March 28

Respect Your Cat Day

Show your furry feline some love on Respect Your Cat Day - give them extra treats, a cozy spot to nap, and plenty of cuddles!

Yearly Date
March 28
Type
Day
Category
Animal

Introduction

Celebrate Respect Your Cat Day on March 28 with some extra love and attention for your feline friend! This special day was created to recognize cats as sentient beings who deserve respect and compassion. It's also a great opportunity to show appreciation for all the ways they enrich our lives, from their playful antics to their purrs of contentment.

Respect Your Cat Day Timeline

7000 BC
Domestication of Cats
Archaeological evidence shows that cats were first domesticated in the Near East around 7000 BC.
2500 BC
Cats in Ancient Egypt
Cats were revered and even worshipped in Ancient Egypt from around 2500 BC.
1700s
Cats in America
European settlers brought domestic cats to North America in the 1700s.
1964
First Cat Cafe
The world's first cat cafe, "Cat Garden," opened in Taipei, Taiwan, promoting the idea of cat-human companionship.
1980s
Rise in Indoor Cats
The trend of keeping cats indoors for their safety and well-being became popular in the United States during the 1980s.
2005
Establishment of Respect Your Cat Day
Respect Your Cat Day was established, encouraging people to show extra love and respect towards their feline companions.

How to Celebrate Respect Your Cat Day

1

Make your cat a special treat

Show your cat how much you care by making them a special treat that they'll love. Whip up some tuna and salmon treats, or try making some homemade cat nip treats.

2

Take them to the vet

Is it time for your cat's annual checkup? Make sure they get all their shots and vaccinations, as well as any other tests they need to stay healthy.

3

Give them extra cuddles

Cats love cuddles, so give them extra attention today. Take some extra time to brush and pet them, or just sit and let them purr in your lap.

4

Buy them new toys

Treat your cat to a few new toys to keep them entertained throughout the day. You can find all kinds of fun cat toys online or at your local pet store.

Why We Love Respect Your Cat Day

A

Cats are lovable

Cats have a special way of knowing when we need a hug or just some love and affection. They can be goofy, cuddly and sometimes demanding but no matter what they always show us how much they care!

B

Caring for cats helps reduce stress

There's nothing quite like snuggling up with your furry friend to release stress and find inner peace. Also, research has also found that petting cats can help lower blood pressure and increase feelings of joy and calmness in its owners.

C

The bond between cats and people

The relationship between people and cats is like no other, it's special because of how honest the two species are with one another. Through gestures like head bumps, purrs, gazing into each other’s eyes, or simply sitting together on the couch cats show us just how much they revere us in return!

Respect Your Cat Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 27
Monday
2024
Mar 27
Wednesday
2025
Mar 27
Thursday
2026
Mar 27
Friday
2027
Mar 27
Saturday