Many senior cats end up in animal shelters when their senior owners pass away or are unable to care for them any longer. Often, these senior cats are calm and affectionate companions, but they can get overlooked at shelters because many adopters are interested in...
This little bundle of fur is Alaska! He's an energetic 2-month-old kitten who unfortunately was accidentally stepped on and suffered a broken femur, not an uncommon mishap in small kittens and puppies. Alaska's dad had lost his job and was living on unemployment benefits at the...
During the Covid pandemic, curbside drop-off and pickup became the norm at veterinary practices around the world. The reactions to this change have been mixed, for veterinary practitioners, clients…and pets! An article on the Veterinary Information Network’s VIN News Service website discusses the pros and cons...
FACE Foundation has been saving the lives of pets facing economic euthanasia since 2006. As we celebrate our 15th year, we recognize that the need for FACE's services is even greater now as families experience financial uncertainty due to the health crisis. Thank you to all of...
Our dogs, cats, and other pets can get cancer just like humans. And, like humans, there can be different causes of cancer in animals. The Merck Veterinary Manual has outlined the most common causes of cancer in pets, and what you can do to help lower...
A new study published in the journal Animals found that a group of 7 personality and behavior traits are common to virtually all domestic cats. Researchers gathered cat personality data from a data set of over 4300 cat owners. They factored breed differences into account to...
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released updated 2021 Feline Senior Care Guidelines for veterinary health professionals, as well as updated resources for cat owners. While the full guidelines are designed to help veterinary practitioners care for senior cats, the AAFP has also created...
You're invited to join FACE for a free educational webinar on companion animal foster care! Kelly Peters of the Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas, CA will talk about how foster caregiving in a loving home environment benefits the most vulnerable shelter animals. Underage puppies, kittens, and...
Getting your first pair of eyeglasses can be tough for a little kid. A Child's Eyes optical shop in Pennsylvania makes it easier with the help of a very chill glasses-wearing rescue cat named Truffles. Shop owner Danielle Crull has done an amazing job training Truffles...
National Check the Chip Day is coming soon, a time to remind pet owners to get their pets microchipped, and to confirm that all your information with the microchip company is accurate and up to date. Why is microchipping so important? According to the American Animal...
The Sacramento Bee reports that the UC Davis California Veterinary Emergency Team Program will receive new state funding to deploy veterinary school professors and students to disasters like wildfires, and also train volunteer response teams around the state. UC Davis says that a major goal of...
If you’ve been shopping for your pet’s favorite food or treats recently, you probably have noticed both increased prices and decreased availability, both in-store and online. You’re not alone. Disruptions in the supply chain for pet food ingredients have caused these issues. According to a recent article...
The American Veterinary Medical Association has created a fact sheet for pet owners on the dangers of smoke from wildfires. Animals are as susceptible to poor air quality as people, especially if they suffer from respiratory or cardiovascular health problems. What are the signs of irritation from...
Researchers at the University of Minnesota conducted a study on the presence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in pet dogs and cats. Antibodies are an indicator of past coronavirus infection. The study results, published in the journal Virulence, found that cats are more susceptible to coronavirus infection than...
Join FACE on Friday, July 23, 2021 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Pacific time for a free educational Zoom webinar on veterinary dentistry! Our presenter, Dr. Gerad Cantin of Pacific Coast Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, will discuss the importance of dental care for our pets. ...
While there has been so much sad news about the Surfside, Florida condominium collapse tragedy, one small bit of good news involves a pet cat named Binx. According to a recent story from NPR, Binx was living on the 9th floor of the condo building when...
Wishing all of our friends a happy and safe 4th of July holiday! For a few simple tips on keeping your pets safe and secure this holiday weekend, check out our blog post HERE. ...
2020 was a difficult year for all of us. For the 344 families helped by FACE grants last year, the hardships were compounded by their pets’ life-threatening veterinary emergencies. Many of our grantees saw changes to their financial situations during the height of the pandemic. When...
Did you know that an excessive number of fleas on a dog or cat can not only be a nuisance, but it can also be deadly? Many fleas can mean a dangerous amount of blood loss in some pets. Flea anemia can be a potentially...
Most people know that if they witness animal abuse or neglect in person, they can report it to local law enforcement or animal services. But what if you see videos or images of animal cruelty on the internet? Unfortunately, there are many instances of animal abuse...
Antibiotic resistance in humans is a health problem that is often in the news, but did you know that our dogs, cats, and other pets can also become resistant to antibiotics when they are prescribed too frequently? The CDC has created some helpful guidance for pet...