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Celebrate National Pet Memorial Day, held annually on the Second Sunday of September, by honoring the memory of your beloved pet. This special day was created as a way to recognize and remember all the unconditional love and loyalty that our pets have given us over the years. Whether you still have your pet or have sadly said goodbye, it's important to spend some time reflecting on their impact on our lives. Make sure to take some time out of this special day to create a lasting memorial for them and show them how much they are still loved.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origination of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Association Of Pet Cemeteries & Crematories (IAOPCC) established National Pet Memorial Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition and uptake</div><div class='timeline-text'>More pet owners and organizations started observing and promoting the holiday, leading to a wider recognition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expansion beyond borders</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Pet Memorial Day was recognized in other countries, extending the impact of the holiday internationally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Communities & Tributes</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the rise of the internet, virtual memorials and pet loss support communities began to emerge.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mainstream Acknowledgement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Major news outlets and celebrities began discussing the holiday, leading to wider awareness and participation.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a photo album</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all of your favorite photos of your beloved pet and create a special photo album to cherish their memory.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant a memorial tree</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Choose a tree that will blossom each year around the same time as when your pet passed away and plant it in your backyard or a local park.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate pet supplies in their honor</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local shelter or rescue organization and donate pet supplies in memory of your pet.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a memorial service</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family members to attend a memorial service for your beloved pet, complete with stories, photos, and music.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter to your pet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a heartfelt letter to your pet and share your favorite memories together. You can even post it online or mail it to your pet's resting place.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors our deceased pets</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Pet Memorial Day is a day dedicated to honoring and remembering our beloved companions who have passed away. Taking the time to reflect on the lives of our pets helps us to move forward and appreciate all that they brought into our lives.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages us to cherish our current pets</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Our current pets are such a joy and delight, but it's important to remember they won't be around forever. National Pet Memorial Day reminds us to cherish every moment we have with them and make the most of the time we have together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings awareness about pet loss</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Losing a pet can be one of the toughest experiences anyone can go through. National Pet Memorial Day helps bring awareness to how pet loss affects those close to them and encourages people to offer support during this difficult time.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are More than 700 Pet Memorials around the World</h3><p class='facts-content'>This demonstrates the universal love and respect people have for their departed pets.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Oldest Known Pet Cemetery is over 100 years old</h3><p class='facts-content'>Located in Paris, France, the Cimetiere des Chiens dates back to 1899 showing a long-standing tradition of honoring our pets after they pass.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pet Bereavement Leave is a Real Concept</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some companies across the globe offer 'pet bereavement leave', acknowledging the grief pet owners feel when their pet passes away.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pet Memorial Jewelry is a Growing Trend</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many pet owners choose to wear memorial jewelry, such as lockets with photos or pieces containing a small amount of ashes, as a way of keeping their pet close.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Famous Pets Have Received Nation-wide Memorials</h3><p class='facts-content'>Notable pets, such as Hachiko in Japan and Greyfriars Bobby in Scotland, have received public monuments as memorials, attracting visitors from around the nations to pay their respects.</p></div></div>
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