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Get ready to celebrate our furry, feathered, and scaly friends all month long for World Animal Month in October! This special month was established in 1925 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare and is dedicated to raising awareness about animal welfare and conservation. From our beloved pets to endangered species, animals hold a special place in our hearts and this month gives us an opportunity to appreciate them even more. So let's use this month as a reminder to treat all animals with love, kindness, and respect – because they truly deserve it.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1925</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of World Animal Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Fund for Animal Welfare founded World Animal Month in October to promote animal welfare and conservation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Universal Declaration of Animal Rights</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Universal Declaration of Animal Rights was proposed by the International League of Animal Rights, highlighting the importance of animal welfare.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Wildlife Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Wildlife Day was announced by the United Nations as a day to celebrate and raise awareness for the world's wild animals and plants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Animal Welfare Act Amendments</div><div class='timeline-text'>Significant amendments were made to the Animal Welfare Act in the United States enforcing stricter regulations toward animal treatment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pet Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Pet Week, inaugurated by the American Veterinary Medical Association in the US, started to recognize the importance of pets.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Animal Adoption Initiatives</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 2000s saw a significant rise in animal adoption initiatives and shelter support globally, advocating for the rehoming of abandoned animals.</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'>Volunteer at an animal shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time giving back to animals in need by volunteering at a local animal shelter. You can help with tasks such as walking dogs, playing with cats, and cleaning cages.</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'>Host a pet adoption event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Partner with a local animal rescue organization to host a pet adoption event. This will not only help find homes for animals in need, but also raise awareness about the importance of adopting rather than buying pets.</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'>Create artwork inspired by animals</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make some artwork inspired by your favorite animals. You can paint, draw, or even sculpt using materials found in nature to create beautiful pieces of art.</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'>Organize a fundraiser for an animal charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family to host a fundraiser for an animal charity of your choice. You can have a bake sale, garage sale, or even create and sell handmade items to raise money for a good cause.</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'>Go on an animal-themed adventure</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a day trip or weekend getaway to visit a zoo, aquarium, or wildlife sanctuary. This is a fun and educational way to celebrate World Animal Month and learn more about different species of animals.</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'>It brings awareness to animal causes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Animal Month is a time to recognize and support various animal charities and organizations. It raises awareness for the issues facing animals around the world and helps bring attention to their rights and well-being.</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'>It encourages compassion towards animals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During World Animal Month, people are encouraged to show love and kindness towards animals by adopting rescue pets, volunteering at shelters, or donating to animal charities. This month serves as a reminder to treat all creatures with care and respect.</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'>It celebrates our furry friends</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you have pets of your own or just admire them from afar, World Animal Month is a time to celebrate all the joy and companionship that animals bring into our lives. It's a way to honor the bond between humans and animals and appreciate all the wonderful creatures in the world.</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'>The Animal Kingdom is Highly Diverse</h3><p class='facts-content'>Scientists estimate that there are close to 8.7 million different species in the animal kingdom, out of which, only around 1.2 million have been identified and described till date.</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'>Animals have unique survival tactics</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many animals have evolved unique capabilities to survive in tough environments, such as the ability of camels to subsist for long durations without drinking water in the desert or polar bears to survive in Arctic's subzero temperatures.</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'>Animals Exhibit Compassionate Behavior</h3><p class='facts-content'>Animals often display compassionate behavior towards their own kind or even other species. There are numerous examples in nature of animals caring for others in their group, displaying empathy, and even rescuing or adopting other animals.</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'>Invertebrates Make Up Majority of Animal Species</h3><p class='facts-content'>Invertebrates, or animals without a backbone, make up around 97% of the known animal species on Earth. This category includes spiders, insects, crabs, jellyfish, and more.</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'>Honeybees are Fascinating Pollinators</h3><p class='facts-content'>Honeybees are among the world's most crucial pollinators, with their pollination contributing to one-third of the food we eat. A single honeybee can visit 50-100 flowers during each foraging trip.</p></div></div>
World Animal Month is celebrated on October 1 every year. In 2024 World Animal Month will occur on a Tuesday.
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