Take Your Cat to Work Day, observed every third Monday of June, invites cat owners to share their office space with their beloved feline companions. This unique holiday encourages employers to embrace the human-animal bond, fostering a more relaxed and joyful work environment. Prepare your workspace, pack your cat’s favorite toys, and get ready for a day of purrs and productivity!
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Expected Take Your Cat to Work Day Deals
While we await official 2027 promotions, history shows that pet retailers and brands often roll out special deals for Take Your Cat to Work Day. Expect discounts on travel carriers, calming treats, and interactive toys from major players like PetSmart and Chewy. Specialty brands such as Jackson Galaxy Collection by Petmate might offer bundles for a stress-free office visit, while subscription boxes like KitNipBox could feature themed boxes. Look for promotions on cat food from Purina and Blue Buffalo, and possibly even pet-friendly office supplies from brands like Staples or Petco. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as June 21 approaches.
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Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #TakeYourCatToWorkDay. Share adorable photos and videos of your feline coworker, showing off their office antics or napping skills.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #TakeYourCatToWorkDay. Film a ‘day in the life’ with your cat at the office, showcasing their journey from home to desk and back.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #TakeYourCatToWorkDay. Create a community poll asking about the funniest cat-at-work moments or best pet-friendly office policies.
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Cats were used as vermin control during the rise of agriculture.
Ancient Egyptians were keen on cats — Bastet, their goddess of warfare, had a cat head.
Cats rule in 34 percent of U.S. homes. There's around 90 million domesticated cats entertaining owners around the country.
In an episode of "The Office," it is revealed that Angela Kinsey keeps her cat named Bandit in the bottom drawer of her filing cabinet.
How Businesses Can Celebrate Take Your Cat to Work Day
Local businesses can embrace Take Your Cat to Work Day by creating a pet-friendly office policy for the day, ensuring designated quiet zones and clear guidelines for pet behavior. Consider hosting a ‘cutest office cat’ photo contest among employees, offering prizes like gift cards to local pet stores or donations to animal shelters. Cafes and co-working spaces could offer special ‘cat-ccino’ deals or provide free treats for visiting felines, fostering a unique and memorable experience for their patrons and their furry companions.
Take Your Cat to Work Day FAQs
When is Take Your Cat to Work Day?
In 2026, Take Your Cat to Work Day falls on Monday, June 15, inviting pet parents to share their office with their beloved felines. It’s a unique opportunity to celebrate the bond with your cat.
How many cats are there in U.S. households?
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, there are approximately 58 million cats in U.S. households, making them incredibly popular companions. Many of these felines could potentially visit offices.
Is Take Your Cat to Work Day a real holiday?
Yes, Take Your Cat to Work Day is a recognized, albeit unofficial, holiday celebrated by cat lovers and pet-friendly workplaces across the United States. It’s a fun way to engage with your pet.
What are the benefits of having pets in the workplace?
Studies suggest that pets in the workplace can reduce stress, improve morale, and even boost productivity among employees. Their presence often fosters a more relaxed and collaborative atmosphere.
Take Your Cat to Work Day Activities
Give Them A Cozy Home
Be sure to bring some cat toys from home — and perhaps their kitty bed as well — so they have familiar smells to help them get acclimated when they get to the office.
Throw A Cat Party
Plan a "White Kitty Exchange" where everyone exchanges random cat-themed gifts.
Host A Cat Adoption
Certain types of workplaces may allow a cat adoption to take place on National Take Your Cat to Work Day. Reach out to your local shelter in advance and see if arranging a cat adoption is paw-sibble.
Why We Love Take Your Cat to Work Day
Move Over Kids and Dogs, It's Meow Time
"Bring your dog to work day" and "bring your kid to work day" have had social attention and acceptance for a long time now, but kitties deserve a day too.
Cats Should Follow Their Curiosity
Some cats are home bodies while others are bold and explorative. Those brave, pawed souls deserve to see where their humans go for so many hours of the day.
Offices Have Tons Of Stuff To Knock Over
From plants to paper weights to paperclips and more, cats will have plenty of new items to disrupt. They'll love pen cups and warm desk lights too. And as far as a distraction goes, an IRL cat beats out a YouTube kitty any day.
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