Page 10 - Southern Exposure - October '23

Page 10, Southern Exposure

pet MatterS

The Pet Cottage Post

Happy Tails Senior people benefit greatly from pet ownership. Studies will always have a home at The
have shown that pet ownership offers seniors physical, Pet Cottage. Forever guardian
Six-Pound Morkie Saves Woman psychological, and social benefits. applications are always open and
From Senior Living Facility The Pet Cottage currently cares for 55 pets through many volunteer opportunities are
This story takes place in Tequesta, a network of 68 forever guardians and their sanctuary available at The Pet Cottage.
Fla., but it occurs all over the country property. Of these 68 forever guardians, 62 of them are The Pet Cottage Mission
for seniors in our communities. After senior people. The Pet Cottage is a 501(c)
56 years of marriage, Judy lost her At the Pet Cottage senior people are able to comfortably (3) nonprofit located in Jupiter
husband. Judy was 81, navigating life and confidently take on pet ownership with support and Farms that celebrates and
on her own for the first time, and deeply grieving. She was peace of mind that should something happen to them, the pet protects the magical relationship
considering entering into a senior living facility, but then her between people and pets. We
doctor suggested she get a dog to lift her spirits. But at her age, provide homestyle care for pets
this felt daunting to say the least. who lose their humans due to Wendy and Zack
The Pet Cottage had the answers. death, disability, or deployment.
In their lifelong guardianship Through our two unique programs – The Sanctuary
program senior people become Residency Program and The Lifelong Guardianship
forever guardians and open their Program – we promise our pets will always have the home,
hearts and homes to pets who have care, and love they deserve for life.
lost their humans due to death, We provide pet companionship for senior people and
disability or deployment. cover all veterinary expenses. We are a promise and our
The Pet Cottage covers all promise means forever. You are invited to join our pack!
veterinary expenses, provides Lucy the Morkie The Pet Cottage,
wellness checks, and a community (561) 818-5025,
of pet lovers to belong to. Because Jim and P-nut Claire and Scooter www.thepetcottage.org
of this partnership, many senior
people in our community, like
Judy, are able to have a senior pet DR. RYAN CHIZNER
companion.
When Judy reached out to HAS JOINED PALM
The Pet Cottage, her timing
was perfect. Lucy, a 12-year-old
Morkie had recently come into BEACH CARDIOLOGY
the care of The Pet Cottage after
her mom passed away and was in CENTER
need of a forever home. Judy and Lucy
During the initial introduction at P.B.C.C. is pleased to welcome Dr. Ryan Chizner. Dr. Chizner
Judy’s house, Lucy waltzed right in and made herself at home. completed fellowships in cardiology and interventional
From then on, they were inseparable and Judy stayed in her home. cardiology for which he is board certified.
They enjoyed daily walks around the neighborhood with Lucy In addition he holds board certification in Internal Medicine,
in her dog stroller and Judy getting exercise. Lucy became a star Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology and Vascular
and was affectionately known as “queen of the cul-de-sac.” Interpretation.
The Pet Cottage made a huge difference in Judy’s life. He has a Bachelor’s of Science degree from the Honors
“My life after Steve died was lonely and sad. Once Lucy Program at the University of Florida. He went on to complete
joined me, I came alive again. She is my world these days. dual degrees with a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine and
Because of The Pet Cottage I have no worries about her care. Master of Public Health from Nova Southeastern University.
They are a phone call away.”
Previously, Dr. Chizner practiced Interventional Cardiology in
Central Florida and Georgia.

He is the Co-Author of a Bestselling textbook on Cardiac Drugs
for healthcare providers, which is now in its second edition.
He is thrilled to move closer to family in South Florida.

561-775-1061

Michelle and John with Sally Ava with guardians Lee and 3365 Burns Rd., Suite 101, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
the cat Jimmy

THERE’S A NEW DERMATOLOGIST IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD.

Yuval Bibi, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of
Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches is a group
Dermatology, and is now providing care at our Palm Beach practice of board-certified dermatologists and fellowship-
trained Mohs surgeons providing general dermatology,
Gardens and Delray Beach offices. Dr Bibi’s clinical practice surgical dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology services.
Our physicians are also recognized leaders in the diagnosis
interests include general dermatology, surgical dermatology, and treatment of skin cancer.
as well as a special focus on genital dermatology, mucosal

dermatosis, and scalp and nail disease. Dr Bibi sees both
adults and children. He is a native of Jerusalem, Israel,
where he earned his medical degree, as well as a PhD at Ben Make an appointment to see Dr. Bibi

Gurion University. He completed his residency training at one of these offices:
at the combined Boston University-Tufts University Palm Beach Gardens Delray Beach
10335 N. Military Trail 2605 W. Atlantic Ave.
Dermatology program. He looks forward to providing Suite A Suite D 204
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Delray Beach, FL 33445
you with excellent dermatology care. (561) 622-6976 (561) 819-5822