Page 4 - Southern Exposure - October '24

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The Pet Cottage Post

Senior Special Needs Dogs Fiona And Shamus Join Our Pack

The loss of a beloved owner can be With their advanced age and special needs, rehoming But the Pet Cottage exists to give these vulnerable, elderly
utterly devastating for a senior these pups proved extremely challenging for Margaret’s animals the love and support they so desperately require, and
dog or cat. These elderly mourning family, who even considered the heart- they’ve found the perfect new guardians in Melanie, Les, and
pets often form intensely wrenching option of euthanasia. their senior mother Nonnie, who have been seeking to open
close, codependent bonds their home to a furry companion after the recent loss of their
with their human families, and own three senior dogs – Coconut, Pippi and Jazmine.
when that support system is By matching rescued pets with caring Forever
suddenly taken away, the grief Guardians and covering all their medical expenses, the
they experience can be profound. Pet Cottage ensures that no matter what, these cherished
It’s not uncommon for grieving pets to withdraw, lose animals will live out their golden years in the comfort and
interest in eating and playing, vocalize incessantly, or security of a loving forever home.
even act out in destructive ways as they struggle to cope It’s a vital service that comes at great cost, as the
with the absence of their person. The sadness and sense organization currently oversees the care of 53 pets, 47 of
of loss is palpable in their eyes, as they search in vain for whom are seniors, your generous donation can make all
the familiar sights, sounds, and affection they’ve grown the difference in the lives of Fiona, Shamus, and countless
accustomed to. other deserving animals in need.
Thankfully, there are organizations like The Pet Cottage To become an active part of our work for all pets please
that specialize in caring for pets who have lost their consider donating today!
humans, due to death, disability, or deployment. This local Your heart will grow a whole size bigger, and our tails
animal nonprofit has become a haven for senior dogs like will wag even more.
Fiona, a 14-year-old Shih Tzu, and Shamus, an 11-year-old The Pet Cottage
terrier mix, who were left grieving after the recent passing Wendy Derhak, Founder/Executive Director
of their devoted owner, Margaret. 17049 Thunder Road, Jupiter, FL 33478
View https://www.thepetcottage.org or call (561)
818-5025 for more information.
Visitors are welcome by appointment.

Peanut, Sugar, Angel and Tuffy

Fiona Shamus

SouthErn Spotlight from page 1
747-PALM
(STEM) intersect with
aviation. It’s a great 747-7256
way to spark curiosity
in young minds and
ensure the entire family is
entertained and inspired.
A highlight of Friday
night’s twilight airshow
is the spectacular drone
show, a high-tech visual
experience that will light up the sky with dazzling formations.
Combined with the fireworks display, this futuristic show
promises to be a mesmerizing blend of technology and art.
Of course, aviation enthusiasts won’t want to miss the
final performance of the A-10 Thunderbolt II Demo R I D G E V I E W A R E S P E C T E D P R E S E R V A T I O N B R E E D E R S I N C E
Team. Known for its powerful presence and incredible 1 9 9 0 . A K C , B R E E D E R O F M E R I T & M E M B E R O F T H E
low-level maneuvers, the iconic “Warthog” will make its L A B R A D O R R E T R I E V E R C L U B . W E S E E K T O I M P R O V E O U R
last appearance at the Stuart Air Show before the team’s B R E E D T H R O U G H S U P E R I O R G E N E T I C S . W E H A V E
retirement. This historic moment will be one of the P R O D U C E D O V E R 1 0 0 L A B S W I T H A K C T I T L E S , I N C L U D I N G
weekend’s most anticipated events. T O P W I N N I N G B E S T I N S H O W A N D W E S T M I N S T E R B R E E D
W I N N E R S , A K C M A S T E R H U N T E R S , & R A L L Y , A N D
Reflecting on the show’s growth, Chrissy Valvano, O B E D I E N C E T I T L E S . P R O U D O F O U R D E C A D E S O F
Director of Operations for the Stuart Air Show, shared her A C C O M P L I S H E D . H A R D W O R K I N G S E R V I C E & T H E R A P Y
excitement: “As someone who’s grown up in this area for D O G S
over 30 years, seeing the Stuart Air Show grow has been R I D G E V I E W L A B R A D O R S G O
H O M E W I T H 3 0 M O N T H S
incredible. This year feels especially meaningful with the H E A L T H G U A R A N T E E A N D
A-10 Final Demo Performance—it’s truly a historical L I F E T I M E B R E E D E R S U P P O R T .
moment. Being part of the community and witnessing such
an iconic event makes me proud of how far the show has
come. It’s like watching history unfold right here at home,
and I couldn’t be more excited!” P U P P I E S
Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss your chance to
be part of this incredible event. Visit StuartAirShow.com T R A I N E D S T A R T E D
to purchase tickets and find out more about the exciting F O R F A M I L Y
performances and family-friendly activities.
Join us for a weekend full of aerial thrills, hands-on S T A R T E D F O R
fun, and delicious food, as we celebrate the future of flight S E R V I C E A D U L T S &
and aviation’s storied past at the 2024 Stuart Air Show.
The Stuart Air Show is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization P U P S A V A I L A B L E
that supports local charities and celebrates aviation’s history.
Proceeds from the event benefit community organizations. W W W . R I D G E V I E W L A B S . C O M