As the soft winds of early April carry the first signs of spring across China, families across the country prepare to honor a tradition that is as timeless as it is heartfelt—Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb Sweeping Day.
At Petrust®, we believe that tradition and innovation can coexist beautifully. While we’re proud to be a modern, tech-driven pet product manufacturer with a global footprint, we also take deep pride in the cultural values that shape who we are. Today, we’re proud to share this meaningful cultural tradition with you—our global partners and friends—and take a moment to explain what it means, both personally and as a company.
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Qingming Festival Holiday Schedule
In observance of Qingming Festival, our offices will be closed from April 4 to April 6, 2025. We will resume regular operations on Monday, April 7.
We appreciate your understanding for any brief delays during this Tomb Sweeping Day. Our team will return refreshed and ready to support you with the same care and commitment you’ve come to expect from Petrust®.
What Is Qingming Festival?
Qingming Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day (清明节), literally meaning “Clear and Bright,” is one of China’s oldest and most heartfelt traditional holidays. Dating back over 2,500 years, it is observed on April 4th or 5th and is a time for families to visit and tidy ancestral gravesites.
During Tomb Sweeping, people clean the tombs by removing weeds, sweeping dust from the headstones, and sometimes even repainting inscriptions. It’s also common to offer tea, wine, fruits, and cooked dishes—sometimes the favorite food of the deceased. Many families burn incense and joss paper (also called “spirit money”) to symbolically provide comfort and prosperity to their ancestors in the afterlife.
Children often accompany their parents or grandparents to participate, passing down this tradition of remembrance and respect across generations.
While it is a solemn day of remembrance, it is also a celebration of renewal and life. Spring outings, kite flying, and shared meals often accompany the rituals. It is a holiday that beautifully blends reflection with reconnection.
Sharing Chinese Culture: The Meaning of Qingming Festival
At Petrust®, we’re more than a pet care manufacturer—we’re a team that values connection, culture, and care. As a company proudly rooted in China and serving partners across the globe, we believe that sharing our cultural traditions—like Qingming Festival—is a meaningful way to build mutual understanding and trust with our B2B clients.
Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day), is much more than a public holiday. It’s a time to pause, reflect, and honor. A moment to remember our roots, pay tribute to those who came before us, and express gratitude for the relationships we cherish today—including those we have with our beloved pets.
How Qingming Festival Reflects Our Core Values
At Petrust®, we often say: pets are family. And like any family member, they deserve to be cared for with love, attention, and respect. The values at the heart of Qingming—gratitude, continuity, and care—are the same values that shape everything we do, from how we develop our products to how we support our partners.
From Tradition to Innovation: Our Commitment to Smarter Pet Care
For over 12 years, we’ve combined deep cultural roots with forward-thinking innovation to create smart, reliable pet care solutions that support pet parents around the world.
Here’s a look at some of the products we’re proud to offer:
Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Boxes
With app-based control, odor elimination, weight tracking, and multi-cat recognition—these are designed for hygiene, health, and peace of mind.
Smart Wi-Fi Pet Feeders
Featuring portion control, two-way voice interaction, real-time feeding logs, and flexible scheduling—perfect for busy owners and picky pets alike.
Automatic Pet Water Fountains
Cordless, ultra-quiet, and equipped with motion sensors, multi-stage filtration, and smart app reminders—because hydration should be effortless and safe.
We don’t just manufacture smart pet gear—we create solutions that understand real-life needs. And we do it with the same care that Qingming Festival celebrates: the kind that honors life, memory, and presence.
Why Qingming Festival Resonates with Pet Lovers
Qingming reminds us to honor those who came before, but it also gently nudges us to cherish what we have now. Many of us who love pets know the quiet heartbreak of saying goodbye to a furry friend. The rituals of remembrance—whether for ancestors or beloved animals—share a common language of love, memory, and care.
Just like we sweep the tombstones of our forebears, we also take quiet moments to reflect on the animals who have made our lives brighter. Their loyalty, their quirks, their companionship—all live on in memory.
That’s why at Petrust®, we design every feature with empathy. From spill-resistant bowls to customizable feeding times, everything is built with the idea that caring is remembering, and remembering is love in action.
A Culture of Care Behind Every Product
We believe that every litter box, feeder, or fountain that leaves our facility should be a reflection of our culture of care. More than just technology, our products are built with:
- A commitment to safety and hygiene
- A focus on ease of use and cleaning
Customizable options for B2B partners, including OEM/ODM services, logo design, packaging, and color adjustments
Whether you’re sourcing for a retail line, launching a brand, or expanding your pet care offerings, we’re here to support your vision with expertise and flexibility.
From Our Team, With Heart
We asked some of our team members what Qingming means to them. Here’s what they shared:
“It’s a time to honor and reflect, but also to reconnect. And that spirit is something we bring into how we treat our customers, too.”— Wendy, Sales Director
“Even though Qingming is rooted in the past, it helps us think more intentionally about the present—at home and at work.”— Alex, Senior Engineer
“I bring my kids with me every year. We talk about our family, where we come from. And then we go home and play with the cat. It’s a full circle.”— Jing, Operations Manager
Honoring the Past, Creating the Future
As Qingming Festival approaches, we at Petrust® thank you—our global partners and clients—for being part of our journey. Your trust means everything to us. We look forward to continuing to innovate and grow with you, guided by the values that define us.
From tradition to technology, and from remembrance to daily care, we believe in creating a better life—for pets, for people, and for partners.
Wishing you a season of peace, reflection, and renewal.
Warmly,The Petrust® Team
Have you ever experienced a cultural holiday that made you pause and reflect? We’d love to hear your story—whether it’s about honoring loved ones, reconnecting with nature, or simply taking a moment to breathe.
Qingming Festival FAQ
1. What is the origin of Qingming Festival?
Qingming Festival originated over 2,500 years ago and was formalized as a national holiday during the Tang Dynasty. It is both a solar term in the traditional Chinese calendar and a day for ancestral remembrance.
2. Why is it also called Tomb Sweeping Day?
The most central ritual of Qingming is tomb sweeping—cleaning and maintaining the graves of ancestors. This act of respect and remembrance has led to the holiday being commonly known as “Tomb Sweeping Day.”
3. What are typical customs during Qingming?
Customs include sweeping tombs, making offerings (food, tea, wine), burning incense and joss paper, flying kites, and going on spring outings. It’s both a solemn and joyous time of year.
4. Is Qingming Festival a public holiday in China?
Yes. It is a national public holiday, and many businesses—including Petrust®—close for several days to allow families time to observe the tradition.
5. How is Qingming connected to spring?
The festival falls at the start of April when nature is in full renewal. It symbolizes both remembrance and the return of life, making it a time for reflection and new beginnings.
Let’s Stay Connected — Even During the Break!
Holiday Closure: April 4–6, 2025
Back to Business: April 7, 2025
As we take a short break to observe the Qingming Festival, we want to thank you for being a part of the Petrust® journey. Have questions or business plans you’d like to explore after the holiday? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to browse our latest smart pet care innovations or drop us a message—we’ll get back to you as soon as we return.
Plan Ahead: Petrust 2025 Holidays & Global Events
We know timing matters, especially in the world of B2B. That’s why we’ve put together a handy 2025 calendar with all the key dates you need:
Petrust Holiday Schedule 2025 – So you can plan your orders and communications with ease
Global Pet Trade Show Participation – Stay in the loop with where we’ll be showcasing our newest smart pet care solutions
Whether you’re planning your next purchase or looking to connect with us at an event, we’ve got everything laid out to keep you informed and ahead of schedule.
