Remembering Our Beloved Pets – Dog Remembrance Month 2025
Every September, Dog Remembrance Month gives us the chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate the lives of our beloved dogs who are sadly no longer with us.
For many of us, our dogs are more than just pets – they are loyal friends, trusted companions, and true members of the family. Saying goodbye is never easy, but this month offers a comforting opportunity to share memories, honour their lives, and connect with others who understand the deep bond between people and their dogs.
How to Honour Your Dog This September
Grief is different for everyone, but remembering our dogs in meaningful ways can bring comfort. Here are some gentle ways to take part in Dog Remembrance Month this year:
🐾 Keep Their Memory Alive
Look through old photos and videos, light a candle in their honour, or take a walk along their favourite route. These small acts of remembrance can help you feel close to your dog again.
🐾 Join a Supportive Community
Consider joining the Dog Bereavement & Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Facebook group – a safe space where dog lovers come together to share stories, memories, and comfort.
🐾 Reach Out to a Friend
If you know someone else who has lost a dog, send them a message or give them a call. Offering a listening ear can be a huge comfort – and it may also help you in your own healing.
Why Dog Remembrance Month Matters
This special month isn’t just about looking back, it’s about creating awareness, connection, and support.
- A time to reflect – Honour and celebrate the happy times and unconditional love your dog gave you.
- Raising awareness – Pet bereavement is often underestimated, but the grief can be just as profound as losing a human loved one.
- Building community – It reminds us that we’re not alone. There are others who share the same deep love and same deep loss.
Finding Comfort Through Companionship with Barking Mad
For many pet parents, the thought of welcoming another dog after a loss can feel overwhelming. But sometimes, the space left behind is too big to ignore.
That’s where Barking Mad can help.
Our Dog Sitting Hosts enjoy the companionship of friendly dogs for short stays and holidays, without the long-term responsibility or emotional commitment of ownership.
We make everything easy:
✔️ Collecting the dog from their owner’s home
✔️ Arranging their stay with you as a loving host
✔️ Returning them safely to their family after their holiday
Hosting is a wonderful way to bring joy and wagging tails back into your life, while giving reassurance to owners who want their pets cared for like family.
This September, Let’s Remember, Together
Dog Remembrance Month is a gentle reminder that the love we shared with our dogs never fades. By honouring their memory and supporting one another, we keep their spirit alive in our hearts.
✨ Whether through a quiet walk, a shared story, or opening your home as a Barking Mad host, this September is about celebrating the special place dogs will always hold in our lives.
👉 Learn more about becoming a Barking Mad Host and bring the joy of dogs back into your home.
