HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — An animal shelter in Hamden is offering families the opportunity to mourn their former animal companions together during a "Light the Night" event on Sunday.

The event is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Where the Love Is Animal Shelter at 796 Old Woodin St.

The shelter plans to help remember beloved pets by lighting luminaria in their memories. It's all in conjunction with National Pet Memorial Day, which is also Sunday.

Attendees will be invited to write their pets' names on white bags and placing LED candles in them. The luminaria will then come together to create a large heart on the grounds of the shelter.

The event will also include poetry reading, music and people will be invited to read personal tributes to their pets.

“For those who’ve lost the unconditional

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