September Cat Holidays: Health, Pain Awareness, and Good-Fortune Charms
September is a busy month for cat lovers, with several holidays that highlight feline health and enrichment. According to Cat Wisdom 101, Happy Cat Month is celebrated every September to improve feline health, dispel myths about cats being aloof, and boost enrichment so companion cats can live long, joyful lives. The event was originally created and sponsored by the CATalyst Council, a non-profit that advocates for proper care and social needs of felines.
Cat Wisdom 101 also spotlights Animal Pain Awareness Month, a newer holiday that reminds owners that cats often hide pain until it becomes unbearable. Dental pain is common, and signs of discomfort include sudden aggression, hissing at a specific spot, withdrawal, hesitation to jump, changes in grooming, bald spots from licking, a squinty face, flattened ears, hunched posture, and litter box misses. Owners are encouraged to watch for these clues and seek veterinary care.
The article notes that cats love windowsills, but UV rays can raise the risk of squamous cell carcinoma, especially on ear tips and noses. In September, the Association for Maneki Neko Japan celebrates a day for feline good-luck charms on 9/29, chosen for its pun on “Kuru Fuku” (come, good fortune). Finally, Remember Me Thursday is an international social media day that highlights adoptable pets and those who never got a second chance.
Key takeaways
- Happy Cat Month focuses on health, myth-busting, and enrichment.
- Cats hide pain; owners should look for behavioral and physical signs.
- UV exposure on windowsills can increase skin cancer risk.
- 9/29 Maneki Neko day celebrates good-luck charms for cats.
- Remember Me Thursday raises awareness for shelter pets.
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Originally reported by Cat Wisdom 101. Read the full article.
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