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Senior Pitbull Avoids Shelter And Whipper’s journey is just one example of the incredible Happy stories like this are possible because of support
Finds New Forever Home mission at work at The Pet Cottage. Every day, pets who from YOU! To become a pet Superhero go to our website
Robert was a senior gentleman lose their humans due to death, disability or deployment and make a donation today. Your heart will instantly grow
who lived in Lauderdale by the receive the highest level of care and support. The Pet bigger, and you will feel incredible!
Sea with his disabled wife and Cottage also provides pet companionship for senior people Go to https://www.thepetcottage.org or call (561) 818-
their 8-year-old black Pitbull, and covers all veterinary expenses. 5025 for more information.
Whipper. The bond between Robert
and Whipper was unbreakable; the
arrived at 10 weeks old. They enjoyed daily neighborhood TGH Urology Group Of Florida
two had been together since the pup

walks, visiting Whipper’s friends at the tennis courts and the
local fire department. His fans greeted him with affection Offers Multiple Innovative
and of course, lots of treats.
At the community dog park, Robert and Whipper Treatment Options
socialized with their human and furry friends. Whipper
was loving, playful, and completely broke the stereotype
of his breed. He was always happy, whipping his tail and
sharing his toys to everyone’s delight. He and Robert were September is Urology Awareness Month, bringing to or general anesthesia.
adored by all. light urological diseases and conditions that affect the • Aquablation Therapy uses real-time ultrasound
bladder, kidney, prostate and male reproductive organs. imaging, robotics for precision and the AquaBeam (water
It also aims to highlight the symptoms and impacts these jet) to precisely remove prostate tissue. It is especially
diseases can have on a person’s life. effective for very large prostates.
Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Urology Group of • Prostiva Transurethral Needle Ablation (TUNA)
Florida offers several innovative, breakthrough treatment uses radiofrequency to destroy prostate tissue while leaving
options to help patients struggling with urological issues. the urethra intact.
Less-invasive cancer surgery
Treating Bladder Cancer And • Robotic Surgery and Laparoscopy are less-invasive
methods to remove both prostate cancer and kidney cancer,
Incontinence allowing surgeons to operate through small incisions in the

• Blue Light Cystoscopy is used to identify and diagnose abdomen.
bladder cancer. Enhanced imaging allows physicians to find
tumors that might otherwise go undetected. Treatment For Male
• Botox is not just for wrinkles. Its muscle-relaxing
properties make it an effective treatment for urge Reproductive Organs
incontinence also known as an overactive bladder. Botox • Low-Intensity Shockwave Therapy treats erectile
helps prevent bladder contractions that cause leakage and dysfunction by promoting the growth of new blood vessels
the constant urge to use the bathroom. in the penis.
• Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) is a • No-Scalpel Vasectomy can be done in-office. This
nonsurgical procedure using electrical current to stimulate procedure allows for the same benefits of a traditional
the tibial nerve, which affects bladder contractions. vasectomy, but with a faster recovery time and less
• Sacral Neurostimulation (Axonics , InterStim ) bleeding.
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is when a miniature implanted device sends mild • XIAFLEX is the latest treatment for Peyronie’s
electrical pulses to the bladder. This therapy improves disease, using enzymes to gradually break down the plaque
communication between the brain and the bladder, offering that causes curved and painful erections.
more bladder control and reducing urinary urges.
Female Urology
Enlarged Prostate Treatment • FemTouch Technology is the most advanced way

According to the Yale School of Medicine, about 50% of to provide vaginal rejuvenation. The CO2 laser promotes
men between the ages of 51 and 60 have benign prostatic the remodeling of the vaginal mucous layer through quick
hyperplasia (BPH) or an enlarged prostate. The number and painless treatment.
jumps to 70% among men aged 60 to 69 and to around TGH Urology Group of Florida recently joined
80% of men over the age of 70. Tampa General as part of the hospital’s initiative to serve
Wendy Derhak with Whipper If left untreated, BPH can cause significant health more patients on Florida’s East Coast. Tampa General has
problems, including irreversible bladder or kidney damage, been creating a framework of state-of-the-art services for
Tragically, in July Robert had a sudden heart attack and bladder stones, and incontinence. In addition, BPH can patients in the Palm Beach and Treasure Coast areas, with
passed away. With Robert gone, his wife was unable to have negative effects on men’s everyday lives, impacting the expertise and innovation of an academic health sys-
care for Whipper. Thankfully, the most amazing neighbors quality of sleep, limiting social activities and causing tem.
stepped in to help this 109-lb. sweetheart whom they had relationship challenges. The physicians at TGH Urology Group of Florida see
come to love. Kelly and Jeff, (the neighbors) came daily • GreenLight Laser Therapy is a minimally invasive patients at offices located in Delray Beach, Lake Worth
to walk and feed Whipper. They even started a GoFundMe procedure done in an outpatient facility, using laser Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. For more information,
campaign to support his care. Everyone knew that taking technology to remove excess prostate tissue. please call (561) 739-4TGH (4844).
him to a shelter could lead to a heartbreaking outcome. • Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy uses natural energy
Recognizing the urgency of the situation and in water droplets to shrink the prostate, without incisions
exhausting all known avenues, the neighbors discovered
The Pet Cottage and reached out for assistance. Rehoming Paid Advertisement
a senior, large breed dog like Whipper is no easy task, and
being a Pitbull posed additional challenges. However, The
Pet Cottage is dedicated to finding homes for pets who “Service is our number one priority”
lose their humans due to death, disability, or deployment,
and they were determined to help. 561-743-0070
Meanwhile, Lisa and her daughter Alyssa were on the
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a large dog. All parties participated in a meet and greet at
Lisa and Alyssa’s home to determine if this was a good
match. Laughter and tears filled the room as Whipper
began bonding with his new family.
Today, Whipper is living a new dream and his tail
continues to wag.

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