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International Cat Day

August 8 is International Cat Day — a day to celebrate one of man’s most common and ancient pets. They have even been worshiped as gods (we see you, Egypt.) Well, it is not surprising, Cats are one of the coolest beings on the planet: they are independent, inquisitive, adventurous, have an amazing physiognomy, and the power to heal by themselves — at least most of the time.

When is International Cat Day 2022?

Our enigmatic furry felines are celebrated on International Cat Day 2021 on August 8.

History of International Cat Day

Cats are carnivorous small furry mammals — for the most part — with four legs, a tail, and claws, that humans have domesticated as pets since ancient times, even though they have descended from the African Wildcat and they used to catch vermin.

The first historical human record about cats could be found in Ancient Egyptian Civilization’s culture. We all seem to relate cats with Egyptians, because of their adoration and consideration of cats as gods. Mafdet was the first known cat deity and was regarded as the protector against snakes, scorpions, and evil during the First Dynasty, so for them, cats were not just deities, but also protectors.

Later, after the Egyptian Dynasty collapsed, Cats became popular everywhere! Greeks and Romans used them as pest control, and in the East, cats were originally owned by rich and wealthy people. But during the Middle Ages, in Europe, Cats became associated with superstition and suspected of carrying the disease during the Black Death of 1348, that is the reason why too many cats got killed in that era, and it wasn’t until the 1600s that cats’ reputation started to recover.

In America, cats were part of the cargo on the colonization ships to minimize vermin and disease, so those cats went ashore and flourished. Nowadays, cats seem to be one of the pop icons in modern society – we have about half of a billion among us. And, since 2002, thanks to the “International Fund for Animal Welfare” cats have their own holiday!

International Cat Day timeline

1348 The Cat Death

Cats are rumored to be the source of the Black Death so all over Europe thousands of street- and house cats are slain.

1963 Félicette the Astrocat

On October 18, Félicette becomes the first cat to go to space.

2002 Cats’ Day

International Cat Day is created by the International Fund for Animal Welfare to take place on August 8.

2004 The Oldest-Known Pet

French archaeologists discover a 9,500-year-old cat grave in Cyprus.

May 2010 World’s Cutest Cat

Pusheen is created by artists Claire Belton and Andrew Duff as a character for their webcomic “Everyday Cute.”

2014 Grumpy Cat Goes Viral

Grumpy Cat’s Facebook page hits 7 million likes.

International Cat Day Traditions

Cats get the royal treatment on International Cat Day. Not that this isn’t already the case on most days, but they are especially pampered and showered with love today.

Cats are the finickiest members of the family, so the day is spent catering to their every need; buying them their favorite treats and expensive catnip, letting them shred to their heart’s content, allowing them to wail, and even tuning in to their favorite TV show (there are videos on the internet of cats obediently watching “Tom and Jerry.”)

Not every cat is lucky enough to have a good home where it enjoys a lavish lifestyle. Stray cats are subjected to cruelty and injuries due to car accidents and other harmful situations, so donations are generously made to animal shelters and welfare organizations. Cats are also adopted and taken to their new homes, especially by children who are getting their first pet.

International Cat Day By The Numbers

18% – the percentage of households in the U.K. ruled by a cat. 9,500 – the number of years ago when the oldest-known pet cat existed. 70% – the percentage of their lives cats spend sleeping. 20 – the number of years an orange cat named ‘Stubbs’ served as the mayor of a small town in Alaska. 48.5 – the record number of inches for the longest cat ever. 19.05 – the record number of inches of the tallest cat ever. £7 million – the net worth of the richest cat in the world. 1963 – the year when a cat was successfully sent to space. 30 mph – the maximum speed of a house cat.

International Cat Day FAQs

How is International Cat Day celebrated?

You can participate in the festivities of International Cat Day by adopting a new kitty, feeding feral cats, or even spoiling the ones in your own home. Anywhere there’s a cat, show it some good ol’ purring love.

Is today National Hug Your Cat Day?

Hmm, well if today is June 4, then you’re in luck! Go give your kitty a big hug and tell them how much you love them.

Do cats like to be hugged?

Most cats are super affectionate and love to nuzzle and give hugs accompanied by loud and soothing purrs. However, some cats are a bit more uncomfortable with too much affection, so always make sure you’re doing whatever your cat is comfortable with, or risk a warning hiss.

When is International Cat Day 2021?

International Cat Day 2021 is on the 8th of August.

International Cat Day Activities

Time to share with those that are in need

Spend some time with your fluffy babies

Treat them with "catness"

There are many homeless cats around the world, so what better day to show them respect and love than by giving them food and supplies!

If you have a cat, International Cat Day is the perfect day to have a great time and show love to your baby.

Even if you don't like cats, remember to treat them with respect and kindness, take the occasion to spread awareness about respect to cats on your social media.

5 FACTS ABOUT CATS THAT MIGHT BLOW YOUR MIND

The loudest Purr!

Faster than you think

The richest kitty in town!

Not so sweet

Meow to you!

Merlin, a Black and White Cat from the U.K., has the record for the loudest purr and his purr is 67.8db.

Your little kitty can hit the speeds of around 30mph!

According to "Guinness World Records", when Blackie's millionaire owner passed away, he got a 7-million-pound fortune.

Cats can not detect sweetness, which explains why they are not drawn to it at all.

According to science, cats only use their meows to talk to humans and not to each other - except to their mothers when they are kittens.

Why We Love International Cat Day

We love all living beings

A lovely reminder

Fuzzy stress relievers

Holidays like this show off that as humans, we do love all living beings and there are more of us who respect and love kitties than those who don't.

It’s easy to get the idea that we are the most important beings on the planet, but as a lovely reminder: we are not alone so we need to respect the other beings' rights and do our part — starting with our pets.

It is scientifically proven that Cats help to improve mental health as stress relievers just by being themselves! Petting a fuzzy feline can cause our bodies to produce stress-reducing hormones.

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National Relaxation Day

National Relaxation Day comes on August 15 of every year. It is a perfect day to forget all your daily routine’s, put your feet up and relax. National Relaxation Day is a day to reminds you that sometimes it is not wrong to take a deep breath, slow down and calm down.The relaxation not only make you feel better about yourself, but it can also have long-term health benefits. So, on this day just relax and de-stress yourself.

“You have to rely on your preparation. You got to really be passionate and try to prepare more than anyone else, and put yourself in a position to succeed, and when the moment comes you got to enjoy, relax, breathe and rely on your preparation so that you can perform and not be anxious or filled with doubt.” – Steve Nash

History of National Relaxation Day

In 1985, Sean Moeller created the National Relaxation Day. Sean Moeller suggested that the too much work will make us sick, run down, tired and that’s just wrong. Relaxation Day is an important day for everyone as we all need a break from the fast-paced and hectic lifestyle that we live. Taking time to recover and restore our tired body and minds will prevent many health risks. Too much of work will be harmful to our both physically and mentally. Most doctors will agree that finding ways to relax and reduce stress will improve overall health. Hence on National Relaxation Day, do things that help you relax and de-stress. Kick back and enjoy a cold beverage in your garden, read a book while rolled up with a hot cup of coffee, sleep the entire day long, or take a warm bath and celebrate the day in your pajamas by watching TV.

How to Celebrate National Relaxation Day

On National Relaxation Day, do whatever which relaxes you. Unplug the computer, put away the mobile and stay away from all social media. You can also take a leisurely walk in the park. Gather your friends and create an awareness among the peoples about the importance of Relaxation.

Clouds (No. 295)

Stor-Laisan, Sweden (six pics)

Clouds (No. 295)

Color the World Orange Day

The first Monday in November is dedicated to bringing awareness to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy with Color the World Orange Day.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (CRPS) involves high levels of nerve impulses sent to an affected site in the body. Medical experts believe the condition is a result of a dysfunction in the central or peripheral nervous system.

Symptoms vary in severity and usually occur more in women than men. Pain can be intense or worsen over time. In the event of an injury, CRPS can flair and spread beyond the site of the injury.

Other symptoms include:

stiff and swollen joints

decreased mobility

changes in hair and nail growth

skin changes – color, texture, and temperature may be affected

There is no specific test or cure for CRPS. Treatment focuses on pain relief, physical therapy, and psychotherapy.

Everyone is encouraged to wear orange, organize an event or participate in one to help spread awareness.  Visit the website or the Facebook page to find out more on how to participate.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Plan an event in your community to show support for those with CRPS.

Organize your school to wear orange.

Plan an orange walk to raise money for research.

Have an orange bakesale.

Wear orange ribbons to show your support.

Read about CRPS to learn about the symptoms and treatments.

Ask what you can do to help someone with CRPS.

National Take A Hike Day

National Take A Hike Day is an annual fun celebration activity observed on November 17th of every year. Put on your shoes for a hiking to walk in the countryside or wilderness as it’s time to enjoy the fresh air. Get out of your regular work and take a walk just as to enjoy the beauty of nature’s best part while on a hike. Spend some time or days to give a little exercise for your feet and body or experience the pleasure of hiking. Push yourself towards the natural hiking trails on the National Take A Hike Day to experience the beauty of sunshine, sunset, wind, streams, rivers, grasslands, deserts, and the entire nature.

“What I do like is hiking. And that’s what filmmaking is. It’s a hike. It’s challenging and exhausting, and you don’t know what the terrain is going to be or necessarily even which direction you’re going in… but it sure is beautiful.” – Joss Whedon

History of National Take A Hike Day

The American Hiking Society has established the National Take A Hike Day. The year at which the celebration was first observed is not mentioned anywhere. The Day encourages people to take an outdoor activity called hiking away from the urban areas and make a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails. Hiking is a social hobby and activity that helps to rebuild your bond between nature. People get together to walk for pleasure or as an exercise in the unpaved paths known as trails. Hiking is usually done on the forests, riversides, and mountains.

Taking a hike has lots of health benefits, and it helps in reducing stress and blood pressure, maintaining healthy hearts by increasing heart activity and healthy bodies. Get inside the real home as the man hints to be both wild and civilian. Hiking lets the hiker to commune with nature as to get out in the wild and to bond with the fellow hikers. Several cities in varies countries have made professional hiking associations, and they organize hiking trips around the year. Hiking is such a popular activity that made the emerge of numerous hiking organizations worldwide.

How to Celebrate National Take A Hike Day

The best way to celebrate the National Take A Hike Day is by taking a hike by wearing hiking shoes. Get to know more about hiking and hiking spots from all over the world. You are encouraged to enjoy the countryside places which you haven’t yet visited. Enjoy the scent of meadows and take the breath of fresh air. Pack up some snacks to enjoy the scenic beauty of nature. You may even ask your friends or family members to take a hike with you. Look at the elegance of rivers, streams, mountains, deserts, living creatures all the way while on the hike. Experience a new feel both physically and mentally. Make your dear ones to let experience how hiking is.

International Cat Day

August  8 is International Cat Day — a day to celebrate one of man’s most  common and ancient pets. They have even been worshiped as gods (we see  you, Egypt.) Well, it is not surprising, Cats are one of the coolest  beings on the planet: they are independent, inquisitive, adventurous,  have an amazing physiognomy, and the power to heal by themselves — at  least most of the time.

When is International Cat Day 2022?

Our enigmatic furry felines are celebrated on International Cat Day 2021 on August 8.

History of International Cat Day

Cats  are carnivorous small furry mammals — for the most part — with four  legs, a tail, and claws, that humans have domesticated as pets since  ancient times, even though they have descended from the African Wildcat  and they used to catch vermin.

The first historical human record  about cats could be found in Ancient Egyptian Civilization’s culture. We  all seem to relate cats with Egyptians, because of their adoration and  consideration of cats as gods. Mafdet was the first known cat deity and  was regarded as the protector against snakes, scorpions, and evil during  the First Dynasty, so for them, cats were not just deities, but also  protectors.

Later, after the Egyptian Dynasty collapsed, Cats  became popular everywhere! Greeks and Romans used them as pest control,  and in the East, cats were originally owned by rich and wealthy people.  But during the Middle Ages, in Europe, Cats became associated with  superstition and suspected of carrying the disease during the Black  Death of 1348, that is the reason why too many cats got killed in that  era, and it wasn’t until the 1600s that cats’ reputation started to  recover.

In America, cats were part of the cargo on the  colonization ships to minimize vermin and disease, so those cats went  ashore and flourished. Nowadays, cats seem to be one of the pop icons in  modern society – we have about half of a billion among us. And, since  2002, thanks to the “International Fund for Animal Welfare” cats have  their own holiday!

International Cat Day timeline

1348 The Cat Death

Cats are rumored to be the source of the Black Death so all over Europe thousands of street- and house cats are slain.

1963 Félicette the Astrocat

On October 18, Félicette becomes the first cat to go to space.

2002 Cats’ Day

International Cat Day is created by the International Fund for Animal Welfare to take place on August 8.

2004 The Oldest-Known Pet

French archaeologists discover a 9,500-year-old cat grave in Cyprus.

May 2010 World’s Cutest Cat

Pusheen is created by artists Claire Belton and Andrew Duff as a character for their webcomic “Everyday Cute.”

2014 Grumpy Cat Goes Viral

Grumpy Cat’s Facebook page hits 7 million likes.

International Cat Day Traditions

Cats  get the royal treatment on International Cat Day. Not that this isn’t  already the case on most days, but they are especially pampered and  showered with love today.

Cats are the finickiest members of the  family, so the day is spent catering to their every need; buying them  their favorite treats and expensive catnip, letting them shred to their  heart’s content, allowing them to wail, and even tuning in to their  favorite TV show (there are videos on the internet of cats obediently  watching “Tom and Jerry.”)

Not every cat is lucky enough to have a  good home where it enjoys a lavish lifestyle. Stray cats are subjected  to cruelty and injuries due to car accidents and other harmful  situations, so donations are generously made to animal shelters and  welfare organizations. Cats are also adopted and taken to their new  homes, especially by children who are getting their first pet.

International Cat Day By The Numbers

18% – the percentage of households in the U.K. ruled by a cat. 9,500 – the number of years ago when the oldest-known pet cat existed. 70% – the percentage of their lives cats spend sleeping. 20 – the number of years an orange cat named ‘Stubbs’ served as the mayor of a small town in Alaska. 48.5 – the record number of inches for the longest cat ever. 19.05 – the record number of inches of the tallest cat ever. £7 million – the net worth of the richest cat in the world. 1963 – the year when a cat was successfully sent to space. 30 mph – the maximum speed of a house cat.

International Cat Day FAQs

How is International Cat Day celebrated?

You  can participate in the festivities of International Cat Day by adopting  a new kitty, feeding feral cats, or even spoiling the ones in your own  home. Anywhere there’s a cat, show it some good ol’ purring love.

Is today National Hug Your Cat Day?

Hmm, well if today is June 4, then you’re in luck! Go give your kitty a big hug and tell them how much you love them.

Do cats like to be hugged?

Most  cats are super affectionate and love to nuzzle and give hugs  accompanied by loud and soothing purrs. However, some cats are a bit  more uncomfortable with too much affection, so always make sure you’re  doing whatever your cat is comfortable with, or risk a warning hiss.

When is International Cat Day 2021?

International Cat Day 2021 is on the 8th of August.

International Cat Day Activities

Time to share with those that are in need

Spend some time with your fluffy babies

Treat them with "catness"

There  are many homeless cats around the world, so what better day to show  them respect and love than by giving them food and supplies!

If you have a cat, International Cat Day is the perfect day to have a great time and show love to your baby.

Even  if you don't like cats, remember to treat them with respect and  kindness, take the occasion to spread awareness about respect to cats on  your social media.

5 FACTS ABOUT CATS THAT MIGHT BLOW YOUR MIND

The loudest Purr!

Faster than you think

The richest kitty in town!

Not so sweet

Meow to you!

Merlin, a Black and White Cat from the U.K., has the record for the loudest purr and his purr is 67.8db.

Your little kitty can hit the speeds of around 30mph!

According to "Guinness World Records", when Blackie's millionaire owner passed away, he got a 7-million-pound fortune.

Cats can not detect sweetness, which explains why they are not drawn to it at all.

According  to science, cats only use their meows to talk to humans and not to each  other - except to their mothers when they are kittens.

Why We Love International Cat Day

We love all living beings

A lovely reminder

Fuzzy stress relievers

Holidays  like this show off that as humans, we do love all living beings and  there are more of us who respect and love kitties than those who don't.

It’s  easy to get the idea that we are the most important beings on the  planet, but as a lovely reminder: we are not alone so we need to respect  the other beings' rights and do our part — starting with our pets.

It  is scientifically proven that Cats help to improve mental health as  stress relievers just by being themselves! Petting a fuzzy feline can  cause our bodies to produce stress-reducing hormones.