Page 12 - Jupiter Spotlight - December '24

Page 12, Jupiter Spotlight
The Pet Cottage Post

Bridging Hearts Between

Seniors And Pets

In a world where
companionship can last a
lifetime, The Pet Cottage
stands as a beacon of hope,
uniting senior individuals
with pets in need. This
nonprofit organization,
based in Jupiter, has been
instrumental in cultivating Sophie and Scott Claire with Sugar Baby Wendy and Angel Mickey and Angel
meaningful relationships
between vulnerable pets and seniors, ensuring both find solace become aggressive. Upon joining The Pet Cottage’s Lifelong • Emergency Care: $1,500 covers the cost of an
and purpose in each other’s company. Guardianship Program, she received essential veterinary care, emergency room visit for a pet in crisis.
A Mission Of Compassion grooming, and, most importantly, love. Dedicated volunteers, A Call To Action
The Pet Cottage’s mission is to provide lifelong Michelle and Matt, provided the extra TLC and time needed As the year draws to a close, The Pet Cottage invites
guardianship for pets who have lost their owners due to death, to build trust with Sophie. Today, she thrives in the home the community to consider making a year-end donation.
disability, or deployment. By matching these animals with of Forever Guardians Scott and Maryann, bringing joy and Such contributions are pivotal in sustaining their mission,
senior individuals, the organization not only offers a loving companionship to their lives. ensuring that both pets and seniors continue to receive
home to the pets but also enriches the lives of seniors through Impact By The Numbers the care and companionship they deserve.
the joy and responsibility of pet companionship. In the past year, The Pet Cottage has welcomed 66 pets How To Contribute
Stories Of Transformation into their program, each finding a new home through their Donations can be made online at (https://www.
One heartwarming story is that of Sophie, a 12-year-old Lifelong Guardianship initiative. Additionally, 60 human thepetcottage.org/), or by mailing contributions to:
Maltipoo. After her owner suffered a stroke, Sophie was left seniors have experienced the profound benefits of pet The Pet Cottage
alone and frightened. When a family member discovered companionship, discovering renewed purpose and joy. 17049 Thunder Road
her, Sophie was terrified, severely matted, in pain, and had The Role Of Generosity Jupiter, Florida 33478
The organization’s success is deeply rooted in the A Message Of Gratitude
generosity of its supporters. Donations directly fund various “Every story we share has a hero, and you are the hero in
aspects of pet care, including: ours,” says Wendy Derhak, founder and executive director of
• Veterinary Examinations: $20 covers a basic exam The Pet Cottage. “Your generosity transforms lives, ensuring
at the local vet clinic, ensuring each pet’s health is assessed pets receive lifelong care and seniors find joy, pride, and a sense
upon arrival. of belonging.”
• Specialized Treatments: $78 funds a six-week This holiday season, consider becoming a part of The Pet
Cytopoint injection for Sparky, a senior Shih Tzu suffering Cottage’s compassionate community ( our pack). Your support
from chronic itching. can make a world of difference, one pet and one senior at a time.
• Annual Health Screenings: $115.50 supports Wendy Derhak,
comprehensive bloodwork for senior pets, aiding in early Founder/Executive Director
detection of potential health issues. Call (561) 818-5025 for more information. Visitors are
• Chronic Condition Management: $512 supplies a welcome by appointment.
year’s worth of insulin for Simba, an orange tabby cat with
Walking the Pack 2023/24 diabetes.

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