World Pet Memorial Day 2011
Each year in the second week of June, pet owners and advocates around the world take time to remember their furry, feathered and finned friends that have died.
Losing a pet is a painful event. World Pet Memorial Day, observed on June 12 this year, is designated to honor, remember and celebrate the much-loved animal companions who have passed on. This is a day when people who have lost a pet can pay their respects to their departed friends and remember the times once shared together.
Not so long ago, dogs and cats were mostly kept for practical purposes. They served as hunting assistants, security and pest control. Even when they had the dual role as family pet, they were kept outside and only the luckiest had access to the shelter of outbuildings or dog houses. They were fed whatever leftover food was available and veterinary care was minimal, if they received it at all.
Things have changed. Today, pets in the United States are valued differently. Most companion animals are sheltered in homes, eat food specially designed for them and receive regular veterinary care. Some owners will spend thousands of dollars to treat a family pet for a life-threatening illness. Some dogs even go to day care.
Having a pet adds joy to a household. A bond develops as time unfolds. Some people even consider their animal companions to be part of the family. But the price to pay for a pet's unconditional love is their relatively short life spans. In the case of most animals, humans outlive their pets by many years.
The loss of a pet is as real as any other. Though not everyone considers them to be family members, most at least consider them to be friends or companions, making their loss a significant event. Though they will be missed, they will be remembered fondly for the rest of our lives.
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There is no confirmed word whether she had to put him down at a vet clinic or if he passed away comfortably at their celebrity home, and the star's press agents kept the pet death a secret for several weeks after it happened.
Of course, there are plenty of other options available for coping with pet loss. For example: Petloss.com provides an assortment of pet loss support options, from weekly pet loss memorial candlelight ceremonies to pet loss hotlines for grief counseling
World Pet Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. Individuals and families can hold a memorial in honor of a lost pet. Minneapolis residents can participate in the World Pet Memorial Day by donating money, food and pet supplies to the Pet Project,
KITCHENER – Kitchener Cemeteries is introducing a workshop to assist people in finding comfort and gaining insight into mourning the loss of a beloved animal companion, the workshops will be held on Monday, June 6 - World Pet Memorial Day,
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It turns out June is a month to celebrate and advocate for pets in several ways.
The entire month of June is “Adopt a Shelter Cat Month,” encouraging people to provide homes for the many cats and kittens that make their way into animal shelters, especially this time of year when so many kittens are born. (Over 80 percent of cats in shelters never find a home, and many are euthanized.)
There are also two specific days in June that honor our beloved friends. June 24 is “Take Your Dog to Work Day,” encouraging pet friendliness. But perhaps most significant for us at Loving Hearts is June 12 , which was World Pet Memorial Day, a worldwide observance of the need to honor and pay tribute to our pets that have been lost.
The fact that there is a day named in honor of pet memorials is evidence of the growing awareness around the world that pet loss is a significant trauma to those who have experienced it, and that honoring our pets is a legitimate way to acknowledge the impact they had on our lives, and to help with the healing process. This is something we’ve known for a long time, but it is encouraging to see that more people are becoming aware.
World Pet Memorial Day has already happened this year, but it is not too late for you to observe it. If you know someone who has lost a beloved pet this past year, why not consider giving a pet memorial gift this month? If you have lost a pet and feel you are ready for another, why not consider adopting a cat from a shelter?
And don’t forget to take your dog to work on Friday, June 24.
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