National Cat Lovers Month

From serious subject matter to celebrations of silliness, our calendars are positively littered with reminders of holidays in praise of our purring pals. But did you know that fans of felines have their own 31-day holiday–National Cat Lovers Month–to celebrate their status as ailurophiles?

When is National Cat Lovers Month?

Launched in 2014 by Catster (then a print magazine and now published online), December is National Cat Lovers Month!

Ways to Celebrate

Why not mark the annual observance by:

Visiting a cat cafe

A feline-themed phenomenon which originated in Japan, today there are well over 70 facilities in the US that have combined food, philanthropy and our furry friends–with even more joining the virtual clowder in the near future!

Give yourself a treat and get your nom on in a cat cafe’s restaurant area, then feast your eyes on a plethora of rescue purring machines at play in their own kitty quarters as they wait for the day when they meet their forever pet parent.

Don’t miss our Cat Cafe Directory for information on cat cafes around the world!

Immortalizing your feline friend

While every proud pet parent takes photos of their four-legged family members, why not have a pet portraitist or caricaturist capture the cuteness of your cat for posterity?

You can also enjoy some parent/pet bonding time by unleashing your inner PiCATsso or FURida Kahlo and creating your own masterpiece, with your cat acting as a muse.

Literally wearing your heart on your sleeve

Display your fondness for felines with fashion! Let today’s trend of wearing attire and accessories that spell out a person’s feelings with phrases show the world your passion for compassion toward companion animals and various paws causes.

Giving yourself the gift of time with your cat companion

In the hustle and bustle of daily life sometimes it’s hard to carve out time to spend with those you love– including the members of your fur family. This December give yourself the gift of extra precious moments spent playing with or cuddling your pal with paws.

Sharing your love of cats with cats in need

While December is Cat Lovers’ Month, it is also the traditional month for giving. Whether making a contribution to your local shelter with a donation of funds or much-needed supplies or helping homeless cats by volunteering, by giving the gift of your time and skills you receive the gift of joy in return.