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The Pet Cottage Post

Bonded Pairs: Two Hearts, play together, nap together and look out for one another, thrive—even after Simba developed diabetes. Thanks to
TPC’s lifelong medical support, they remain healthy, happy,
making them easier to integrate into a new home than
One Home many expect. and together.
Many bonded pairs are already well-adjusted,
At The Pet Cottage (TPC), many socialized and trained, making the experience smoother How You Can Help
of the pets who come to us arrive for their new families. Plus, there’s something truly
in bonded pairs—siblings or special about witnessing the deep unspoken connection By becoming a Lifelong Guardian for a bonded pair,
lifelong companions who have between two animals who have spent a lifetime together. you’re not just giving them a home—you’re preserving
spent every moment together. a relationship that means everything to them. The Pet
When they lose their human, they Forever Homes For Lifelong Friends Cottage ensures that no Guardian has to take on this
rely on each other for comfort commitment alone, covering veterinary care and offering
and security. Separating them can Some of our most heartwarming success stories come ongoing support.
cause profound distress, anxiety, and from bonded pairs finding their perfect Forever Guardians.
depression, making their transition even more heartbreaking. Sofia and Skylar, a
That’s why we are dedicated to keeping bonded pairs bonded brother-and-sister
together. Through our Lifelong Guardianship Program, we Maltipoo duo, lost their mom
ensure that these pets remain by each other’s side, finding a suddenly in 2023. Alone
new home where they can continue their journey together. and terrified, they were
rescued by The Pet Cottage
The Comfort Of Companionship and placed with Ellen and
Bryan Daly, where they have
Just like people, animals form deep emotional bonds. since thrived. Now, they
Whether they’re littermates, lifelong housemates, or best spend their days happily by
friends who found each other later in life, their connection each other’s side, completely
provides stability, confidence and a sense of security— adjusted and loved in their Simba and Smokey
especially during times of upheaval. new home with their dog
When bonded pairs are separated, they often experience: companion, Betty. Skylar and Sofia If you’re ready to change
• Depression and withdrawal—losing interest in food, For Shamus and Fiona, two lives forever, consider
play, or interaction. two senior dogs left behind welcoming a bonded pair
• Increased anxiety—pacing, whining, or destructive after their owner’s passing, into your heart and home.
behavior as they search for their missing companion. staying together made all Your support makes
• Health issues—stress-related illnesses or weakened the difference. They found these matches possible.
immune systems due to emotional distress. comfort and stability in their Donate today and help us
Keeping them together eases their transition into a new Forever Guardian family, keep best friends together,
home, helping them feel safe and secure as they adjust to allowing them to continue where they belong!
their new environment. their golden years with The Pet Cottage
the love and security they Wendy Derhak Founder/
The Reward Of Welcoming A Bonded Pair deserve. Executive Director
For Smokey and Simba, Shamus To schedule a tour or for
For Guardians, welcoming a bonded pair into their bonded brother cats, staying more information contact Sofia and Ellen
home means twice the love, twice the joy! These together meant everything. After their owner suffered a us at (561) 818-5025. Learn
pets bring an instant sense of family, often providing severe injury, The Pet Cottage ensured they were placed more at thepetcottage.org.
companionship and entertainment for each other. They with a loving Forever Guardian, where they continue to Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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