On these dates, there are many meaningful milestones connected to V — including September 7, which marks the 8th birthday of his late beloved dog Yeontan, and September 8, which marks two years since the release of V’s debut album “Layover” — the only album that captured Tan’s image. For this reason, fans all over the world are reminiscing about the beautiful memories shared between V and Yeontan.

V’s Pomeranian dog was deeply loved by fans worldwide, even earning the nickname “the eighth member of BTS.” Since his first introduction in 2017, Yeontan quickly joined the ranks of “the most famous celebrity pets,” alongside Ariana Grande’s dog, Taylor Swift’s cats, and Tom Holland’s dog.

The UK media outlet Metro and CBS Entertainment Tonight host Denny Directo even called Yeontan the most famous dog in the world!

Sadly, the little angel could not stay with V and the fans for longer due to health problems he had since birth. In December 2024, V υиєχρє¢тє∂ly shared: "The reason I decided to post this message today is because, recently, Yeontan (my dog) embarked on a long journey to the stars...I felt it was right to share this news with ARMY, who have shown so much love for Yeontan. I would be grateful if you could remember Yeontan and wish for his happiness even in the stars".

Nevertheless, during the time he was alive, Yeontan always brought joy to those around him. Every year on his birthday, fans continue to make donations in various forms. Rather than being saddened by his pαѕѕing, fans wish to remember Yeontan in the happiest and most meaningful way possible.

V’s global fanbase ‘V Union’ and his UK fanbase ‘KTH_UK’ announced that they donated to the UK’s RSPCA, an animal rescue organization that saves, rehabilitates, and treats animals, in memory of Yeontan.

V’s Spanish fanbase ‘BTS V ѕραιи’ also donated to ѕραιи’s first animal welfare organization, the Vegan Sanctuary Foundation, to honor the memories and love they had for Yeontan.

ιи∂ια’s fanbase ‘Taehyung ιи∂ια’ donated to the AWCS fund to support animals affected by floods, while вяαzιℓ’s fanbase ‘V CREW BR’ donated to the CEL animal welfare organization in celebration of Yeontan’s birthday.

Meanwhile, Myanmar’s fanbase ‘Kim Taehyung Myanmar’ also donated to Oasis Shelter, a pet care facility.

Alongside these large-scale charity activities carried out in the name of V and Yeontan, the hashtag #ForeverWithYeontan topped global real-time trending charts. Fans also sent heartfelt messages to heaven, praying for Yeontan to have a good life in the next world.

These major initiatives by V’s fan clubs for Yeontan have set an example for other fandoms to follow. The donations have made Yeontan’s existence even more meaningful, ensuring that he will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. Surely, when V learns of ARMYs’ actions in Yeontan’s name, he will be both proud and deeply touched.

Netizens over the world also react to Yeontan's birthday and this meaningful gesture:

- This is actually so sweet and is a great way to honor Yeontan's memory by donating to animal charities. Losing a pet always sucks. I'm glad fans did this. RIP Tan, you will always be missed

- We also ℓσѕт our best friend, our emotional support pup. We love you Yeontan. Wish you a good life in the other universe

- Happy 8th birthday to my Taehyung’s adorable angel Yeontan in heaven! His love will always stay in our hearts forever

- Thank you crews for your noble action, Tannie would be so happy for this

- Such a beautiful way to celebrate Yeontan’s special day! Turning love into kindness for homeless pets is truly inspiring. Yeontanie’s legacy continues to shine bright through these wonderful actions! 

- Thank you for the good deeds. Kim Taehyung‘s kindness is truly inspiring

- Thank you for being a positive influence and giving animals a better tomorrow. I will support BTS V (Kim Taehyung)'s activities

- i hope it makes taehyung happy to see how much army care for him. he’s always so quick to tell us he loves us, it’s so important to take every opportunity we can to show him (and all seven members) it’s returned and reciprocated