DECEMBER 20, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 14 WINTER TEXAN TIMES TRANSPORT • Sales & Installations • Vinyl Skirting & Tie Downs • Custom Steps made of Wood & Metal • Door & Windows • Plumbing & Electric • Used Mobile Homes Sales Financing Available petecotransport@gmail.com Ph: (956) 787-2847 or (956) 787-0413 We Buy Mobile Homes 2911 N Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 Family Owned & Operated Over 30 Years Supply &Hardware Mobile Home Special Orders Available Ask about our daily Manager Specials! PETECO, INC. 2911 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 956-787-2847 petecotransport@gmail.com We Do Tie-Down Certification SAVE 10% OFF Your Entire Purchase When You Bring In This Ad *Conditions apply, see store for details. Offer expires March 31, 2024. This holiday season, PVAS is celebrating all the ways the staff, supporters, and community work together and give back to fulfill our lifesaving mission. As we countdown to Christmas, PVAS is spotlighting different areas of operation that make a difference in our shelter pets’ lives each day. As we celebrate the magic of the season on this third day of Christmas, PVAS is thrilled to share the touching story of Romeo and Buddy that exemplifies the power of adopting a shelter pet. In 2022, a family faced an unexpected turn of events as their young son received an autism diagnosis at just shy of 3 years old. Navigating through the challenges that followed, Romeo, unable to communicate and express himself, resorted to self-harming behaviors, severely biting, pinching, and hitting himself and others. Amidst the chaos, they discovered the incredible role service dogs play in the lives of children who are living with autism, like Romeo. However, the staggering cost of obtaining a service dog seemed insurmountable. Desperate for help, they turned to their local animal shelter - Palm Valley Animal Society, where they met Buddy. The connection between Buddy and Romeo was immediate, and the family knew they had found the perfect companion for their son, so they finalized the adoption paperwork and took Buddy home. The first weeks were chaotic, filled with training and adjustments, but soon they established routines that transformed their lives. Buddy became Romeo’s guardian angel, intervening during meltdowns, pacing alongside him, and offering comfort during moments of sadness. His instinct to protect Romeo came naturally, giving the family hope and the precious time PVAS shares heartwarming adoption story needed for therapists to teach coping mechanisms and communication skills. Buddy gave Romeo a second chance at a life they never dared to dream of. He became more than a pet; he became a lifeline, offering Romeo something his parents, as caretakers, couldn’t. Thanks to PVAS and the low-cost adoption program, the family received more than just a furry friend; they gained a second chance for Romeo to thrive in the face of daily challenges. This holiday season, PVAS invites you to contribute to the adoption program, ensuring that more families experience the transformative power of companionship. Your support can make a significant difference in continuing this program and providing second chances to pets like Buddy. Every year, PVAS takes in thousands of pets just like Buddy who are deserving of homes and ready to give all their love to a family willing to open their hearts and homes to them. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission. For information on how to donate, volunteer some time, or other information, visit their website at www.pvastx.org. Romeo and Buddy. Courtesy photo
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