Remember Me Thursday

Remember Me Thursday is observed every year on the fourth Thursday of September. This awareness day focuses on shelter animals and encourages people to remember pets waiting for homes, support animal adoption, and speak up for responsible pet care.

History of Remember Me Thursday

Remember Me Thursday was founded in 2012 by Mike Arms of the Helen Woodward Animal Center. The campaign was created to shine a light on orphaned pets and to encourage people to choose adoption when they are ready to welcome an animal into their home.

The day uses social media, community events, and candle-lighting activities to honor shelter pets and spread the message that many adoptable animals still need loving families. Over the years, the campaign has reached people and organizations around the world.

Interesting Facts About Remember Me Thursday

• Remember Me Thursday was founded by Mike Arms of the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
• The campaign began in 2012 to raise awareness about pet adoption and shelter animals.
• Supporters often share pet adoption stories using the hashtag #RememberMeThursday.
• Animal shelters, rescue groups, and pet owners take part through events, posts, and adoption campaigns.
• The day is also used to remember pets who never found homes and to support animals still waiting in shelters.

Ways to Observe Remember Me Thursday

Share information about adoptable pets from local shelters or rescue groups. If you are able to adopt, consider giving a shelter animal a permanent home. You can also volunteer, foster, donate supplies, or support organizations that help homeless animals. Posting a pet adoption story with #RememberMeThursday can help spread awareness and encourage others to take part.

When Is Remember Me Thursday in 2026?

Remember Me Thursday is observed on the fourth Thursday of September each year.

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