FACE Helps Military Families and Their Pets
Did you know that the FACE Foundation has provided financial assistance for life-saving veterinary care to the pets of over 86 military families in the San Diego area? We are committed to helping families and their beloved pets live long, healthy lives together, including the many service members and their family pets who live in San Diego.
There are many great organizations dedicated to serving members of the military and their pets. Here are just a few programs that provide valuable assistance to active duty military, veterans, and wounded warriors…and the animals they love. Check them out to learn more about the amazing work they are doing!
Guardian Angels for Soldier’s Pet (http://guardianangelsforsoldierspet.org/)
“Tails from the Front Line” official blog: http://tailsfromthefrontline.wordpress.com/
Provides foster homes for the pets of active duty military during deployment. They also provide pet care assistance for wounded warriors and homeless veterans. Their Warriors’ Angels program helps military members diagnosed with PTSD get assistance service canines to help improve their quality of life.
Sav-A-Vet (http://www.save-a-vet.org/)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SaveAVet
Rescues former military (and law enforcement) working dogs and provides housing and relief to disabled veterans who help take care of them. The dogs are sheltered with disabled veterans in mutual healing and support.
Pets for Patriots (http://petsforpatriots.org/)
Official blog: http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/
Assists members of the military adopt at-risk shelter pets (adult and special needs dogs and cats, and large dogs). Provides veterinary care financial assistance and help with cost of food, toys, and other pet supplies.
Please join us in recognizing these terrific organizations!