulse pet ownership study has shifted its focus from how Covid impacts pet owners to how the current economic conditions are affecting pet owners. Many of the pet owners surveyed for the study are reporting concerns about the economy. These...
Inside the Mind of a Cat is a new documentary now streaming on Netflix that explores the science of the sometimes-mysterious cat. Veterinarian Dr. Bruce Kornreich, director of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Feline Health Center, is featured in the film. He describes its...