International Cat Day

International Cat Day Quick Facts - GB

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2022 Date	8 August 2022
2023 Date	8 August 2023

2022 Holidays & Dates

International Cat Day in 2022

Monday, 8 Aug

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International Cat Day History

International Cat Day celebrates the domesticated feline. Cats have been known to reduce stress levels and lower risk of heart disease. According to the American Pet Products Association, about 42 million households own a cat. This day is typically celebrated by being affectionate to your cat, giving it treats, or by donating to local cat shelters.

International Cat Day was created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare. It is observed annually on August 8th.

Top Tweets for International Cat Day -

happy international cat day🐾 https://t.co/dV3zZ23R5Q
— woodz wide web ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ (@http_woodz) August 7, 2022

You've all seen those 3D screen billboards on socials right? Starting tomorrow until September 5th, at Shinjuku Station in Tokyo there will be a Pokémon themed ones to celebrate World Cat day and promote Pokémon GO https://t.co/rp3ULf3C9d
— Joe Merrick (@JoeMerrick) August 7, 2022

It is International Cat Day and you can tell because Cabbage brought me a mouse. Thanks Cabbage. https://t.co/AHHmOa7wQk
— Dr Eleanor Janega (@GoingMedieval) August 8, 2022

In the News and Trending for International Cat Day

Updated 04:58International Cat Day: Ten surprising facts you may not know about your feline friend

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International Cat Day: Heartwarming photos capture rescue pets before and after finding a new home

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The 'secret' Google game to celebrate International Cat Day

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International Cat Day: We round up the cutest social posts to celebrate

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International Cat Day Facts

According to the 2019-2020 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, about 31% of US households owned at least one cat.
According to a study from the National Institutes of Health, children under 1 year old who were exposed to a cat were less likely to develop allergies.
According to a study from the Mayo Clinic Center for Sleep Medicine, 41% of respondents said they slept better because of their pet.

International Cat Day Top Events and Things to Do

Check out upcoming events and programs. International Cat Day hosts events to help cat lovers celebrate and learn more about cats.
Spend time with your feline friends today. Buy them a new toy, let them try some new catnip, show them that you care.
Schedule a check-up for your cats. Making sure that your feline friend is healthy and happy is important. Use this preparation checklist to make sure your cat is ready for their check-up.