Remember Me Thursday

We are raising awareness for orphaned and sheltered pets today on Remember Me Thursday, which occurs on the fourth Thursday of every September. This year, it’s on September 22, and the goal of the day is to share the importance of pet adoption and shine a light on all orphan pets waiting in shelters and rescues.

History

Remember Me Thursday was started by Mike Arms, president and CEO of the Helen Woodward Center, in 2013. Arms wanted to bring together the voices of animal lovers for a great cause: to help increase pet adoptions and reduce euthanasia. The movement is definitely growing: it’s now supported in over 190 countries! Many celebrities are also helping spread the word. You can read more about Remember Me Thursday on the official website here: remembermethursday.org.

Adopt, Don’t Shop

If you’re an animal lover, you are likely also saddened by the thoughts of all of those homeless pets. While no one can help all of them, the things you do can make a difference. When you are ready for a new furry friend, head to a shelter, and give one of these sweet pets a second chance.

Candle Lighting

A big part of the Remember Me Celebration is candle lighting. While many participating rescues are doing live versions, you can also do a virtual candle lighting.

Spay/Neuter

It’s also very important to make sure that your beloved pet doesn’t contribute to the numbers of pets in shelters. If your furry bff hasn’t been fixed yet, make that appointment right away!

Social Media

Since raising awareness is such a big part of Remember Me Thursday, it's only fitting that the Internet would play a big role. To participate, visit Michis & Co. social media and share your rescued pet's photo in the comments section of today's post. We would love to meet your pet! Use the hashtags #RememberMeThursday and #Seethelight.

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Resources: 

https://remembermethursday.org/
https://www.westchathamvet.com/2022/09/16/ways-to-celebrate-remember-me-thursday/