International Cat Day, or World Cat Day, is a celebration of cats that is held on the 8th of August every year. It was founded in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare to raise awareness about cats and kittens. Spend the day getting to know your cat and learning how to help and protect them. Please scroll down to learn more about the Cat Day celebration, its history, and how to celebrate.
International Cat Day 2024
Cat Day, also called World Cat Day, is celebrated annually on August 8 to raise awareness about furry little animals. Cats are among the most beloved pets and animals in the world. Therefore, initiatives were taken in 2002 to dedicate a worldwide day for cats. Ever since then, the day has been celebrated worldwide on August 8. This year, International Cat Day will be celebrated on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
History of International Cat Day
Cats are culturally and historically represented. They were also highly respected in ancient Egyptian culture. The ancient Egyptian goddess Bastet was worshiped first as a lioness and then as a cat. Over the years, cats have been well entrenched in popular culture.
The International Cat Day campaign was started by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) in 2002 to raise awareness about the needs and wants of cats. The day also aims to encourage cat owners to come up with innovative ways to encourage interaction with their cats.
International Cat Day Celebration
Cats bring a lot of joy, peace, and togetherness into our lives. According to studies, petting cats has mental health benefits. Whether you are celebrating with your own feline friend or admiring these incredible creatures, International Cat Day is the perfect time to celebrate the deep love between humans and cats.
How to Celebrate International Cat Day
There are a lot of things that can be done on International Cat Day. Here, we have given you the 5 best ideas to celebrate World Cat Day:
1. ADOPT A CAT
If you love seeing cats but have never adopted one, this is your opportunity to foster a cat at your local shelter or cat rescue. If you have made your mind to welcome a feline friend into your home, this is the perfect occasion to do so. This can give one cat a lifetime of love and care that it never imagined.
2. BUY YOUR CAT A NEW STUFF
Buy your cat a new fun toy, a new condo, bed, or food. It will definitely thank you with lots of furry love and cuddles. If you own a single cat, you can gift him or her a new partner of the opposite gender.
3. GIVE YOUR CAT FUN EXERCISE TOOLS
Give your cats regular fun exercises in your apartment. Some fun options can be food walking, tossing dental treats, standing for treats, playing with toys, playing on cat furniture, walking on a harness, and so on. Also, this can prevent your furniture from getting cracked or bored. You can buy ready-made climbing racks for cats or get creative and create your own.
4. ATTACH A GPS TRACKER FOR CAT SAFETY
Invest in your kitty by setting up a GPS tracker on its collar. It will keep your cat safe with the latest technology. By doing so, you do not have to worry about him/her or need to find it here and there.
5. VOLUNTEER AT A LOCAL SHELTER
If you are a cat lover, this is your opportunity to do something for the felines. You are likely to find plenty of cats and other animals at a nearby shelter that need your help. You can play with cats, feed cats, clean cages and litter, pet them, or do anything else that needs help. Make lots of feline friends along the way!
Happy International Cat Day 2024: Wishes, Messages, and Greetings
Celebrating the cats throughout the world can be more interesting by sharing some love messages with cat lovers. Here are some beautiful wishes, messages, and greetings to share with your friends and family on International Cat Day:
- May cats bring all the love and happiness into your life on this special day. Happy International Cat Day!
- Wishing your beloved kitty a day filled with capturing moments, playful pranks, and fully entertained. Happy International Cat Day!
- Happy Cat Day to all cat lovers! Let your hearts be gently squeezed and showered with love by your partners.
- Happy International Cat Day! You're lucky to enjoy the day with your furry feline friends and endless cuddles.
- The compassion and love she has shown are unparalleled and her loyalty and love for us can conquer any heart in the world. Happy Cat Day!
International Cat Day 2024 Status and Captions
Don't let the international Cat Day go in vain as you have a chance to spread awareness about cats. Here are some beautiful Cat Day statuses and captions we added to share on social media:
- You may lose your shadow once, but the cat will be by your side, day and night. Happy International Cat Day!
- Meowwww....! It's International Cat Day, a day for all cat parents to add love to their best friend. May you bring more Meows and Purs your way. #InternationalCatDay
- The color doesn't matter if you’re a cat lover, adopt a vulnerable cat and encourage everyone to do the same. Happy International Cat Day!
- When you have a cat you have a playful partner to cheer you up. Happy Caturday to you and your feline friend. #CatDay
- Cats can be naughty and mischievous but they're most amazing friends. Kitties contains all the good things for health. Happy International Cat Day!
International Cat Day Quotes
Here we have added 10 beautiful and purr-fect Cat Quotes to share with your cat lovers and cat parents:
"My cat is not insane, she's just a really good actress." — P.C. Cast
"A cat is a puzzle for which there is no solution." — Hazel Nicholson
"The way to get on with a cat is to treat it as an equal—or even better, as the superior it knows itself to be." — Elizabeth Peters
"All cats like being the focus of attention." — Peter Gray
"Dogs eat. Cats dine." — Ann Taylor
"There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats." — Albert Schweitzer
"As every cat owner knows, nobody owns a cat." — Ellen Perry Berkeley
"Cats have it all: admiration, an endless sleep, and company only when they want it." — Rod McKuen
"Cats are connoisseurs of comfort." — James Herriot
"If cats could write history, their history would be mostly about cats." — Eugen Weber
In conclusion, we can say that International Cat Day is a time to enjoy these small but clever creatures who have long been family with humans. Adopt a cat to ensure a better and more secure life and celebrate your feline friends for their adorable funny activities. This year, let's everyone aware of the safety of cats and raise voices against cat violence around the world.