Adopt

My name is
Pilar!

Posted over 9 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Home Check

3

Meet the Pet

4

Sign Adoption Contract

My basic info

Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color
Brown/Chocolate
Age
15 years 2 months old, Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
5494

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Pilar!

Pilar was entrusted to our care through our Final Wish Program after her owner passed away. She is 15 years old and weighs 63 lbs. She is very sweet, gentle, and great with other dogs, which makes her a perfect fit in our lobby as a greeter to volunteers and visitors, along with several other Frosted Faces. When she met a cat in the lobby, she ignored it! Pilar appreciates big comfy dog beds, being petted, and going for leisurely paced walks. She gives little kisses as thanks.

Pilar is so well-behaved and gentle that she has frequently served as an ambassador for FFF at community events. She welcomes attention and petting from everyone she meets, including small children, and can always be counted on to do well with the other dogs at the event. Pilar has also proven that she is the perfect date to take to restaurants, wineries, parks, coffee shops, farmers markets, pumpkin patches, and even outdoor concerts!

Pilar went on a 3-day Frosted Field trip to Idyllwild with a volunteer, who reported that she was a perfect travel companion! Pilar did great in the car for the 2-hour trip each way and was so well-behaved in their rental cabin. She and our volunteer enjoyed short hikes on the trails and walks through the neighborhood where their cabin was located. They also went to many dog-friendly restaurants, and Pilar earned many compliments from other diners about how well-behaved and mellow she is.

Pilar is a true shepherd, she is looking for her person and is at her happiest with personal attention and direction. She gets around great with a little traction and can go for short walks or hang out in public with calm and grace. And look at her beautiful smile!

Pilar currently lives in a Foster home. We received this great update from her foster mom:

"Pilar really is a sweet old lady that seems to like to hang around her family and keep an eye on things but doesn't need too much exercise or attention. She's content to nap nearby and get some head scratches. Once we got into a routine and figured out what she likes to eat after the first week or two, she's been a super easy addition to the household, and she's so gorgeous!

Pilar has been fine with all people she's met, not overly eager for attention but accepts pets. She's generally been good with the other dogs in the house (all large, young adults). She will occasionally get defensive and resource guard her bed, but since she's slow and the other dogs run away, there's been no major issues.

Pilar is pretty low energy and can't walk very far. I let her guide the walks and turn around to go home when she wants, and it's usually after a very short time. She gets up a few times during the day to wander the house and yard but is very mellow and naps often.

Pilar is an absolute sweetheart. She will have a home here as long as she needs."

To see if Pilar is the best friend you've been looking for, please email adopt@frostedfacesfoundation to schedule a time to meet her.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
5494
Contact
Kelly Smisek
Address
1448 Pine St, Ramona, CA 92065

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

If application is accepted, a home check will be scheduled.

2.

Home Check

If approved, an appointment will be made to meet the Frosted Face.

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

We require that interested applicants fill out our application. A screener follows up via email to schedule a home inspection, meanwhile calling references.

Upon approval, it is required you come to Frosted Faces Foundation with all members of the family and your dogs to choose a Frosted Face.

We have different programs and family types:
Frosted Fling
Foster
Forever Foster
Adoption
Molly & Me

Read all about them at https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/family.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Visits are by appointment only, after families have been screened and approved.

More about this rescue

Frosted Faces Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non profit corporation dedicated to developing and delivering solutions to fulfill the promise of family and adequate veterinary care for senior dogs whose love and lives are in jeopardy.

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