This donation will be used to purchase library materials
that provide information and enjoyment for animal lovers
of all ages. A $25.00 minimum gift is necessary for acknowledgement
in the Pet Memory Book and a bookplate in the book purchased.
However, all gifts are greatly appreciated.
Dallas Public Library is one of only two libraries
in the country with a pet memorial fund. The other is
the Public Library of Cincinnati where the fund was
established more than 30 years ago upon the death of
a beloved pet of a library employee. The fund was established
Dallas as a result of a cooperative effort between the
Library and the Texas Kennel Club.
The purpose of the fund is to provide the library
with a collection of books and other materials for children
and adults on the care of pets. Children's stories about
animals are also included in the collection, in the
hope that the care of and love for animals can be instilled
in children.
A bookplate, containing the name of the pet or person
to be memorialized and donor, is placed in the memorial
book. Each time a book is given to honor a pet or a
person, a page will be added to the Pet Memory book
showing the name of the pet or person, the name of the
person making the donation, and the date. The book will
be permanently housed in the Business and Technology
division of the Central Library.
Animal lovers, pet owners or friends wishing to contribute
to the fund may fill out the
form and send their checks to the Pet Memorial Fund,
Dallas Public Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX
75201.
