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Many sick and injured pets are abandoned or euthanized because their owners are unable to cover the cost of their emergency or critical care needs.

The FACE Foundation provides financial assistance to animal owners who are unable to cover the full cost of their pets’ critical or emegency veterinary care.

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

Artists from Artistic Endeavors have been working for nearly a week and the mural is coming to life. There's still time to honor or memorialize your pet in the Tree of Life mural. There are several ways to participate in this touching tribute to the bond between animals and humans: -Leaves can ...

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Celebrate your pet's unconditional love in our Tree of Life

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 ...

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January Success Story of the Month: Buddy

Buddy and his owner, Paul, had just moved into a relative's home after Paul lost his job. One afternoon, Buddy snuck out of the yard and ended up next door where he was attacked by three huge dogs. Paul ran after Buddy and tried to rescue him from the dogs, nearly getting attacked himself. Buddy ...

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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 17th & 18th 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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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. ...

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Lil Mama after surgery.

Photo: John Gastaldo

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 ...

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IT'S TIME TO UPDATE YOUR RALPHS CLUB CARD

After Sept. 1, all Ralph's Club members will have to update their account to continue to earn money for FACE. The process is quick and simple. By logging on to your account and reactivating FACE as your charity of choice, you will continue to help ill and injured pets. Click here and enter code 91484 to continue saving lives.

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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 ...

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