"They’re fuzzy, they’re adorable, they invade our lives and take complete command of it and we are their willing slaves. Of course we’re talking about that most amazing house pet, the cat.
These animals have lived alongside humans for almost as long as dogs, and have served purposes as important. From companionship to pest control, they’ve been a wonderful addition to our lives, and Happy Cat Month celebrates all they’ve done, and reminds us of what we should do to make sure we have a happy cat.
History of Happy Cat Month
Happy Cat Month is brought to us by the CATalyst Council to help spread education and awareness about the health, welfare, and importance of companion cats. There’s a misconception that cats are incredibly self-reliant, and just don’t need the kind of molly-coddling you find with dogs. The truth is that cats are incredibly social animals, and they require the same level of care and attention that we lavish on our dogs. But the current idea of what a cat is, is causing a problem, where cats aren’t as enriched, loved, and taken care of health wise as is needed.
The CATalyst Council was was formed after two meetings, Re-Branding Felix and the CATalyst Summit. On the heels of these events the non-profit entity was formed with a focus on Veterinary Medicine, Shelter/Animal Welfare, members of industries related to the organizations efforts like Cat Fanciers, the Media, and various commercial companies. Since its formation they’ve been working to advance the image of cats as caring, affectionate, and needing of human care as much as any pet. Through their efforts they work to bring awareness to cat owners to get their cat’s quality veterinary care, preventative medicines, and that products for cats are safe and suitable for our feline friends.
How to celebrate Happy Cat Month
Think about the last time you took your cat to the vet. When did it happen? Has it been a month? 3? A year? Almost certainly it’s been too long, if your cat hasn’t had a check-up in the last 6 months, it’s time to get one scheduled. Happy Cat Month is also a great opportunity to take some time pouring over what you’re feeding your cat and making sure the ingredients are wholesome and not just filler, and then spending some quality time with your furry friend. Remember, cats love to play and love human attention as much as any pet, so spend Happy Cat Month building a new relationship and new habits with our feline overlords!"
Image above from google and words above from article seen here
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Simba so cute, and happy, in a box
All the best Jan
23 comments:
We don't have a cat now but have in the past and I do love them. Happy Cat Month!
Lovely pictures Jan.
I do like cats.
Tina
Lindos gatos. Te mando un beso.
Hi dear Jan, I love the pictures of these cats! I do love cats! I have had cats most of my life but don't anymore. I really love them and understand their language. Oh, they do love boxes, that is for sure!
Thank you so much for sharing, dear friend. I hope you have a lovely week ahead!
i love these adorable pictures. i am not much of a cat person but acknowledge their cuteness factor!!.
This is a lovely change of pace Jan. I don't have a cat but I do enjoy them. Thank you for another delightful post :)
In my lifetime so far I have owned several cats, though always only one at a time and not a single one would sit, sleep or hide in a box. Preferred sleeping place was always my bed and hiding spots were usually behind one of the many cabinets.
It’s nice to have a "cat day" like that; I love cats, though I don't have one myself.
The cat photos are cute, and your post is interesting.
I wish you a wonderful week ahead!
Every month is Happy Cat Month in this house! Mine are positively spoiled. Xx
Interesting Jan. Used to have a cat, now gone.
I wanted a cat since I was 4 years old. My Mum hated cats and I got a German Shepherd instead (...) Ingo does not like cats and we travel sometimes too long for a cat to understand.
And when I witnessed how my friend´s cats suffered in the end... I think I´d break, so, thanks to FB I enjoy all those wonderful, squirky, lovely, funny, clever cats online. That must do.
Happy Cat Month! Simba is a cutie!
Take care, enjoy your day and the new week ahead.
We've always had cats. Often dogs, as well! All of ours have been adopted fosters.
...in my next life I want to be a cat!
Not just September, but every month is Happy Cat Month. Soft, warm, fluff with razor blades on their feet. Feline overlords, indeed. 😺
My sister has a lovely cat called Mango.
I love kitties too, but I am allergic to them. Hope your cats enjoy their month.
We have had cats in the past, but no longer have one in our apt. My black cat was named Sambuca and he had a touch of white on the tip of his tail and chest. He also liked boxes and especially aluminum foil balls.
We have happy memories of our happy cats over the years :-) Those memories--and this post--made me smile.
thank you for a lovely sharing about cats as pet dear Jan .
even though i was told some spooky stories as child about the cat ,we had cat pet more than a decade i think and it was such a nice experience ,i noticed they like doggies enjoy the human company and try to communicate through gestures ,my mom would get them so well but i wasn't that smart :)
Happy Cat Month!!
We have Penelope. And recently adopted Benny. Benny was our son Sam's cat, but his other cat did not like Benny. Sam asked if we would adopt him, and we did. He and Penelope and Ernie all get along. Yay!
Happy cat month. I'm not a cat person but I like them from afar.
Very cute. I've never had a cat.
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