If you’re a cat lover looking for fun ways to honor some of the most amazing creatures on earth, you’re in luck! Several cat holidays are on the calendar throughout the year, so you never have to wait too long for a reason to celebrate. Cat holidays come in a variety of themes.
Many are dedicated to raising awareness of specific issues involving cats and offer different opportunities to get involved (if you’re interested). Below, you’ll find more cat holidays you can shake a stick at; enjoy perusing and have fun celebrating!
Cat Holidays Throughout the Year
January
February
March
April
- National Pet Month (UK) – April
- World Stray Animals Day – April 4th
- National Siamese Cat Day – April 6th
- National Pet Day – April 11th
- Tortoiseshell Cat Appreciation Day – April 17th
- National Cat Lady Day – April 19th
- National Kids and Pets Day – April 26th
- National Therapy Animal Day – April 30th
- National Hairball Awareness Day – last Friday in April
May
June
- National Pet Preparedness Month – June
- National Microchipping Month (UK) – June
- National Foster a Pet Month – June
- National Adopt a Cat Month – June
- National Hug Your Cat Day – June 4th
- Pet Appreciation Week – first full week in June
- World Pet Memorial Day – second Tuesday in June
- Take Your Cat to Work Day – third Monday of June
- Cat World Domination Day – June 24th
July
August
September
- Happy Cat Month – September
- National Pet Insurance Month – September
- Ginger Cat Appreciation Day – September 1st
- National Pet Memorial Day – second Sunday in September
- National Meow Like a Pirate Day – September 19th
- National Cat DNA Day – September 19th
- Remember Me Thursday – fourth Thursday of September
October
- National Animal Safety and Protection Month – October
- National Pet Wellness Month – October
- Black Cat Awareness Month – October
- World Animal Day – October 4th
- National Pet Obesity Awareness Day – second Wednesday in October
- Global Cat Day – October 16th
- National Feral Cat Day – October 16th
- National Veterinary Technician Week – third week of October
- National Cat Day – October 29th
- National Treat Your Pet Day – October 30th
November
December
Conclusion
The year is full of wonderful holidays honoring cats. There are events dedicated to all sorts of causes, from raising awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering pets to ones during which shelter cats get special attention. There are ways to join in the fun, from posting adorable pictures of your cat online to volunteering your time if you’re looking for a way to share a bit of love and bring joy and kindness into the world.
See also:
- Best Cat Advent Calendars Reviews & Top Picks
- Cat World Domination Day: When, What Is It & Tips to Survive
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