Cats are among the most popular pets, owned by millions of people around the world and valued primarily for their independent nature. In fact, they are so important to humans that they celebrate their day three times a year.
One of the most important dates is the August 8 as it has been established since 2002 when the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and other animal rights groups have decided to implement it as a reminder that although cats are pets, they do need some attention.
The IFAW site notes that “domesticated cats retain many of their hunting abilities as a result of years of evolution, making them some of the world’s most efficient and deadly predators.”
He International cat day Above all, it also stems from a fact that worries cat lovers a lot: the significant increase in the number of abandoned cats.
That’s why this day was proposed to raise awareness of the importance of attention that should be paid to cats. And on this day a strong campaign is launched to promote adoption.
The other two dates that cats celebrate
He cat day it has different dates in the world. For example, only in the United States is every February 20th for a special reason.
they arose remember a cat who became relevant for his actions, no less than in the White House.
The honored cat February 20 was called Socks AND belonged to the Clinton family during Bill’s presidency. He was adopted by Chelsea, the daughter of the former US president.
Over time, it was even a favorite of popularity. He was even the favorite of Betty Currie, Bill Clinton’s secretary and was seen walking very naturally around the White House and the Clinton residence.
This cat lived with the presidential family between 1993 and 2001. When he died he was about twenty years old and had to be sacrificed to February 20th due to the cancer he was suffering from.
And the date was recorded to remember him on the day of his deathand with it all the cats that have other days in the world which, however, can be honored daily with small details and care by their owners.
It is also celebrated on October 29 at the initiative of Colleen Paige, a pet lifestyle expert who promotes animal welfare. Paige majored in canine behavior and began her career at the National Institute of Canine Training, in Los Angeles, California.
In addition to International Cat Day, Colleen is also the founder of International Dog Day.
Source: Clarin
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