December 15

National Cat Herders Day

Celebrate National Cat Herders Day with your furry friends - show them some extra love and attention today!

Yearly Date
December 15
Type
Day
Category
Fun

Introduction

Get ready to celebrate National Cat Herders Day on December 15! This special holiday was created in 1985 to honor the hardworking individuals who help cats stay safe and healthy. It's a day filled with fun activities, like herding your own cats around the house or visiting local animal shelters. Celebrate this unique holiday by showing appreciation for all of our furry friends and their caretakers!

National Cat Herders Day Timeline

1985
Cat Herders Day Creation
National Cat Herders Day is inaugurated to honor individuals who care for cats.
1990s
Increased Awareness
During the 1990s, public awareness about the holiday grows, and communities begin to celebrate with increased enthusiasm.
2000s
Shelter Partnerships
Throughout the 2000s, local animal shelters start hosting events on National Cat Herders Day to encourage adoption and volunteering.
2010
Online Celebrations
With the rise of social media, people around the world start posting photos and stories on websites like Facebook and Instagram to celebrate.
2015
30th Anniversary
On the 30th anniversary of National Cat Herders Day, special events and celebrations take place across the United States, honoring cat caregivers.

How to Celebrate National Cat Herders Day

1

Visit a Cat Herding Farm

Take a trip to the countryside and visit a cat herding farm! Spend the day with the cats, feed them treats, and take some pictures. It's the perfect way to appreciate these hardworking felines.

2

Organize a Cat Herding Group

Gather your friends and organize a cat herding group. Everyone can bring their cats, practice herding techniques, and share stories about their cats. It's sure to be a purrfect time!

3

Watch Cat Herding Videos

Surf YouTube for some amazing cat herding videos. Learn more about this unique activity and get inspired to try it yourself!

4

Make Cat Herding Art

Create art inspired by cat herding. Paint a picture of cats in a field or make a sculpture of cats chasing each other around. You can also write stories or poems about cat herding.

5

Host A Cat Herding Party

Invite your friends over and host a cat herding party! Have everyone bring their cats and teach them how to herd together. Don't forget to provide snacks and drinks for everyone afterwards.

Why We Love National Cat Herders Day

A

They are skilled professionals

Cat herders are highly trained professionals, who know how to safely handle and care for cats. This means they are prepared to recognize signs of discomfort or illness in the animals they are caring for, and take the necessary steps to keep them safe and well.

B

They develop a bond with their cats

Cat herders spend so much time with their animals that they often develop strong bonds. Not only does this create a trusting relationship between cat and herder, it also means the animal is better able to trust humans in general - a valuable trait every cat needs!

C

They protect feral cats

By working with feral cats, cat herders can help these animals receive food, shelter, medical attention and whatever else they need. This helps reduce the number of unwanted kittens born into already overcrowded shelters, and takes fear out of the equation by connecting individuals with assurance their lost cats will be returned to them.

National Cat Herders Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Dec 14
Thursday
2024
Dec 14
Saturday
2025
Dec 14
Sunday
2026
Dec 14
Monday
2027
Dec 14
Tuesday