Date
Saturday
Apr
19

April 19

National Cat Lady Day

It's time to embrace your inner cat lady and celebrate National Cat Lady Day with your feline friends! 🐱😻

Yearly Date
April 19
Type
Day
Category
Animal
Country
Canada
Creator
Susan Michals
Founded
2015

Introduction

Calling all feline lovers, National Cat Lady Day is just around the corner on April 19! This day celebrates the special bond between women and their beloved cats. Whether you have one cat or a whole fur family, this holiday is for you. Did you know that ancient Egyptians were the first to domesticate cats and worship them as sacred animals? It's no wonder why we still can't resist those fluffy creatures today. So break out your favorite cat-themed attire and spoil your furry friends with some extra treats – after all, they deserve it!

National Cat Lady Day Timeline

1800s
Cats as Home Pets
In the 1800s, domestic cats began to be kept as house pets, particularly among the upper class in Europe.
1911
First Cat Show in America
Madison Square Garden, New York, hosted the first significant cat show in the United States.
1950s
Rise in Cat Ownership
Cat ownership in the U.S. saw a stark rise, with many people favoring cats for their low maintenance lifestyle.
1981
Crazy Cat Lady Stereotype
The term "Crazy Cat Lady" became popularized, often used in a derogatory way to refer to single women with cats.
2017
National Cat Lady Day Creation
Susan Michals, an advocate for animal rescues, declared April 19th as the National Cat Lady Day as a way to challenge stereotypes and celebrate the bond between women and felines.
2020
COVID-19 and Cat Adoption Rates
Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, a rise in pet adoption, particularly cats, was seen as more people stayed home.

How to Celebrate National Cat Lady Day

1

Host a cat-themed movie night

Gather your fellow cat ladies and have a movie night featuring films with cats as the main stars. Some options could include "The Aristocats," "Puss in Boots," or "Homeward Bound."

2

Adopt a new furry friend

What better way to celebrate National Cat Lady Day than by adding a new feline member to your family? Visit your local animal shelter and give a loving home to a cat in need.

3

Get crafty with a cat DIY project

Put your creative skills to use and make some fun cat-themed crafts, such as homemade toys, cat-shaped pillows, or personalized water bowls for your furry friends.

4

Attend a cat convention

Believe it or not, there are actually conventions dedicated to cats and their owners. Attend one and connect with other cat enthusiasts while learning more about feline care and behavior.

5

Volunteer at a cat shelter

Spend the day giving back and showing love to cats in need by volunteering at a local shelter. You can help with tasks like cleaning, socializing with the cats, or assisting with adoption events.

Why We Love National Cat Lady Day

A

It celebrates the unique bond between a cat lady and her feline companion(s)

National Cat Lady Day honors the special relationship between a woman and her cats. It acknowledges the love, companionship, and joy that these furry friends bring to our lives.

B

It promotes awareness of cat adoption and support for shelters

Cat ladies often have big hearts and can't resist adopting stray or abandoned cats. This day allows for the spotlight to be on these felines in need and encourages others to adopt or support their local animal shelter.

C

It challenges stereotypes and celebrates female empowerment

The term "cat lady" has often been used as a negative stereotype, but National Cat Lady Day embraces it and showcases strong, independent women who love their cats unapologetically. It's a day to celebrate female empowerment and break down stereotypes surrounding single women and their relationships with cats.

National Cat Lady Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Apr 18
Tuesday
2024
Apr 18
Thursday
2025
Apr 18
Friday
2026
Apr 18
Saturday
2027
Apr 18
Sunday