A new year means new opportunities to spoil your furry friends—or in the case of a smooth sphynx cat for a sidekick, not-so-furry friends.
To make sure you don’t miss any chances to give your animal companion extra affection (including delicious and nutritious freeze-dried dog treats and freeze-dried cat treats), we compiled this 2023 pet holiday calendar fur your convenience.
2023 Holidays for Pets
Pet Holidays for January 2023
- Walk Your Pet Month
- National Train Your Dog Month — Ever wanted to teach your dog or cat to high-five?
- Unchain a Dog Month
- January 2: Happy “Mew” Year for Cats Day
- January 2: National Pet Travel Safety Day — Ensure safe travels for your pup every time you go for a ride, with these car safety tips for dogs.
- January 14: National Dress Up Your Pet Day
- January 22: National Answer Your Cat’s Question Day
- January 24: Change a Pet’s Life Day
- January 29: Seeing-Eye Guide Dog Anniversary — Wonder what a dog’s-eye view looks like, and if dogs can see in color?
Pet Holidays for February 2023
- Pet Dental Health Month — Maintain your dog’s dental health and breath freshness with this paw-fect guide on why and how to brush dogs’ teeth.
- National Cat Health Month — Keep your kitty bright-eyed and bushy-tailed with our top cat health tips!
- Dog Training Education Month — Learn how to train your dog (and your buddy will be ready for springtime fun.
- Spay/Neuter Awareness Month
- Responsible Pet Owners Month
- February 3: National Golden Retriever Day
- February 3: Doggy Date Night — New activities for dogs, or taking them to new places can be great for their development.
- February 7-14: Have a Heart for Chained Dogs Week
- February 11-12: Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
- February 14: Pet Theft Awareness Day
- February 19: International Tug-of-War Day
- February 19-25: National Justice for Animals Week
- February 20: Love Your Pet Day — Showing love for your pet is easy; recognizing how pets show their love might require some pointers.
- February 22: National Walk Your Dog Day — Love dogs and looking for extra income? Learn how to become a dog walker.
- February 23: International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day
- February 28: World Spay Day
Pet Holidays for March 2023
- Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month
- March 3: If Pets Had Thumbs Day — Have fun imagining what texts from our furry friends might say!
- March 4: Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
- March 5-11: Professional Pet Sitters Week — Show extra appreciation for your pet care professional. Need to find one? Check out our tips to find a pet sitter you can trust.
- March 13: K-9 Veterans Day
- March 21-28: National Animal Poison Prevention Week
- March 23: National Puppy Day
- March 23: Cuddly Kitten Day
- March 28: Respect Your Cat Day — Show compassion for kitty quirks, such as learning why cats like boxes so much.
- March 30: Take a Walk in the Park Day
Pet Holidays for April 2023
- National Pet First Aid Awareness Month — Be prepared to help by learning basic pet first aid with our guide.
- Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month
- Heartworm Awareness Month — Refresh yourself on the signs your dog has heartworm.
- Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
- Canine Fitness/Active Dog Month
- National Adopt a Greyhound Month
- April 1: International Bull Terrier Day
- April 1–7: International Pooper Scooper Week
- April 1–7: National Raw Feeding Week — This beginner’s guide to raw pet food gives a great overview of the raw diet.
- April 4: World Stray Animals Day
- April 6: National Siamese Cat Day
- April 8: National Dog Fighting Awareness Day
- April 9-15: National Dog Bite Prevention Week
- April 9-15: Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week
- April 10: National Hug Your Dog Day
- April 11: National Pet Day
- April 11: Dog Therapy Appreciation Day — Teach your pup to be a great therapy dog with our tips and tricks.
- April 17: Tortoiseshell Cat Appreciation Day
- April 17-23: National Pet ID Week
- April 17-23: Animal Cruelty/Human Violence Awareness Week
- April 19: Pet Owners Day
- April 19: National Cat Lady Day
- April 21: Bulldogs Are Beautiful Day
- April 21: National Pet CBD Day
- April 23: National Lost Dog Awareness Day
- April 23-29: National Scoop the Poop Week
- April 26: National Kids and Pets Day
- April 27: International Guide Dog Day
- April 27: National Little Pampered Dog Day — Treat the special pup in your life with this dog grooming supplies checklist.
- April 29: Hairball Awareness Day
- April 29: World Veterinary Day
- April 30: National Pet Parents Day
- April 30: National Tabby Day
- April 30: Adopt a Shelter Pet Day — The benefits of adopting a shelter pet include healthier, happier animals and adopters.
- April 30: National Therapy Animal Day
- April 30: International Search and Rescue Dog Day
Pet Holidays for May 2023
- National Pet Month
- Chip Your Pet Month — This guide explains the facts and importance of why you should microchip your pet.
- Responsible Animal Guardian Month
- National Service Dog Eye Examination Month
- May 1: National Purebred Dog Day
- May 3: National Specially-Abled Pets Day
- May 4–10: Puppy Mill Action Week
- May 7: Mayday for Mutts
- May 7-13: National Pet Week
- May 7-13: Be Kind to Animals Week
- May 13: National Dog Mom Day
- May 14: National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day
- May 14: International Chihuahua Appreciation Day
- May 20: National Rescue Dog Day — Debunk the top myths about rescue dogs.
- May 30: International Hug Your Cat Day
Pet Holidays for June 2023
- National Foster a Pet Month
- National Pet Preparedness Month
- Adopt a Cat Month (AH) / Adopt a Shelter Cat Month (ASPCA) — Find your new best fur-iend with our tips to adopt a shelter cat.
- National Microchipping Month
- June 4: Hug Your Cat Day
- June 4-10: Pet Appreciation Week — Here’s how to make your pet feel appreciated.
- June 13-20: Animal Rights Awareness Week
- June 14: World Pet Memorial Day
- June 19-23: Take Your Pet to Work Week
- June 19: Take Your Cat to Work Day
- June 19: National Garfield the Cat Day
- June 21: Dog Party Day
- June 23: Take Your Dog to Work Day — Make sure it’s a paw-sitive experience for everyone when you take your dog to work!
- June 24: Cat World Domination Day
- June 24: World Day Against Pet Abandonment
Pet Holidays for July 2023
- Doghouse Repair Month
- National Lost Pet Prevention Month
- National Pet Hydration Awareness Month — Keep your cat hydrated with these safety tips.
- July 1: National ID Your Pet Day
- July 2: International Dog Day
- July 10: National Kitten Day
- July 11: All-American Pet Photo Day
- July 15: National Pet Fire Safety Day — Give yourself peace of mind with emergency preparation and learn pet fire safety.
- July 21: National Craft for Your Local Shelters Day — There are many ways you can give back to support local animal shelters.
- July 21: No Pet Store Puppies Day — To support rescue dog adoption, learn how to help rescue dogs adjust to new homes.
- July 27: Intenational Stray Dog Day
- July 31: National Mutt Day
Pet Holidays for August 2023
- Rawgust — Supply your pups and kitties with the nutrious raw pet food they naturally love.
- National Immunization Awareness Month
- Clear the Shelters Month
- Itchy Pet Awareness Month — Consider these natural remedies for pet allergies.
- August 1: DOGust Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs — Try these seven fun ideas to celebrate your dog’s birthday!
- August 4: Assistance Dog Day
- August 5: Work Like a Dog Day
- August 6-12: International Assistance Dog Week
- August 6-12: Give a Dog a Bone Week
- August 8: International Cat Day
- August 10: Spoil Your Dog Day — These homemade pup-sicles will leave your dog begging for more.
- August 15: National Check the Chip Day
- August 17: National Black Cat Appreciation Day / International Black Cat Day
- August 20: International Homeless Animals Day
- August 22: National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day
- August 23: International Blind Dog Day
- August 26: National Dog Day
- August 28: Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
- August 30: National Holistic Pet Day
Pet Holidays for September 2023
- Happy Cat Month
- National Service Dog Month
- National Pet Insurance Month
- Animal Pain Awareness Month
- Responsible Dog Ownership Month
- Pet Sitter Education Month
- September 1: Ginger Cat Appreciation Day
- September 5: National White Cat Dog
- September 8: National Dog Walker Appreciation Day
- September 12: National Pet Memorial Day — Cherish your furry friend forever in your heart with these unique ways to remember your pet.
- September 12: National Hug Your Hound Day
- September 13: Pet Birth Defect Awareness Day
- September 17: Puppy Mill Awareness Day
- September 17: Responsible Dog Ownership Day
- September 18-24: Adopt A Less-Adoptable Pet Week
- September 19: National Meow Like a Pirate Day
- September 21: National Cat and Dog Gut Health Awareness Day — Nutritional superfoods promote healthy digestion for pets.
- September 23: Dogs in Politics Day
- September 24-30: National Dog Week
- September 24-30: Deaf Dog Awareness Week
- September 25: National Schnauzer Day
- September 28: World Rabies Day
- September 28: Remember Me Thursday
- September 30: National Puppy Mill Survivor Day
Pet Holidays for October 2023
- National Pet Wellness Month
- National Animal Safety and Protection Month — Ensure a fun time at the beach, pool, or lake with these water safety tips for dogs!
- Adopt a Dog Month (AH) / Adopt a Shelter Dog Month (ASPCA) — Learn our best tips to adopt a shelter dog, a.k.a. your newest family member.
- National Pitbull Awareness Month
- October 1: National Fire Pup Day
- October 1: National Black Dog Day
- October 1-7: National Walk Your Dog Week
- October 1-7: Animal Welfare Week
- October 4: World Animal Day
- October 4: World Pets Day
- October 4: Kindness to Animals Day
- October 11: Pet Obesity Awareness Day — If your pet enjoys too many treats, read our advice to help your pet lose weight.
- October 15: National Pug Day
- October 16: National Feral Cat Day
- October 15-21: National Veterinary Technician Week
- October 21: National Fetch Day
- October 22: National Make a Dog’s Day Day
- October 27: National Black Cat Day
- October 29: National Pit Bull Awareness Day
- October 29: National Cat Day
- October 30: National Treat Your Pet Day
Pet Holidays for November 2023
- Adopt a Senior Pet Month — Help your pet live their best golden years with our guide to care for senior dogs and cats.
- National Pet Diabetes Month
- National Pet Cancer Awareness Month
- November 1: National Cook for Your Pets Day — Prepare a special feast of safe raw food for dogs and cats.
- November 5-11: National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week
- November 7: National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day
- November 19: National Get a Pal for Your Pet Day
- November 24: National Border Collie Day
Pet Holidays for December 2023
- National Cat Lovers Month
- December 1: National Twin with Your Dog Day — Thinking of ways to dress your doggo can also inspire holiday gift ideas for pets.
- December 2: National Mutt Day
- December 9: International Day of Veterinary Medicine
- December 10: International Animal Rights Day
- December 15: National Cat Herders Day
