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Frosted Faces Foundation, 1448 Pine Street, Ramona, CA (2026)

01/01/2026

On December 1st, Anita and John fulfilled their promise to Frosted Face Peanut.

They shared,
"Peanut was a final wish dog. She was loveable and energetic. We loved when she got the zoomies playing with her toys. She was always happy until she figured out we were leaving and then the sad face would come out. We had her DNA done and found out she was a Chaweenie, mostly Chihuahua with Dachsund and a few others. We had been told she was a terrier. Peanut loved to 1. EAT 2. go on walks and 3. gets pets and hugs. She would spoon both of us in bed and was a definite bed hog for being so small.

But best of all our little Peanutty loved us and we loved her. We miss her terribly."

Family: Anita & John McAllister
Fans: Ashley, Cliff & Ernie
Facts: Peanut is 10 years old and was relinquished to us through our Final Wish Program on April 25th, 2023.

01/01/2026

Say hello to Rocco, a resilient 9‑year‑old dog who endured a painful perineal hernia for more than a year. When his condition worsened, he could no longer pass stool and bled with the little he managed. His guardian did their best to keep him comfortable with goat milk, but Rocco urgently required hernia surgery and to be neutered.

Knowing he needed care but unable to afford the procedures alone, Rocco’s guardian reached out to Frosted Faces Foundation. Thanks to the compassion of our community and the Frosted Funding program, we contributed $500 toward his much‑needed surgeries.

We’re thrilled to share that Rocco made it through with flying colors! His guardian expressed heartfelt appreciation: “Thankfully everything went well with Rocco’s procedures. We are so happy to finally have him home and treated. Now it’s just a road to recovery thanks to your donations.”

Thank you to everyone who supports Frosted Funding. Your generosity makes it possible for pets like Rocco to receive the care they deserve and for guardians to feel supported during tough times. Together, we can truly make a difference! 🐾❤️
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Frosted Funding is a program to assist families with financial hardship in our community keep their pets safe and healthy. We primarily provide veterinary care that is required to maintain and enhance the quality of life for senior animals. We can also help with food, supplies, training, grooming, pet deposits, emergency boarding, fence repairs, and impound fees.

Our hope is that Frosted Funding will empower families to keep their pets instead of relinquishing them to the shelter or resorting to economical euthanasia. Additionally, we love to incentivize senior pet adoption!

Read more about our Frosted Funding program here: https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/frostedfunding

12/31/2025

Dear Frosted Faces Family,

As the year comes to a close, we’ve been reflecting on everything that you made possible for senior dogs, cats, and the people who love them. Whether you donated, adopted, volunteered, shared our posts, or simply cheered us on, you were part of every life changed this year. Thank you for being part of the Frosted Faces Foundation community.

Because of your support, 2025 was a year of growth, momentum, and deeper impact:

In September, we proudly opened the Frosted Faces Foundation Veterinary Center, moving our sterile surgeries on-site and preparing to offer affordable veterinary services to the community in our expanded space.

We purchased the next-door property, allowing us to expand lifesaving programs for cats and create more resources for the public.

We launched an on-site microchipping station, providing an accessible service to help keep pets safe and families together.

We strengthened our humane education program and look forward to educating many more youth in the year ahead.

We expanded outreach for Team Impact Days, welcoming companies to make a hands-on difference and inviting senior centers to enjoy the companionship of a pet.

We refined our volunteer training program to increase productivity, confidence, and appreciation because our volunteers are the heart of everything we do!

Your compassion, in action — 2025 by the numbers:

Rescue Program
805 Frosted Faces rescued
792 dogs
13 cats
39 shelters served
116 surrendered pets
213 Frosted Faces rescued over 25 pounds
1,338 foster placements
206 foster “fails”
739 adoptions

Pet Retention Programs
18 families kept together through Safety Net Boarding
441 days of Safety Net Boarding donated
204 people helped through Frosted Funding
$80,924 awarded in Frosted Funding grants

Free Veterinary Services
5,836 exams at the FFF on-site veterinary clinic
1,391 X-rays
1,111 senior blood panels
475 surgeries

Community Involvement
2,675 new volunteers
124 community outreach events
28 Team Impact Days
32 Youth Humane Education Days

None of this happens without you.

As we look ahead, we’re inspired by the lives we’ll save, the families we’ll support, and the compassion we’ll continue to grow together.

Right now, we have an incredible opportunity: a $12,000 year-end match generously offered by Tanya Nielsen. Every dollar given before midnight will be doubled, helping twice as many Frosted Faces and families in the year to come.

You have been so good to us all year. If you’re able, please consider giving one more time to help us reach this goal and start the new year strong.

From all of us, two-legged and frosted faced, thank you for believing in senior pets, second chances, and the power of community.

With gratitude and hope,
Andy & Kelly Smíšek

12/31/2025

On November 10th, Laurel and Phil fulfilled their promise to Frosted Face Mr. Brooks.

They shared,
"I’ve been going through hundreds of photos, videos, and notebooks from the last couple of years to remind me of how it was before his health issues snowballed. I’m still processing the last year. We were always in the moment, even through all the hard stuff, but now that he’s gone it’s the end lingers in my mind.

What can I say about this precious soul’s life in a few paragraphs? I don’t know but I want to honor my fluffy friend and thank Frosted Face for bringing Mr. Brooks into my life. So, here’s a little bit about our time together.

March 31, 2023, was our first day! I couldn’t believe he was 14 years old with so much energy that he could bound upstairs! I learned right away he was a fast walker and a runner too! This was in spite of a hip waddle that endeared him to all.

The original plan was to have him for a fling but after just four days, FF called me to bring him back to see a potential adopter. What! No way! I couldn’t let anyone else take him. He was mine and so adopted him.

I fell in love the first day, and he rarely left my side. We were our own pack, and he made me laugh all the time. As a snuggly lap dog, he wasn’t into being left alone. He was happy with my husband but only for a few hours before he would start yelping and barking. He ran from daycare and pet sitters like he was being chased by coyotes and then would act out afterwards. He had crazy separation anxiety, but we adapted and he got a little better. No matter, because he could do no wrong.

Mr. B thought every meal was his last. He ate voraciously and would hang around the kitchen asking me, “Is that it!? He loved gumming Bully Sticks (no teeth), relentlessly licking the stuff out of Kongs and stuffed tracheas.

He loved riding in the car and was a great passenger. At stop lights we’d let him stand up to check out the sun, breeze, and any food smells that happened to be about. You could tell he was a happy boy. And like most older dogs he loved his naps and had multiple beds including mine where he slept. He was a sniffer. That was the first thing he would do when he greeted anyone was to sniff their feet. He could be found in my room sniffing my shoes when he was home with my husband. Phil told me he liked hanging on my laundry pile instead of his numerous cozy beds.

Now that he’s gone there’s an empty space in our home. We both miss his energy, warmth, his lazy eye, and attention-grabbing tongue. I miss the flying food clumps when he ate (such a messy eater. I miss him when I wake up and go to bed, when I open the shower curtain, when I turn my head to the passenger seat, and when I come home from being out, he’s not plastered to the front door blocking my entrance. He's not there waiting. Even so, we're grateful for our 2 years and seven months of joy he brought us.

The spirit of Mr. Brooks, aka Magoo, aka Bubba, left his little body on Nov. 10, 2025. We miss him terribly.

Rest in peace Little Bubba until we meet again."

Family: Phil and Laurel Weber
Fan: Marina Jirotka
Facts: Mr. brooks was 17 years old, and was rescued from Coachella Valley Shelter on June 8th, 2022.

12/31/2025

FIVE SENIORS ADOPTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

Our hearts are bursting—five of our beloved seniors have been officially adopted by their foster families, just in time to celebrate the holidays where they belong… at home!

Please join us in cheering for:
🐾 Sam Sorrypants
🐾 Jake Crew
🐾 Bigotes Connors
🐾 Garland
🐾 Ira Penney

Each of these sweet souls found the greatest gift of all: families who opened their homes “just to foster”… and ended up opening their hearts forever.

Senior dogs often arrive with stories, scars, and a longing for stability—and thanks to these incredible families, they now have warm beds, familiar routines, and people who love them endlessly.

This is what the season is all about.
This is why we do what we do.
This is the magic of fostering.

If you’re feeling inspired to change a life in the new year, learn more about becoming a Frosted Faces Family:
👉 https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/family

Here’s to love, second chances, and seniors who shine brighter than holiday lights.

12/30/2025

The following lists are your Frosted Forget-Me-Nots for your consideration. Here is a list of our Available Frosted Faces where you can learn more about each dog. https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/available-frosted-faces

A. All of the following Frosted Faces have been with us for greater than 3 months but have not been adopted during the last 90 days and live on-site. All are eligible for paid Field Trips, and for most, foster or adoptive homes! Bring them special treats and toys, and focus on marketing these dogs! Frosted Field Trips: https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/frosted-field-trips

12/28/2024 Tanner
05/03/2025 Rocky Comics
08/23/2025 Polly Pocket
09/17/2025 Canelito
09/29/2025 Eileen
10/07/2025 Moe

B. The following resident Frosted Faces have lived at FFF for 30+ days and have not been invited on a 2-week Frosted Fling yet! Frosted Flings: https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/frostedfling

12/28/2024 Tanner
07/11/2025 Rocky Comics
11/15/2025 Bobby

C. The following dogs have chronic diseases or are truly not thriving in our care and need families sooner than later. Remember we cover free medical care at FFF Vet Clinic for the life of every Frosted Face to break down the financial barrier to senior pet adoption.

Tanner🐶: Kennel stress
Bobby🐶: Partial paralysis in rear legs
Meep🐶: Diabetic and blind
Mayflower😺: Stage 2 kidney disease
Canelito🐶: Diabetic
White Paw😺: Stage 1 kidney disease
Polly Pocket🐶: Rear leg paralysis

D. The following are considered our most "adoptable" dogs because they are healthy, social with people and other pets, and historically have great behavior. Taking these pets into your home makes room quickly for new dogs and allows us to focus on dogs with greater needs.

10/28/2025 Porcini🐶
10/29/2025 Butterfinger🐶
11/17/2025 Milton Darigold🐶
11/20/2025 Jack White🐶
12/16/2025 Ribbon🐶
12/22/2025 Buddy Fibonacci🐶
12/22/2025 Jack😺
12/22/2025 Snickers😺
12/22/2025 Bella😺
12/22/2025 Duke😺
12/22/2025 Talia😺
12/29/2025 Diggy😺
12/29/2025 Buddy Spades🐶
12/29/2025 Korinne😺
12/29/2025 Hedy🐶

Express interest in the Frosted Faces by emailing [email protected]!

"If not you, then who? If not now, then when?"

12/30/2025

“It’s officially been one year since Luna (formerly Goodall) joined our lives, and every single day with her has been filled with love, laughter, and the quiet, meaningful moments that remind us how lucky we are. We wanted to share an update—and a very heartfelt thank you.

Luna first entered San Bernardino City Animal Control as a stray. When she wasn’t claimed during her hold period, she became a Frosted Face September 2024. At 9 years old and 43 pounds, she arrived incredibly sweet, but very shy. Slowly and steadily, she began to come out of her shell, asking for pets, offering her paw, and even rolling over for belly rubs. While she still shies away at times, it’s clear she truly wants to be loved. She is gentle, affectionate, and so full of quiet charm.

Over this past year, Luna has blossomed into her full, wonderful self. She enjoys beach days, camping trips, and park adventures, but her absolute favorite moments are the cozy ones at home. The second we walk through the door, she heads straight for her bed, a gentle reminder that home is where she feels safest, most relaxed, and completely herself.

She’s devoted to food, does the cutest little bunny hop when she’s excited, loves giving her paw, and has a hilarious habit of scooting closer for pets without actually moving. On walks, she takes her time, stopping to sniff every blade of grass and interesting scent before continuing at her own leisurely pace. Her dog bed is truly her throne, where she sits like the queen she is-regal, comfy, and keeping watch.

We also want to give a huge thank you to Alexandra Farber and her dog Penelope for fostering Luna and continuing to be such an important part of her life. And to Frosted Faces Foundation—thank you for rescuing Luna and trusting us to be her forever family. Because of you, she is safe, deeply loved, and exactly where she belongs.

With gratitude,
�Josh and Nicole 🐾”

Family: The Lipka Family
Fans: Jenna Utecht, Anisa Hans
Facts: Luna (Goodall) is 10 and was transferred in from entered San Bernardino City Animal Control September 2024.

12/30/2025

On Christmas Day, we fulfilled our promise to Frosted Face Clover.

Clover, originally named “Rover,” came into her family as a puppy. As she grew older and remained energetic, her life became quieter and more limited, and much of her time was spent in the backyard. When she was 11 years old, the person she was most bonded to, her dad and favorite human, passed away. That loss deeply changed her world and her family’s.

Her mom carried a great deal of guilt about the time and attention Rover hadn’t received over the years. Wanting to do right by her, she reached out to us, hoping to ensure Rover would be safe and cared for if her own health declined. At the time, she shared that she didn’t expect to live much longer and believed the program might not be needed. A year later, she contacted us again, still there, still trying to navigate life, and still worried about Rover’s future. Rover hadn’t passed, and her mom realized she could no longer provide what Rover needed. With that difficult realization, she made the painful decision to surrender her so that Rover could receive care and support beyond what she could offer.

When Rover arrived at Frosted Faces, her skin was in poor condition and she was somewhat head shy. We immediately began treating her skin and arthritis and gave her a new name, Clover, symbolizing a fresh start and hope. At 12 years old, mellow, and familiar with dogs and cats, we believed there was still a chance to find her a family.

Over time, it became clear that Clover carried emotional wounds as well. She struggled with barrier frustration and resource guarding spaces like rooms, beds, and yards. As months passed, she became increasingly sensitive to touch, bonding only with a small group of trusted volunteers.Our Frosted Forget Me Not Team and kennel staff poured their hearts into Clover. They enriched her life with hikes, outings, and quiet companionship in the gazebo. She was what we lovingly call a “hard sell,” but she was deeply cherished by the volunteers who truly knew her. Clover asked for patience, lowered expectations, and gentle understanding, and those who met her where she was loved her fiercely.

Last week, Clover bloated, and we faced one of the hardest decisions we ever make: whether surgery was the kindest option given her age and challenges. Dr. Russell and the veterinary team cleared their schedules because Clover’s life mattered. They performed surgery to untwist her stomach and supported her through recovery.Andy and I brought her home to recover, honestly, the first home she had been inside since she was a puppy. She grew strong enough to enjoy Christmas Eve with us, peacefully moving through the house, though her appetite never fully returned. On Thursday evening, Clover took her final breath, likely because her stomach and organs could not heal from the trauma.

We are carrying a lot of sadness and disappointment. Clover was one of the few dogs who never went on a Fling, and while that reality hurts, it reflects how complex her needs were. We wish we could have rewritten her story sooner. We couldn’t undo the past, but we did everything we could once she was with us, short of choosing euthanasia earlier, which in hindsight may have been the gentler path.

Every decision was made out of love- by her original family, by our team, and by everyone who held space for Clover along the way. Love doesn’t always get it right, but it always tries.

Clover mattered. And she was loved.

Family: Frosted Faces Foundation
Fans: Richard Leighton Dixon, Annie & her brother & sisters
Facts: Clover was 12 years old and was surrendered to FFF on May 1st, 2025.

12/30/2025

Following the arrest of his owner, 12-year-old James Barley was brought to the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility along with seven other animals, including two dogs. When the owner was released, they were not permitted to reclaim any of the animals due to the unsafe condition of the home. James and one of the dogs had been forced to live together in a closet, while the third dog spent his entire life confined to a crate.

Thankfully, James was soon welcomed into a caring foster home. and despite the heartbreaking conditions in which he lived previously, he is a very sweet and lovable boy. Now a Frosted Face, James is safe, loved, and patiently waiting for his forever family. Could that be you?

Here is what we have learned about James from his foster mom:

James is a happy pup who loves humans and gets along well with other dogs. Although he loves being petted, he politely waits for people to walk up to him rather than approaching on his own. James' good manners extend to other dogs, and he is never reactive.

James enjoys walks around the neighborhood and low-key outings such as going to get coffee or visiting his foster grandparents.

James loves to snuggle and is the perfect couch companion for your binge watching or reading. He is house-trained and knows how to use a doggie door. James is not destructive when home alone, and after a few minutes, he does what he does best - go to sleep! Most times, he doesn’t even cry when his foster mom leaves and just goes straight to his bed.

James is a quick learner and knows several commands, including sit, shake, and wait. He also understands pointing and responds to cues like “out!” to leave the kitchen and “go” to move to his bed when humans are eating. As much as James loves mealtime, he has no reaction to food being taken away from him.

If you have room in your heart and home for this special senior, please email: [email protected].

Foster Family: Vanessa Talamantes
Fan: You? Register at www.frostedfacesfoundation.org/fans/
Facts: James is 12 years old and was transferred from Chula Vista Shelter on December 10th, 2025.

12/29/2025

Meet Shorty

This is Deanna’s very first Foster Fling and she feels blessed to have the best boy.

“Shorty has been with us for almost a week now, and he’s already settled right into our routine like he’s always belonged here. He’s calm, sweet, and completely go-with-the-flow. From day one, he showed us just how easy-going he is, happily adapting to our home and soaking up all the love.

Mealtime with Shorty is simple and stress-free. He’s an easy eater who enjoys dry kibble and shows absolutely no food aggression. Sometimes he doesn’t finish his meal in one sitting, but he’ll wander back later to clean his bowl. Potty training has been managed with frequent walks, and while he had a few accidents at first, he’s done great overall. The only time he may have an indoor accident is if he’s left alone for many hours, otherwise, he’s very reliable.

Shorty’s energy level is best described as mellow. He enjoys daily neighborhood walks, taking his time to sniff around, but he’s just as happy lounging at home and napping on the couch or in his dog bed. When left alone, he simply curls up and waits patiently. No escape attempts, no mischief-just a content pup enjoying his rest.

He’s wonderfully behaved around other dogs, both big and small. On walks, he may sniff and show interest, then calmly move along. He’s also great with people of all ages. Shorty is a little shy at first, but once he warms up, his sweet personality shines. He’s never shown any nipping or aggressive behavior and gets along beautifully with my kids and our resident dog who became instant best friends.

Shorty knows his name, will happily sit for treats, and thrives as a companion dog. His perfect day includes a nice walk, followed by curling up on the couch to read or watch TV with his people. He truly would make an amazing addition to just about any home.

Shorty is such a special boy, and we feel so lucky to be part of his journey.”

If you’d like to meet Shorty, please email: [email protected]

Foster Family: Deanna De Voss Barron
Fans: Lindsay Matier
Facts: Shorty is 11 and was transferred in from the Coachella Animal Shelter September 2025.

12/29/2025

VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK
December 22nd - 28th

Kera and Cory are the Volunteers of the Week!

They share, "Senior dogs hold a special place in our lives. Older dogs bring resilience, emotional sensitivity, and a lifetime of learned behaviors and deep gratitude to the people who give them a second chance.

We frequent FFF and donate to all the events because honestly, we whole heartily support the mission of saving the dogs that get overlooked. We try to help in any way that we can, from walking dogs (even when we are at a vet appt), to feeding, to taking home fosters and adopting. Just this last November we took home three special dogs to stay over the holidays. Although they were the biters we knew they just needed some extra love. All three were a blessing. One was adopted just five days later and another one was taken to a permanent foster situation. Our last angel we decided to foster until she was adopted. Although we tried open houses and taking her all over town to events, she decided she didn't want to leave us. She had been through enough changes so we said, "Yes!" and adopted her on December 27th. She is our 11th Frosted Face! We currently have five right now. We foster fail in every sense. We love with every breath we take and wouldn't change that for anything!

Frosted Faces Foundation is a wonderful organization that rescues older dogs from shelters and surrenders from the community. FFF provides medical care and rehabilitation (both mental and physical), and places them in loving homes, long-term foster situations, short two week flings and mini vacations. Frosted Faces also runs programs that support adopters and fosters, ensuring that senior dogs receive the care they need for the rest of their lives. Their work highlights the idea that age should never be a reason a dog is denied safety, comfort, or love. Without them we know our lives would not be as full of love as it is and will continue to be."

Thank you, Kera and Cory!

Apply to volunteer at Frosted Faces Foundation: https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/volunteer

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