Every year, on the fourth Thursday of September, pet lovers around the world unite for Remember Me Thursday—a global movement to honor the lives of pets who never made it out of shelters, and to shine a light on the millions still waiting for a chance.
It’s a day rooted in both grief and hope. Grief for the countless dogs and cats who never found homes. Hope because every candle lit, every post shared, and every conversation sparked has the power to inspire change.
Why This Day Matters
The shelter crisis is continuing to impact animals and humans across the country. Shelters are at capacity, staff are stretched thin, and dedicated caregivers often face emotional burnout as they balance the daily heartbreak of overcrowding, limited resources, and tough decisions no one should ever have to make.
Dogs and cats are arriving faster than they’re leaving. Adoptions have slowed in many regions, while surrenders continue to rise. In short: Our shelters need help. The animals need us.
That’s why Remember Me Thursday is so important. It’s not just about remembering those we’ve lost—it’s about taking action so fewer lives are cut short in the future.
How You Can Make a Difference
Adoption is one of the most powerful ways to help, but it’s not the only option. Supporting your local shelter by fostering, volunteering, donating, or even spreading the word on social media can all save lives.
Here at Tuckered Out Dog Walking, we’ve created our Shelter Sponsorship Program as another way to give back. Our team takes RACC shelter dogs out for one-on-one enrichment outings—giving them fresh air, individualized attention, and the chance to show off their personalities outside the kennel. These outings life the dogs’ spirits and spread the word to the community to help them get adopted faster. A happy dog with a story to tell is far more likely to catch the eye of their future family, and this is the side of their story that our outings are able to show off to the world.
Today Only: Double Your Impact
To honor Remember Me Thursday, we’re running a special one-day promotion on our Shelter Sponsorships, valid until 11:59pm tonight:
✨ Sponsor 1 shelter dog, and sponsor a 2nd for 50% off! Visit tuckeredoutRVA.com/sponsorships and use promo code REMEMBER at checkout. ✨
That means you can directly support twice as many shelter pups! Whether you’re a long-time supporter or considering sponsoring for the first time, today is the perfect day to act.
Together, we can turn remembrance into action, while bringing more tails wagging out of shelters and into loving homes.
Click here to purchase your sponsorships today, and remember to use promo code REMEMBER before 11:59pm tonight to receive the BOGO!