Take Your Cat To Work Day

History:

Take Your Cat To Work Day, a fun celebration that started with Pet Sitters International, an organization that creates awareness about the benefits of pet ownership. Pet Sitters International created Take Your Pet To Work Week to provide an avenue for people with pets other than dogs to celebrate. Cats can attract customers, reduce stress, and get rid of any pests that might show up in the workplace; however, you should be aware of how to keep yourself and your co-workers safe and happy before bringing your kitty into the office for Take Your Cat To Work Day.

How to Celebrate/ To do list Ideas:

• Get permission before bringing in your cat: clear it with management.
• Keep your cat comfortable.
• Avoid forcing co-workers to interact with your cat.
• You could put up a sign letting other humans know how your cat is likely to respond.
• Best to keep your cat near you.
• Participate with a purpose.
• Have an exit strategy.
• Decide if this is right for your cat.
• If bringing your cat to work isn't an option, you could display a picture of it instead.
• You could take part in a "funny cat video contest" with your feline-owning coworkers.
• Invite representatives from a local shelter or rescue to show cats that are in need of adoption.
• You could raise funds at work for cat shelters and rescues.
• If you don't have a cat, today is the perfect day to adopt one.
• Post pictures of your cat on social media along with the hashtag #TakeYourCatToWorkDay.

Gift Ideas:

Cat Apparel & Accessories

Here's a storage basket for your cat to store its things while you're at work, high capacity, and it can carry your cat's other stuff.

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Cat Mom Gift Tumbler

You know how much your officemate loves her cat. This tumbler is a great choice for her. It's stylish, useful and it carries a message she'll love. And it even fits in most car cup holders!