Mount Pleasant Magazine Sept-Oct 2018

166 www.MtPleasant.Pet | www.MPLifestyleExpo.com | www.MountPleasantAgents.com MUSC Pet Therapy For two years I volunteered at the Medical University of South Carolina in the Pet Therapy Program. Now as the program’s coordinator, I have to pinch myself every morning before walking into the main hospital with one of my two therapy goldendoodles by my side. I manage 42 incredibly caring and committed pet-therapy teams as they alter (if just for a few minutes) the days and lives of patients, families and our wonderful medical staff. Every day, we’re entering new territory in clinics, such as occupational therapy and special needs surgical- dental. We’re ushered with open arms into the ICU, labor and delivery, and many post-op procedure areas in both the main and Children’s Hospital. The Experience My segment was next to last, giving me the opportunity to watch the others. What seemed like a lengthy time to talk about your passion is not enough time when you’re the person talking. As soon as I sat on the couch, it was time to leave. But I wasn’t finished! I wanted more! Having Bill and Charlie sitting with me felt as comfortable as the many conversations we’d had in the past, before I started writing for Mount Pleasant Magazine and Mount Pleasant Pets. I applaud Bill for listening to Charlie and making this possible. The Lowcountry is one of the top-10 pet-friendly cities in the country, so it only makes sense to tell her residents and guests about these pet-friendly treasures and causes that exist within everyone’s reach. What a wonderful concept: to dedicate an hour-long segment to pets at least once a year. The guest list will continue to be extensive, I have no doubt. WELCOME TO ZIGGY'S DOG PARLOR! Now Boa rdi ng! 3369 S. MORGANS PT. RD, SUITE 209, MT. PLEASANT, SC 29466 WWW.ZIGGYSDOGPARLOR.COM (843) 388-3422 • Brand new, custom built roomy suites and condos • Highly individualized attention (activity based on your dog's needs) • 8 ft privacy fenced and artificially turfed outdoor area (keeps your dog clean, dry, and safe!) • 24 hour surveillance, fire and carbon monoxide monitoring devices • No up-charges for playtime, insulin injections, medications, or food • TVs in all suites (just like home) • Pet First Aid & CPR certified staff • Pick up and drop off 7 days a week, daytime: 8am - 2pm, evening: 5pm-9pm • Convenient neighborhood location Mt. Pleasant Fall in love with Your Neighborhood Pet Store! Healthy Pet Food • Salon-Style Grooming Gourmet Baked Treats • Plush & Tough Toys Stylish Accessories •Boutique Housewares Chews & Bones • and Much More! Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Mt. Pleasant 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 388-5167 • @WGBMtPleasant mount pleasant pets