Remember Me Thursday: Uniting for Forever Homes for Orphan Pets

What is Remember Me Thursday® and why does it matter?

Remember Me Thursday aims to unite people and pet adoption organizations around the world to be an unstoppable, integrated voice for orphan pets in need of forever homes.

Just as Rescue Dogs 101 wants to raise awareness and help you through the process of adopting a rescue dog.

Celebrated on the third Thursday of September (this year it’s September 22, 2022) the entire world will share the importance of pet adoption, and shine a light on all orphan pets waiting in shelters and rescues.

“What is Remember Me Thursday” Video by Founder, Helen Woodward Animal Center

What does Remember Me Thursday mean to me?

We started volunteering for a local dog rescue and fostering dogs in 2015. In 2019 I started volunteer at my local humane society weekly. Since being married, we have rescued 5 dogs.

So yes, I am a huge rescue advocate. I believe every dog deserves a safe and loving home.

Each of our dogs are each unique in their own ways and have brought my family so much joy and happiness.

I couldn’t imagine what would have happened to them if we didn’t adopt them.

And every dog we have fostered will forever have a special place in my heart. I will remember each and every one of our foster dogs for the rest of my life.

When you adopt, you save a life. When you foster, you save a life.

Volunteer, adopt, donate… do whatever you can to help a rescue dog!

According to the ASPCA: “Each year, approximately 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized (670,000 dogs and 860,000 cats).”

So yes, adopting a rescue matters. Rescue dogs lives matter. Every living creature deserves the very best in life.

So help me spread the word about this very important day. Share this article using one of the share icons, or simply forward to a friend.

And don’t forget to use #RememberMeThursday and #SeeTheLight.

Light a light on September 22, 2022 to help us all remember the pets that still need homes!

Remember Me Thursday Contest

Starting August 20, you can enter your rescue pet’s story to win pet food and money for your favorite shelter or rescue. Remember to nominate your favorite rescue or shelter to win!

The contest is a great opportunity to win amazing prize packages for a rescue of your choice! The Remember Me Thursday campaign is giving away thousands of dollars of food and cash prizes.

All you have to do is upload a photo of your dog, nominate your favorite pet rescue or shelter, and share it! Click here to learn more about the contest>>

Just imagine what all that food and money will mean to the shelters and the dogs!

Recommended reading just for you:

• The True Meaning of #AdoptDontShop
• 18 Things to Know Before Adopting a Dog
• Finding Your Perfect Dog
• 53 Questions You MUST Ask a Rescue BEFORE Adopting a Dog