Does your cat look like she has some dirt on her chin? It could be feline acne, a common skin condition in cats. What looks like a dirty chin could be a mild to moderate case of cat acne. Those black specks are actually blackheads,...
An unusual canine influenza outbreak is currently sickening dogs in the Chicago area. More than 1,000 cases of infected dogs, including 5 deaths, have been reported so far. What is canine influenza and how can you keep your dog safe? Here are a few facts...
Local San Diego artist Glina has announced that she is donating 40% of proceeds of artwork sold to the FACE Foundation, "where art can be used to heal." Esther Glina Montagner is a renowned abstract artist who gives voice to the theme "to be heard" in...
Pledgeling is an online giving platform that makes it easy to donate to your favorite charities like the FACE Foundation. Pledgeling allows you to centralize your giving to multiple non-profits all in one place, and makes it easy for you to track all of your...
A recent article published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery summarizes the results of a large scale feline health and longevity study in the UK. Data from 90 veterinary practices on over 118,000 cats was examined for feline health trends, including longevity and...
According to the American Pet Products Association, Americans spent a total of $58.51 billion on their pets last year. This is an all-time high, up from $55.72 billion in 2013. In fact, spending on pets in the U.S. has steadily increased over the years, hitting...
Did you know that cats can spend between 30% and 50% of the day grooming? Cats are famously fastidious about keeping their fur clean, and it’s normal to see a cat routinely grooming herself. But how do you know if your cat is licking her...
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Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? According to the American Veterinary Dental College, the professional association for veterinary dentists, most dogs and cats suffer from periodontal disease by the age of three. Periodontal disease occurs when plaque and tartar build...
Veterinarians say that dogs between the ages of 7 and 10 years old can be categorized as “senior” dogs. The actual age may vary depending on the size and breed of your particular dog, with larger dogs showing signs of age earlier than smaller ones. What...
Regular veterinary checkups play an important role in maintaining your pet’s good health. Veterinarians are urging pet owners to make sure that yearly wellness exams are a part of every dog and cat’s routine. Growing rates of pet obesity and other preventable pet health problems such...
It has long been known that visits from pet therapy animals help improve the emotional well-being of patients in hospitals and nursing homes. How do animal therapy visits help cancer patients who are enduring difficult chemotherapy and radiation treatments? A recent study in the Journal...
Being prepared for a veterinary emergency is more than having a pet first aid kit in the house. Few pet owners know what to do if their dog or cat begins choking on food or falls unconscious. Did you know that you can perform the...
With the recent announcement from Petco that the company would no longer be selling dog and cat treats manufactured in China, many pet owners are wondering what exactly are the dangers associated with Chinese-made pet treats? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Animal and Veterinary...
Veterinarians are warning pet owners that the sago palm plant is highly poisonous to dogs and cats. This is an outdoor ornamental plant in warm climates like here in San Diego, but also poses a health risk to pets when planted indoors in pots in...
A recent study published in the Veterinary Journal investigated the health risks to cats in large-scale hoarding environments. Researchers found that cats in crowded living conditions are at great risk for respiratory infections, gastrointestinal disease, parasites, malnutrition and other symptoms of neglect. Key findings from the...
The Morris Animal Foundation is seeking Golden Retrievers to participate in the first phase of a large-scale canine health study. The aim of the study is to track the health of Golden Retrievers over the course of their lifetimes in order to gain knowledge about...
This time of year is always fun, with lots of shopping, decorating, baking and party-hopping to keep us busy. But it’s also a good time to remember that the Christmas season poses some extra hazards to our pets. Here are a few useful pet safety...
Have you ever seen pictures like these on the Internet with funny “Sad” or “Time Out” captions? On first glance, these images are cute, but they may depict a serious medical warning sign in your pet. It’s called “head pressing” and could indicate a dangerous...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJiMO994gBg A new video from the American Veterinary Medical Association provides helpful advice for pet owners with older dogs and cats diagnosed with arthritis. Warning Signs Pets with arthritis pain may: Walk stiffly or favor certain legs Experience pain when touched in some areas Be hesitant to run, jump and climb stairs Cats with...
[caption id="attachment_1109" align="alignnone" width="225"] FACE Executive Director Brooke Haggerty with Success Story Loki[/caption] FACE Executive Director Brooke Haggerty was recently a guest on Animals Today Radio with Dr. Lori Kirshner. Animals Today, a project of Advancing the Interests of Animals, is broadcast in major cities such...