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China pet trends: The increasing affection towards pets in China has now turned into a new social and economic trend. Whereas earlier pets were given a simple farewell, now grand funeral rituals like humans are being performed for them. The special thing is that this emotional connection has taken the tradition of ‘paper burning’ i.e. burning paper things to the pet world, due to which a big business is being created.

In China, people consider their pets not just as animals but as family members. This is the reason that after his death, the trend of giving him a respectful and emotional farewell has increased rapidly. Now, instead of simple burials, farewells decorated with flowers, mementos and special ceremonies have become common.

According to traditional Chinese belief, paper items for the dead are burnt and sent to the afterlife. Now this tradition has been applied to pets also. Salmon, steak, Wagyu beef and other ‘luxury foods’ made of paper are available on the market, which when burned are believed to reach the pet’s soul.

This trend has given birth to a new market. Companies are selling ‘luxury funeral packages’ ranging from 200-300 yuan, which include paper clothes, AC, washing machine and even servants. Many online platforms also provide the service of burning these things on behalf of customers, due to which this industry is expanding rapidly.

While some people consider it a way of love and emotional attachment towards their pet, critics call it just a business. Many users on social media are raising questions whether pets need such things, or it is just a marketing strategy of the companies.

This trend shows how much the role of pets has changed in modern life. They are no longer a hobby but have become an important part of the family. Even after his death, the ways in which he is remembered reflect the changing sensibilities of the society.