Page 16 - Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens - August '24

Page 16, Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens
The Pet Cottage Post

4-Pound Senior Pup Finds

Her Forever Home At The Pet

Cottage

Angel, a 13-year-old long-haired
chihuahua, was living her best life
in Stuart with her senior mom Val
and was very attached. They had
been together since Angel was 10 Wendy Derhak with Angel
weeks old.
When Val had to move into a the other pack members
nursing home, her daughter Allison Angel and Skylar sharing a bed and being the dog she
brought Angel home and tried to integrate her into their was meant to be. She is
family for six weeks. But because of Angel’s attachment and Her doctors gave her the heartbreaking news that she could slowly warming up to
grief, it just didn’t work and was causing too much turmoil. no longer have a dog because of her health. Even though the volunteers, allowing
Allison contacted The Pet Cottage for support because she this was incredibly sad for Grace, the silver lining was the weekly baths, taking treats Angel in her stroller with Kari
couldn’t imagine sending her mom’s beloved dog to a shelter. forever promise of The Pet Cottage. and now gets excited for her
The Pet Cottage had a perfect solution. Grace, a senior The Pet Cottage makes a forever promise to all pets that very favorite activity — stroller rides!
Pet Cottage volunteer and Forever Guardian had recently lost they will have homestyle care for life, no matter what. Grace Angel’s journey is just one example of the incredible
Coco, a senior schnauzer, and was ready to open her heart was comforted in knowing Angel would return to The Pet mission at work at The Pet Cottage. Every single day, pets
and home to another Pet Cottage dog. Cottage and again, not have to face the inside of a shelter. who lose their humans due to death, disability or deployment
Even though it was a bit of a rocky start, with Angel Angel returned to The Pet Cottage, and it was determined are given the highest level of care and support. The Pet
demonstrating some fear aggression, Grace did not give up. that what was best for Angel was no more big changes. Her Cottage also provides pet companionship for senior people
Eventually, they bonded, and Angel settled in beautifully home would be here at The Sanctuary with the other nine and covers all veterinary expenses.
within a month. dogs on site. To inquire about volunteer opportunities or becoming a
An unfortunate situation arose when Grace, who lives with Today, Angel spends her days shadowing Wendy, Forever Guardian, visit: https://www.thepetcottage.org or
COPD, had a serious medical episode and was hospitalized. the Executive Director of the Pet Cottage, playing with call (561) 818-5025 for more information.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center Named

No. 1 “Best Free Attraction” In The U.S. By USA Today

Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is honored to be deeply grateful to our dedicated employees, volunteers, and conservation by offering immersive, educational programs
voted as the No. 1 “Best Free Attraction” in USA Today’s local and national supporters for their unwavering support, and activities through sea turtle rehabilitation and research.
2024 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. which made this title possible.” The heart of Loggerhead Marinelife Center, a private
For more than 40 years, LMC has been one of Florida’s nonprofit organization, lies in its commitment to providing
most visited nonprofit scientific destinations, welcoming free access to ocean education through support from the local
more than 300,000 local, national and international guests community.
annually. The center focuses on ocean and sea turtle Photos courtesy of Loggerhead Marinelife Center

The winners were announced on Wednesday, June 26, after
four weeks of online voting by the public. USA Today’s panel
of travel experts and public votes selected the center from
among 20 nationwide nominees. Other nominees included
some of the country’s most notable destinations such as The
Alamo, Central Park and the Golden Gate Bridge.
“Being voted number one in the country is an honor and
testament to the incredible experiences our guests have come
to enjoy at Loggerhead Marinelife Center,” said Andy Dehart,
president and CEO of Loggerhead Marinelife Center. “We are