International Cat Day 2022: History, Significance and Activities

Today is the International Cat Day to show your love & care towards cats. Here are the details of history, significance & celebration activities.

International Cat Day 2022: The annual World Cat Day is commemorated on August 8. This campaign was started by the International Fund for Animal Welfare in 2002 to increase public knowledge of cat needs and preferences and to encourage cat owners to come up with creative solutions to deepen their relationships with their pets.

History of International Cat Day

Both historically and culturally, cats have served as symbols. In the culture of ancient Egypt, they were venerated. 

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Bastet was a deity in ancient Egypt who was originally worshiped as a lioness and then as a cat. 

Bastet, a goddess who was the daughter of the Sun God Re, had a fierce disposition that was improved by the domestication of cats approximately 1500 BCE. Cats have firmly established themselves in popular culture over time.

Significance Of International Cat Day

The most popular domesticated animals worldwide are cats and dogs. This day can be viewed as an opportunity to celebrate the joy and friendship cats provide to their owners’ lives.

But we should also show stray cats the same kind of affection and care. Unfortunately, the majority of these cats lead harsh lives. 

One of the main goals of this day is to pamper your cat at home as well as care for stray cats because they deserve to be loved too.

How To Celebrate International Cat Day?

1. Adopt A Cat

If you don’t know how to celebrate this day, you may always try adopting a cat from the local animal shelter. Instead than purchasing a cat, consider one that needs a home and love.

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2. Volunteering

If there is ever a situation where you cannot adopt a cat, there is always the chance to work at a shelter for animals.

You’ll have the chance to form bonds with the animals and maybe live a more fulfilling life.

3. Serve Foods

You may show your cat how much you care by making this day extra special for them. As a reward, Serve them their favorite foods as a treat such as tuna and other dishes they like.