31/10/2026
🕯️ **Today we remember our ancestors and the pets we have lost.** 🐾
As October draws to a close, we take a moment to pause, remember and honour those who are no longer beside us.
The ancient Celtic celebration of Samhain, traditionally observed around 31st October and 1st November, was a time connected with the changing of the seasons and remembering those who had passed.
At this time of year, we can also look to the beautiful traditions of Día de Mu***os (Day of the Dead) in Mexico. While the main celebrations take place on 1st and 2nd November, 27th October is often observed as a day dedicated to remembering pets who have passed away. 🐾🌼
Families may create an ofrenda, or altar of remembrance, bringing together photographs, flowers, candles, favourite foods and meaningful belongings to welcome and honour the memory of those they love.
We thought this was a beautiful tradition to share with our pet-loving community. ❤️
You do not need to create anything elaborate. You could make a little area of remembrance for your pet and include whatever feels meaningful to you:
📷 A favourite photograph
🧸 Their favourite toy
🕯️ A candle or battery-operated light
🦴 A favourite treat or food
🌼 Flowers or something from nature
🐾 Their collar, tag or another special keepsake
💌 A handwritten note or favourite memory
🖼️ A paw print, piece of artwork or treasured memento
Perhaps you could sit quietly beside it for a few moments, light a candle, say their name, talk about them, or simply think about all the little things that made them so special.
Although they are no longer physically with us, the love we shared with them does not disappear.
Today, we take a little time to stop and remember.
For every beloved pet who was loved deeply, missed terribly and will always have a place in our hearts. 🌈🐾
Forever loved. Never forgotten. 🤍
***os
