by Mewla Young Ā 24 jan 2026
Celebrate Cats All Month Long!
February isnāt just for Valentineās Dayāitās also packed with meaningful and funĀ cat holidays in FebruaryĀ that celebrate feline love, responsible pet ownership, and lifesaving awareness campaigns. Whether youāre a devoted cat parent or an animal advocate, these observances are the perfect way to honor cats all month long.
Cat holidays in February include Spay & Neuter Awareness Month, Cuddling Cat Day (Feb. 14), World Spay Day, Love Your Pet Day, and other awareness campaigns dedicated to cat welfare and responsible pet ownership.
February Is Spay & Neuter Awareness Month
The entire month of February is recognized as Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, an initiative created by the Humane Society of the United States. This campaign focuses on educating pet parents about the importance of sterilization in reducing cat overpopulation and shelter euthanasia rates.[1]
Fix by Five Month (February)
February is also known asĀ Fix by Five Month, led by the United Spay Alliance through itsĀ Feline Fix by FiveĀ campaign. The goal is to encourage veterinarians and pet parents to spay or neuter kittensĀ before five months of ageāa proven way to prevent unwanted litters before cats reach sexual maturity.
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šĀ Learn how you can help save cats and kittens by visiting the Fix by Five campaign.
Other February Pet Awareness Campaigns
In addition to Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, February also highlights several initiatives that promote responsible pet care and help reduce euthanasia:
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- National Prevent a Litter Month
- Responsible Pet Owners Month
Each year, an estimatedĀ 6ā8 million cats and dogs enter U.S. shelters, and thousands are euthanized daily. These awareness campaigns exist to help change those statistics through education, advocacy, and action.[2, 3]
Individual Day/Week February Cat Holidays You Should Know
Below is a complete list ofĀ cat holidays in February, perfect for celebrating your feline friends and spreading awareness.
šFebruary 14: Cuddling Cat Day
What better day than Valentineās Day to celebrate feline affection?Ā Cuddling Cat DayĀ is dedicated to all things snugglyāpurring lap cats, cozy naps, and heart-melting cuddles.
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We even created this holiday ourselves to honor the special bond between cats and their humans.
š¾ February 14: Pet Theft Awareness Day
Valentineās Day is alsoĀ Pet Theft Awareness Day, a reminder to keep the pets we love safe. This observance highlights the importance of microchipping, secure fencing, and awarenessāespecially for highly adoptable or purebred pets.
š· Third Full Week of February: National Drink Wine With Your Cat Week
White or red? It doesnāt matter!Ā National Drink Wine With Your Cat Week is a lighthearted celebration created by PetWinery, the company known for making alcohol-free ācat wine.ā[4]
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Grab your favorite glass, let your cat enjoy their own safe treat, and toast to feline companionship. Or watch the Cuddling Cats enjoying the day, below.
Watch Kwazi, Uli, and Ginger enjoy Drink Wine With Your Cat Day.
ā¤ļø February 20: Love Your Pet Day
Love Your Pet DayĀ is like a second Valentineās Dayāthis time dedicated to celebrating the unconditional friendship of your furry family members. Extra treats, playtime, or cuddles are highly encouraged.[4]
Fourth Full Week of February: National Justice for Animals Week
Because animals cannot speak for themselves, they can become easy victims of cruel acts by humans. National Justice for Animals Week is a time to help people become aware of Ā the many crimes committed against animals.[5] The event is promoted by the Animal Legal Defense Fund. This organization files lawsuits to protect animals from harm. They also support animal protection legislation, fight legislation thatās harmful to animals, and provide resources to law students and professionals who promote animal law. Watch their video about at https://aldf.org/article/national-justice-for-animals-week-defining-justice/ or look for National Justice for Animals Week events at your local university.
š Fourth Tuesday in February: World Spay Day
World Spay DayĀ is an annual global campaign led by Humane Society International and the Humane Society of the United States. It emphasizes the critical role spaying and neutering play in improving animal welfare worldwide.
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šĀ Learn more about how spay and neuter programs save lives in our World Spay Day resource hub.
There are many ways you can learn more about T-N-R. Find guides and step-by-step how-toās at:
https://www.alleycat.org/resources/get-informed-discover-the-truth-about-feral-cats/
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Celebrate Cats All February Long
Thank you for joining us in recognizing and celebrating these importantĀ February cat holidays. From cuddles and wine weeks to lifesaving awareness campaigns, every observance is a chance to make the world a better place for cats.
REFERENCES
- Kaua’i North Shore Animal Clinic (Feb2024). Ā National Spay/Neuter Awareness Month: The Importance of Responsible Pet Ownership. Downloaded January 11, 2026 from https://www.kauainorthshoreanimalclinic.com/blog/national-spay-neuter-awareness-month-the-importance-of-responsible-pet-ownership/
The National Humane Education Society. The Advantages of Spaying and Neutering. Downloaded January 11, 2026 from https://www.nhes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Advantages-of-Spaying-and-Neutering-Your-Companion-Animal.pdf
10 Amazing Facts for Prevent-A-Litter Month. Downloaded January 24, 2026 from https://mewlayoung.com/spay-neuter-awareness-month/
Cat Tipper. February Cat Holidays. Downloaded January 24, 2026 from https://www.cattipper.com/cat-holidays-special-observances#February_2024
National Justice for Animals Week Top Defenders. Downloaded January 24, 2026 from
https://aldf.org/article/national-justice-for-animals-week-top-defenders/