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- Animal
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- United States
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- Every January 14
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National Dress Up Your Pet Day celebrates our beloved animal companions every January 14. This fun observance encourages pet owners to dress their furry, scaly, or feathered friends in safe and comfortable attire. Show off your pet’s unique personality, snap some adorable photos, and share their fabulous looks with the world!
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National Dress Up Your Pet Day timeline
Collars were used as the first items of adornment on dogs in Ancient Egypt.
Celebrating pet fashion was initiated by Colleen Paige.
A dog fashion show titled ‘Last Bark at Bryant Park’ was held in New York.
The market for clothing lines for pets booms and exceeds the £30m mark
National Dress Up Your Pet Day FAQs
When is National Dress Up Your Pet Day?
In 2027, National Dress Up Your Pet Day will be observed on Thursday, January 14. This steady mid-January date offers a consistent annual occasion for pet owners to get creative with their companions’ wardrobes.
How many households own pets in the U.S.?
The number of pet-owning households in the U.S. remains consistently high, with over two-thirds of homes sharing their lives with at least one animal companion. This widespread pet ownership fuels the enthusiasm for holidays like Dress Up Your Pet Day.
What is the economic impact of the U.S. pet industry?
The pet industry continues to experience robust growth, reflecting the deep bond between humans and their pets. A considerable portion of this spending goes towards pampering pets with various products, including stylish outfits and accessories, showcasing the importance of pet well-being and expression.
Is dressing up pets safe and ethical?
The key to ethical pet dressing lies in ensuring the pet’s comfort and health. Costumes should never impede movement, breathing, or vision, and owners should always supervise their pets while dressed. The goal is enjoyment for both pet and owner, not distress.
National Dress Up Your Pet Day Activities
Have a friend take photos of you and your pet’s new outfits
Did you even dress up your dog if you didn’t take a picture of it? You need to commemorate you and your dog looking styling! Have a mini-photoshoot, and upload the pictures to your social media. Or, if your friends aren’t nice enough to indulge you, take a selfie, or 3, or 10. Either way, the moment is captured.
Use #DressUpYourPetDay on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
In case you live under a rock, we have a memo for you: the internet is extremely creative! Search this hashtag to see how other dog owners have dressed up their dogs in the past. You’ll get inspired immediately. And who knows? You might start some friendly competition! We believe in you; you’ll win!
If you have kids, but no pets, dress them up instead.
The FOMO doesn’t have to be real. If you don’t have pets, you can dress up your children instead! And if you really want to stick with the theme, you can grab a friend’s dog and go wild. I’m sure your friends wouldn’t mind you babysitting their dogs for a couple hours!
Why We Love National Dress Up Your Pet Day
Clothes can reveal your pet’s personality
People dress up to show off their personality. So why shouldn’t your pet do the same? Whether your dog is flirtatious, tough, smart or sassy, she deserves an outfit that matches her persona. Your diva dog can get a pink, bedazzled sweatshirt. Your tough dog can get a doggy crew neck sweater. The options are endless, and we want you to try them all! (And we’re sure your dog does too.)
Celebrating holidays is more fun with your pet
Even something as silly as spending a day dressing up your pet is quality time, and your pet relishes it. Sorry, did we say silly? We meant amazing. Your pet will love that you’re spending time together, and your friends will love that you posted it on the ‘Gram. Facebook and Instagram likes, here you come! Your picture might even impress that cute guy or girl you’ve been eyeing.
It’s probably cold outside anyway
It’s still January, which means that many places are experiencing cold weather right now. And remember: dogs get cold too! Just as you’re not supposed to walk your dog when it’s too hot, you need to put a sweater on your dog when it’s too cold. So protect your dog from the winter elements by showing some National Dress Up Your Dog Day pride. Treat your fur-baby with that extra layer of warmth, and make sure it is comfortable for them to walk around in!
National Dress Up Your Pet Day dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | January 14 | Thursday |
| 2028 | January 14 | Friday |
| 2029 | January 14 | Sunday |
| 2030 | January 14 | Monday |
| 2031 | January 14 | Tuesday |
