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Happy "Gotcha Day"!



                                      





     This month's topic was chosen by London.
It has always been extremely important to her to celebrate her pet's birthdays.

     In the world of rescue, we often don't know our pets exact date of birth. So we celebrate what
has come to be known as their "Gotcha Day", the day that we adopted them and brought them home!

     Having a celebration for your pet, no matter how small or how elaborate, is a wonderful way for
your children to appreciate all the joy and love, your pets bring to your family. Having them involved in the planning
often teaches them that others are deserving of special gifts and treatment, just as they are.


     There are many local bakeries that cater just to pets, and can create a cake or cupcakes to your
pet's liking. Some of these goodies can even be eaten by you! And, local grocery stores have isles of
pet friendly treats. Frozen ice cream for your dog, is a nice, cool treat any time of the year.

     If you want to get your children really involved, have them make cards for your pets and then display them
on the frig, or on a wall close to your pet's food bowls. That way, they can see their creations for days to come, and
feel proud that they we a part of their pet's birthday celebration. Take them with you to the pet store to choose a few new toys, and let them pick the ones they think their pet will love!

    We know that many people feel that their pets are a part of the family, and celebrating the day they became a part of your family, is a natural thing to do.
Your children will feel a stronger bond, and  a deeper understanding of their pet's life and all he brings to their family.


When your children attend a birthday party, they are celebrating their friend, cousin or class mate turning another year older. The attention and gifts are showered on their friend because it is THEIR special day.
The same appreciation for another happens when you celebrate your pet's life. THEY are the focus and THEY get the attention. Children begin to understand that animals have feelings and can sense and feel love , joy and happiness, the same way they do.

     So, think back to the day you brought your pet home, and make it a special day to celebrate his or her life.

      Because who doesn't need another reason to be showered with dog kisses!

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