National Cat Herders Day

Next celebratedTuesday, December 15, 2026

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

See how to celebrate

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Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar TeamHave an update or spot an error?

YEARLY DATEDecember 15

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFun

SUBCATEGORYSilly

INTRO

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!

TIMELINE

National Cat Herders Day Timeline

Cat Herders Day Creation

National Cat Herders Day is inaugurated to honor individuals who care for cats.

Increased Awareness

During the 1990s, public awareness about the holiday grows, and communities begin to celebrate with increased enthusiasm.

Shelter Partnerships

Throughout the 2000s, local animal shelters start hosting events on National Cat Herders Day to encourage adoption and volunteering.

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.

30th Anniversary

On the 30th anniversary of National Cat Herders Day, special events and celebrations take place across the United States, honoring cat caregivers.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Cat Herders Day

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.

ORGANIZE

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!

WATCH

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!

MAKE

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.

HOST

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 THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Cat Herders Day

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.

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.

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!