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Frosted Faces Foundation, 1448 Pine Street, Ramona, CA (2025)

11/06/2025

On October 17th, Adrielle fulfilled her promise to Frosted Face Miso.

She shared,
"I had to make the painful decision of saying goodbye to my Miso (FF Miss) yesterday. I think there truly was a part of me that thought Miso would live forever. She seemed to be able to get past anything until she suddenly couldn't. I feel guilty and wonder if I should have done more but find relief knowing that I didn't make her suffer more than she had to.

I'll never forget when I first saw her photo. I was in Chicago and was contemplating if I was ready for another dog after the loss of HoneyBee. I saw her photo and knew she was the one for me. I quickly emailed Frosted Faces and set up the appointment. She was quite popular and I'm so lucky that fate had us meet. She had only been on site for 5 days and I knew nothing about her but somehow knew she would be the perfect fit.

The past two years have been so amazing. I only wish I could have taken her to more places. She loved zooming around Mission Bay, suntanning, and getting scratches. She was so chill with all people and dogs. Nothing ever phased her. Although mischievous she knew how to stay out of trouble. She never barked but I will miss hearing her scratch doors around the house telling me that she needed to go in or out. She has left a massive hole in our hearts and I will miss her forever. I loved being her mom.

Thank you to the entire Frosted Faces team."

Family: Adrielle Wai
Fans: Jill Smith, Mallory Fonner
Facts: Miso ( ), formerly Miss, was 16 years old and was rescued from South LA Shelter on October 5, 2023.

11/06/2025

Jellybean found her FAMILY!

Jellybean entered the San Diego Humane Society as a stray, and we made her a Frosted Face this past December. She is estimated to be about 9 years old, weighs 12 lbs., and is very sweet. She was adopted in late January but recently returned to our care and has lived for the past month with her Foster Family Louise O’Flaherty and Sophie Fiddler.

Thankfully Jellybean didn’t have to wait much longer and she is off to her new home with the Marquez Family!

Family: Samantha & Adolfo Marquez
Fans: Josh and Candance Frederick
Facts: Jellybean is 9 years old and was rescued from San Diego Humane Society on December 6, 2024

11/05/2025

Celebrating National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week!

Each year during the first full week of November, we take time to honor the compassionate, hardworking people who make animal rescue possible. Behind every happy adoption photo and wagging tail are the staff and volunteers who clean, comfort, train, and advocate for animals every single day. Their dedication ensures that each pet receives the care, patience, and love they deserve.

Today we’re celebrating Alicia Anthony, who has been with us for an incredible six years!

Alicia manages our boarding program and primarily works hands-on with the small dogs on-site. Her attention to detail is phenomenal, she keeps our databases organized, updates records with care, and always ensures that nothing slips through the cracks.

No job is too big for Alicia, and no day is too long if spent with the dogs! As a leader among our Kennel Managers, Alicia sets the standard for dedication and teamwork. She’s also incredibly thorough during adoption appointments, making sure every match is thoughtful and every adopter feels supported.

Alicia’s commitment and passion are woven into everything we do. We’re so grateful for her leadership, her heart, and the countless lives she’s helped change.

11/05/2025

Spencer was surrendered to a busy Down Shelter in August 2020. He was a volunteer favorite there, and when we had room for more big dogs, they begged us to take him. He was just as incredible as they'd described him! He gets along with dogs of all sizes, and cats too!

Spencer went on a 2-week Frosted Fling and they also sang his praises. He soon had an adoption appointment lined up and his new mom couldn't say no after she met him! She has renamed him Brody and now he is celebrating his 5th Frostiversary!

“At a ripe 15, Brody continues to be a sweet old man with a little bit of stubborn on the side! He is so patient with the littles in his space and even when they steal his food. He has slowed down a lot but still loves to go out for walks in his wagon, lay in the sun and cuddle with Momma in the evenings. I am truly blessed to have this special guy in my life! He was just what I needed during the lonely COVID days and he still makes me smile each and every day. Love you so much Brody Bear!

Adopting a senior pet is super rewarding and the love they give back is priceless! I encourage anyone to adopt a senior pet in need. They are so deserving of living out their final days with lots of love and a warm bed!”

Family: Lindsay Matier
Fans: Tawnya Torok
Facts: Brody, formerly Spencer, is 15 years old and was rescued from the Downey Shelter on November 5, 2020

11/05/2025

In the words of Chanterelle,

"On Sunday, November 2nd two very naïve p*eps drove from Old Torrance (Los Angeles area) to Ramona to meet me, an eight-year-old Yorkie. They told themselves it was just a “meet & greet”. No commitment. OK, maybe just a Fling? What could it hurt? Little did these simple humans know they just fell deep into the “FFF Fling” trap. It’s basically a fool-proof plan Kelly & Andy devised to make instant forever families. Pure genius."

Here’s an important video update from Clémentine (previously known as Chanterelle).

Family: Judith Johnson
Fan: You? Register at www.frostedfacesfoundation.org/fans/
Facts: Chanterelle, now Clementine, is 8 years old and was rescued from Baldwin Park Shelter on October 28th, 2025.

11/05/2025

On October 20th, Erin fulfilled her promise to Frosted Face Enid.

She shared,
"This is a post that nobody wants to make but unfortunately dogs don't live forever. Even the great ones and boy oh boy was Enid Louise great.

I started volunteering at Frosted Faces when I was recovering from knee surgery and was bored at home. As soon as I walked through the doors I was hooked...Patty and I did several fosters Max, Whisper and Swayze before I took Enid home during the fourth of July campaign. She was super skinny, had a mouth full of rotten teeth, (she had 38 teeth taken out at her first dental appointment) and four years later they took a few more, leaving her as my one tooth wonder. Her skin was bad, she would get medicated baths once a week. Who knew that there was a swan underneath all of that matted dry fur. I used to jokingly tell her she was so ugly she was cute, but our connection was instant. She followed me everywhere and even though she loved everyone she had eyes for only me. When we took her on a camping trip to William Heise, one of hundreds she went on over the 6 and a half years we were blessed with, a gentleman in Julian started petting her and he said "you know she is so ugly she is cute". I was so offended, my friends laughed and said "but you say that all of the time." She was my kid now and I had become her momma bear. That was the first day I thought about how hard it was going to be to let her go. I had become her mom. I had promised my sister we would only foster but my love for her grew stronger every day. I stopped posting pictures of her on the behind the scenes because I didn't want her to have any adoption interest. I stopped taking her to the open house which I did with my other 25 fosters. I was flat out hiding her. But then the email came. Jenny Aleksich was coming down from Los Angeles so excited to adopt a frosted face. She had a list of a few dogs she was interested in meeting. Enid's name was at the very top. I cried my eyes out that night but in the morning I packed her up and took her to meet Jenny....She spent about 20 minutes with her and said to me "I love her and I would choose her right now but she is clearly your dog. She has behaved herself staying with me and letting me love on her but her eyes have never left yours". I went home that day and asked Patty if we could adopt her and she said "Of course we can. I was hoping you wanted to. I can't imagine our family without her". That was the beginning of becoming an official Frosted Faces family. Since then we have also adopted FF Messi and last year added FF Payton who is Enid's doppelganger and best friend. I thanked Jenny who was mom to her beloved FF Sachi many times for seeing what I already knew in my heart and spurring me on to adopt her.

Despite coming into Frosted Faces in really rough shape she was a live wire. She was our hiking buddy. She loved to snuggle with me on the couch but her true happy days were spent out on the trails. She was a pacer with both sides of her legs moving at the same time and she never tired. It was when we were camping up in Idyllwild 2 and a half years ago that I first noticed a change in Enid. She still had crazy energy and so much go, but she would p*e several times while hiking which was unusual for her. I took her to see Dr. Russell. I thought she had a UTI but unfortunately the news was grave. She was in stage 2 kidney failure and he told me she would be advancing to stage 3 within a few months. She also had very high blood pressure. They put her on meds for that which had to be increased several times.We changed her to a kidney food with a binder that Katheen Poulos generously sent to her. I gave her subq fluids every three days and even when I traveled I had someone come to my house and do it for her. A very big thank you to Alexandra Dessoff Farber, Marilyn Cole-Heston and Leslie Amancio. Them stepping up for her meant she never missed a treatment. Because of everything FF did for her she lived with advanced kidney disease for 2.5 years with way more good days then bad. Last year I thought I was gonna lose her but Dr. Russell said " let's try one last thing" and did an Ultrasound. It turned out her gall bladder was full of sludge. a round of antibiotics and I got my girl back. Because of this fantastic organization I had another year of a million more memories.

A few years ago we gave up some of our privacy and took in a roommate offering a lesser rent in exchange for a built-in dog sitter so that their lives would not change when my sister and I traveled. Sean loves them as much as we do and would come home from his job several times a day to check on them and take them out for potty breaks. Patty and I tried to not ever schedule dog sitting at the same time so that one of us would be home with the kids. I was grateful that many of the people that I would dog sit for would allow me to bring her with me. I knew I was on borrowed time so I wanted to spend as much time with her as I could. She got along fabulous with them all and had fantastic manners. As her kidney disease progressed her need to go to the bathroom increased but she was great about using a potty pad once I introduced those to her. Enid was what I like to call a quiet dominant dog. She was not snarky but everyone followed her lead. She was in charge and they all knew it. I would often say I wonder what MoJo comes out of her nose that makes every dog march to her drum.

I could see that her kidney disease was progressing so we planned a month long road trip in our RV with her and Payton. They had our attention 24 hours a day for 32 days straight. They loved it and were the best behaved dogs. We averaged between 5 to 7 miles on some of those hikes. Walking really helped with the kidneys; it was the laying down on her sides that caused her discomfort. The Oregon coast was nice and cool and the trails were just beautiful. We had several walks along the beach where they were allowed to be off leash. We went tubing with the dogs in both Bend Oregon and Yosemite and I floated with them on a small lake next to our campground near Lake Tahoe. We brought along a stroller but only ever used it so the dogs could go with us into a restaurant, the lodge at the campground or going into Costco. Even if you tried to pick her up to carry her she wanted down. She wanted to feel the grass in between her feet, she wanted to smell the smells. I'm so so so happy we had that time together. It's a trip I will never forget.

I'm so very grateful for everything that Frosted Faces did for my girl. They went above and beyond for her. Rachael and Michelle especially were always just so kind to my crazy haired girl. Alicia and Kelly always did whatever they could for her. Believe me my girl felt the love.

Enid was my first small dog, I have had probably 30 dogs throughout my life. I have loved them all but she had a piece of my heart that no other had ever touched. I have hundreds of photos of her on my computer and in my phone but the greatest memories will be the ones I will forever carry in my heart. I will love you for eternity baby girl. You were so special."

Family: Erin & Patty Hoye
Fan: Walter Kaplan
Facts: Enid (FKA Gypsy) was rescued from Bonita Shelter on June 11, 2019 and was 14 years old.

11/05/2025

We love heading to shelters like Palmdale because the dogs get very little time to exit due to more dogs coming in, so we can really feel the impact when we are able to help. Chills, really.

9 year old Bombay the shepherd was literally pulled for euthanasia and waiting when our friend Rita asked for one more day to network her- then she found us! Dagwood was also on his final extension and it was do or die, that’s why we say, “To love, is to act.” We love dogs, so we DO!

Christina Orlovsky drove all the way to Palmdale Shelter for us and rescued Bombay and Dagwood to make them Frosted Faces. That’s a 7 hour round trip!

We are so excited to share their arrival with you! 🚘

11/05/2025

Swiper is a sweet 14-year-old dog from Ohio. Despite missing a few teeth, Swiper greeted life with joy until a painful dental infection made things difficult. His right canine became loose and started bleeding, causing swelling. He was also having trouble breathing, was experiencing discharge out of his eyes, and had a fever. A vet evaluation revealed that Swiper needed dental surgery to get the loose teeth extracted and a cleaning to clear up an infection that had spread to his nasal passage.

However, his guardian, managing a single income and Swiper’s medications, couldn’t afford the urgent surgery needed to relieve his suffering. That’s when they reached out to Frosted Faces Foundation for support. Thanks to our Frosted Funding program and the generosity of our community, we contributed $500 toward Swiper’s surgery.

We’re thrilled to share that Swiper made a full recovery! His guardian shared: “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support. We appreciate everything you do and are so fortunate to have received your help. Swiper’s doing great and has been so excited for life again. He’s now back to watching Bluey and dancing on his hind legs! Thank you for making a difference!”

Thank you to everyone who supports Frosted Funding. Your compassion helps senior pets like Swiper enjoy their golden years comfortably and gives their guardians the support they need when times get tough. 🐾❤️

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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

11/05/2025

Supermutt Flash has found Family! We rescued Flash from an overcrowded Downey shelter before being transferred into our care. He recently spent the last couple of months being fostered by Megan Balzarini but now he has a new family with Sarah DiMartile and we couldn’t be more excited for him!

Family: Sarah DiMartile
Fans: Cindie Affinito
Facts: Flash is 8 years old and was rescued from the Downey Shelter on July 2, 2025

11/04/2025

When Shorty and his brother, Tahoe, lost their dad, they found themselves at the Coachella Valley Animal Shelter — two senior dogs suddenly without a home. On September 18th, we welcomed them both as Frosted Faces, determined to give them the love and comfort they deserve.

At 11 years old and 55 pounds, Shorty is a mellow, kindhearted soul who quickly wins over everyone he meets. He recently spent two weeks in a foster home on a Frosted Fling, where he showed just what a wonderful companion he can be.

During his stay, Shorty proved himself to be the definition of a good boy. He’s well-behaved, low-maintenance, and easy to please. He rides nicely in the car, hops in and out on his own, and walks politely on leash, barely paying attention to other dogs. He’s gentle with children and their toys when he knows they aren’t his toys!

Shorty enjoys short strolls through the neighborhood, lounging in the sun, and a quick game of fetch or tug-of-war before curling up for a nap. At night, he happily sleeps on the bed and stays snoozing until morning — not an early riser! He’s figured out the potty routine, handles stairs and hard floors with ease, and waits quietly when left alone.

He’s mellow and good-natured, a little reserved at first but quick to warm up. He enjoys neighborhood walks, trotting alongside a bicycle, and cuddling on the couch. Occasionally, he even gets the zoomies — a reminder that there’s still plenty of life and joy in this sweet senior.

Shorty has met men, women, kids, and dogs both big and small, and he greets them all with his calm, friendly demeanor. He knows “come,” “place,” and “lie down,” and he’s content simply being near his people.

This gentle, easygoing boy is still searching for his forever family — one that will appreciate his quiet charm and loving heart. Could that be you?

To meet Shorty, please email [email protected]

Fling Family: The Hanlons
Fans: you? Become a Fan at https://givebutter.com/2A72KA
Facts: Shorty is 11 years old and was rescued from Coachella Valley Animal Shelter September 18, 2025.

11/04/2025

Chloe Dee came to us through our Final Wish Program in October 2022 after her previous owner passed away. She was entrusted to FFF with love and the hope that she’d find a safe, caring home to live out her golden years - which is just what she found with Angela and Ray. She’s 14 now, celebrating her third Frostiversary, and is still running their house with quiet confidence, claiming her favorite blanket and her humans’ hearts.

💛 From Angela & Ray:
“We haven’t had to make many adjustments for Chloe Dee - she fit into our home and routine right away like she’d always been here. She’s easygoing, independent, and knows exactly what she wants, so we just follow her lead (as any good humans should). She loves licking our yogurt bowls after breakfast (it’s her morning ritual) and when she wants attention, she sits up like a little meerkat, which works every time. We’re getting ready to take our first trip with her to Texas! We’re not sure how she’ll feel about the adventure, but if snacks and comfy spots are involved, she’ll probably decide it’s her idea.

Frosted Faces makes it so easy to say yes. They don’t just save senior dogs, they build families. If you’re on the fence about adopting a senior, do it. You’re not just giving them a home - you’re getting a best friend who will quietly take over your heart and your couch. We’re forever grateful to them for trusting us with Chloe Dee, she’s been the best reminder that love doesn’t have an age limit. Also a shout out to her fan Princess Dinah! ”

Family: Angela & Ray McNeil
Fan: Princess Dinah
Facts: Chloe Dee came to FFF through our Final Wish Program and is 14 years old!

11/04/2025

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
05/01/2025 Clover
05/03/2025 Rocky Comics
07/21/2025 McDonald
08/23/2025 Polly Pocket

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.

05/01/2025 Clover
07/11/2025 Rocky Comics
08/23/2025 Polly Pocket
08/27/2025 Chilaquiles
10/13/2025 Peluchin

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
Polly Pocket: Rear leg paralysis
Chilaquiles: Heart disease
King Tut: Splenic mass
Thurston: Blind
Cutler: Deformed limbs
Acorn: Blind
Lexi Beech: Super senior
Cremini: Heart-based tumor

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.

07/17/2025 Kat Von D
09/14/2025 Happy
09/16/2025 Gloria
09/29/2025 Sadie Ann
09/29/2025 Loca
10/02/2025 Marshall
10/13/2025 Papi Peel
10/13/2025 Peluchin
10/13/2025 Windrunner
10/21/2025 Scooby Skate
10/28/2025 Porcini
10/29/2025 Licorice
10/29/2025 BonBon
10/29/2025 Butterfinger
10/29/2025 Bunny Burmese
10/29/2025 Tiger Thai
10/30/2025 Elphaba
11/01/2025 Taffy
11/01/2025 London Carbonara
11/01/2025 Zoey Ziti
11/01/2025 Friend Fettucine

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

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