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Feline fans, it's time to get ready to celebrate Global Cat Day on October 16! This day was created in 2002 as a way to raise awareness and appreciation for cats around the world. It's also a great opportunity to educate people about the importance of caring for cats, and advocating for their welfare. From cuddling with your cat to donating to an animal shelter, there are plenty of ways you can show your love and appreciation for cats on this special day. So let's all come together and celebrate these amazing animals!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>7500 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cats Domestication Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cats were first domesticated in the Near East around 7500 BC, creating a long-lasting bond between humans and felines.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cats Worshiped in Egypt</div><div class='timeline-text'>In ancient Egypt, cats were revered and worshiped as sacred animals, with goddess Bastet often depicted with a lioness's head.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cats Sail with Explorers</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cats became shipmates during the Age of Exploration, helping to control pests and providing companionship to sailors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1887</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Cat Show</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known cat show is held at London's Crystal Palace, introducing competitive breeding and promoting different breeds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Global Cat Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Global Cat Day was created to increase public awareness about feline welfare and appreciation, celebrating cats worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Now</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Love for Cats</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cats remain one of the most popular pets globally, with millions of cat lovers celebrating Global Cat Day annually.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Adopt a cat</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The most obvious way to celebrate Global Cat Day is to adopt a cat from an animal rescue. You will be giving an unwanted animal a forever home and you will also get the chance to make a new best friend.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a cat charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you can't adopt, you can still help cats in need by donating to a local or national cat charity. This will provide much needed funds for those organizations and help them continue their work to care for and protect cats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a cozy movie night featuring all things cat related. From animated films such as The Aristocats, to live action classics like Breakfast at Tiffany's, there is sure to be something to please every cat lover.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a cat cafe adventure</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Cat cafes are becoming increasingly popular and are the perfect way to celebrate Global Cat Day. Enjoy coffee and treats while spending time with cats in a relaxed environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local animal shelter or rescue centre and spend some time with the cats there. You may even find yourself wanting to take one home with you!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cats are adorable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cats, with their big eyes and fluffy fur, have the ability to melt hearts everywhere they go. They have an almost hypnotic quality and often times people can't help but be drawn in by their personalities - even if it's just for a few minutes at a time!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cats are independent & affectionate</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cats are incredibly independent creatures who enjoy their alone time. But when you want to cuddle up with your feline friend and show them some love, they will gladly return the favor with purrs, headbutts and maybe even tickles under the chin!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cats provide companionship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cats make great companions as they are loving, loyal and most of all, genuinely enjoy their humans’ company. As such, having a cat can greatly reduce feelings of loneliness or depression by providing unconditional love and unconditional support.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Global Cat Day is Celebrated in Different Ways All over the World</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to celebrating the bond between cats and humans, Global Cat Day also encourages initiatives such as TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) programs to create a healthy stray cat population.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Global Cat Day Originally Started as National Feral Cat Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>The holiday was first introduced by Alley Cat Allies in the US as 'National Feral Cat Day' to address stray and feral cat issues and then later grew into Global Cat Day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are Dedicated Cat Holidays Across Various Nations</h3><p class='facts-content'>Whilst Global Cat Day is celebrated on October 16th, international observances include Russia's Cat Day on March 1st, and Japan's Cat Day on February 22nd.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cats have Ancient Connection with Humans</h3><p class='facts-content'>Evidence suggests the domestication of cats took place as early as 7500 BC and they were later worshipped in Ancient Egypt.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cats have a Calming Effect on Humans</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have found that owning a cat can lower stress and anxiety, providing psychological health benefits.</p></div></div>
Global Cat Day is celebrated on October 16 every year. In 2024 Global Cat Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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