National Hug Your Cat Day
Embrace your little bundle of furry joy and take some time to appreciate them. Of course, if they don’t want to be hugged, you may need some Band-Aids.
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- Share your cat cuddle photos with #HugYourCatDay—tag us for a chance to be featured
- Cat product bundles (toys, treats, grooming tools) with 'Hug-Ready' gift sets
- Partner with local shelters to promote adoptable cats and volunteer opportunities
- Stress-relief wellness angle: 'Purr therapy reduces anxiety—celebrate with your feline friend'
For thousands of years, cats and humans have been getting along by building closer, symbiotic relationships.
Cats were first domesticated in the Near East around 7500 BC. In the Ancient Egyptian days, cats were worshipped and glorified. They were revered and spoiled by the people.
Does this sound familiar to how cats are treated nowadays too? Cats were and continue to be seen as symbols of grace and poise.
Some studies show that cat purring can help to reduce stress levels and make one feel calmer. Therefore, it makes sense why the decision was made to turn hugging your cat into a celebration.
Hug Your Cat
Most importantly, set aside time to celebrate on National Hug Your Cat Day. As a pet owner, it’s a chance to get in all the hugs possible and show the cat that they’ll always be protected and adored. It might be fun to try and see how long the cat will last in a hug without trying to wiggle away. Also, be sure to get out the lint roller because there will be some cleaning up to do after all the hugging and swooning.
Help Your Cat Feel Special
Put the cat on a pedestal and thank him or her for the numerous times it had stayed close when feelings of loneliness or sadness emerged. All a cat may need to feel extra special is the owner spending some quality time with him or her.
Volunteer with a Shelter
Shelters are always looking for help and assistance. They also need responsible people to adopt available pets. Therefore, consider volunteering time at a local shelter or adopting a cat to celebrate National Hug Your Cat Day. Not everyone has a kitty at home to hug, but these shelters are filled with cats that need a little extra attention on this day. Be there to help the cats find homes and to give them a few extra snuggles while at the shelter.
Enjoy Some Cat Photos
It’s also a good excuse for a pet owner to take pictures of the cat that’s always been by his or her side. Share these photos on social media and with friends and family to express the love that the cat is receiving. It may also be fun to print out some favorites and create a photo album with them to review later on. One can never take too many pictures of a pet or cat, so now is a chance to go wild.
Host a Cat Hugging Party
It’s also a good excuse to host a party. Human parties are fun, but cat parties are even better! Call up some friends and family members and gather together as pet owners and cat lovers to celebrate the day. Make sure everyone is equipped with treats and prepared to dish out plenty of hugs during the party. It’ll be a blast to have best friends and best cats to come together as a group to celebrate and enjoy the day.
Get Creative with Celebrations
There’s no right or wrong way to love a cat or to celebrate on this day. So, whether or not you are the proud housemate of a purring kitty, National Hug Your Cat Day is the perfect excuse to put a bit of warmth and companionship into your life. No matter what’s going on around you, no matter how bad or troubling things get, you can always count on your furry friend to be there for you. Give the cat your all, especially on National Hug Your Cat Day, and notice the difference it makes in the relationship.