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International Cat Day: Special Ways to Save, Support, and Spoil Your Feline Friends
International Cat Day, celebrated every August 8, is the purr-fect excuse to show your feline friends some extra love and appreciation.
Find fun and meaningful ways to make this day special—from supporting local shelters to pampering your pet with treats and staycations.
Support and Rescue Community Cats
Cat shelter volunteers can play with rescue cats, which rebuilds their trust and teaches them to socialize
Adopt, don’t shop! But if you’re not ready to bring home a new pet, you can still support your local animal shelter.
Looking for ways to help? Check this list of cat rescue organizations. You can volunteer your time, donate money or supplies, or sponsor one of the animals.
Your efforts can keep puspins happy and healthy until they find their forever homes.
1. Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
Established in 1954, PAWS is one of the first animal welfare organizations in the Philippines.
PAWS has plenty of ways for you to help! You can volunteer to play with the cats and clean the shelters, implement their programs in your community, or become a supporting member for ₱300 a month.
You can also donate supplies like pet food, cleaning materials, and old newspapers.
Contact details: Drop off donations at Aurora Boulevard cor. Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights Quezon City, Philippines 1108. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X for their latest events.
The organization began in 2018 when Malou Perez saved 50 dogs scheduled for death by gunshot.
Since then, Pawssion Project has rescued over 2,500 dogs and cats, and spearheaded spaying and neutering community programs. You can support them by donating cash or supplies (check their wish list) or buying their merchandise. You can also volunteer at their Bacolod and Bulacan shelters.
Contact details: Follow them on Facebook and Instagram, and check their heartwarming rescue stories on YouTube. Want to help take care of the cats? Book an appointment or drop by Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Bulacan Shelter: 1429 Paradise 1, Purok 7 Tungkong Mangga, San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan
- Bacolod Shelter: Balay Pawssion, Bacolod, Negros Occidental
CARA isn’t an animal shelter; it’s a spay and neuter facility that runs Catch-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (CNVR) programs to help manage the stray cat population in a humane way.
CARA currently has CNVR programs in Forbes Park, Bel Air, Makati Polo Club, and Fort Bonifacio Development.
Want to help? You can foster rescued kittens or volunteer for their different committees like social media or school workshops. You can also attend workshops on how to start a spay/neuter program in your community.
Contact details: Reach out to them on Facebook and Instagram.
4. Cats of BGC
This organization cares for stray cats in Bonifacio Global City. Volunteers feed the cats and check for any injuries that need veterinary attention.
You can volunteer as a feeder, donate to the medical fund, or foster cats until they find a home.
5. Aklan Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Center (AARRC)
Based in Aklan, Panay Island, the organization rescues stray and abused dogs and cats. It takes care of about 150 animals and has rehomed hundreds more.
You can sponsor a rescued animal (starts at €20 a month, about ₱1,270). Your donations go to food, veterinary care, and housing.
Contact details: The shelter is at Paraiso Rd, Banga, 5601 Aklan. For inquiries, call them at (912) 3349770, email [email protected], or message them on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Support them by donating, volunteering, adopting, or sponsoring spay/neuter assistance programs.
6. Cats Free Adoption and Rescue (CFAAR)
The Facebook group connects potential adopters with rescued cats. Share the posts with your network to help puspins find a loving home.
Contact details: Join the Facebook group.
Treat Your Cat to a Staycation
Going on a trip? Leave your cat in good hands. These top pet hotels provide a happy space and healthy treats. It’s like they went on holiday too!
1. Coreila Pet House (Las Piñas)
Coreila Pet House has many areas where cats can climb and explore, from cat trees to boxes and hampers.
Image Credit: Coreila Pet House Facebook
Does your cat like interacting with other animals? Coreila offers cage-free boarding, so they can play with their new friends. The hotel also has cat trees, scratching posts, and cat toys.
Contact details:
- Rates: ₱400 a day, inclusive of a bath or grooming session
- Address: Block 11, Lot 7, S Marquez Street, Gatchalian Subdivision, Las Piñas City
- Contact: Call (917) 520 5589 or message them on Facebook or Instagram.
1. Snow Angels Pet Hub (Pasay City)
The pet hotel is just a few minutes away from the airport, so you can pick up your cat as soon as you return.
The calming atmosphere helps your pet feel right at home. It even has anti-stress diffusers and cozy areas where cats can hide. Boarding fees include food, vitamins, and treats.
Contact details:
- Rates: ₱400 a day
- Address: 518 Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, Malibay, Pasay City, Metro Manila
- Contact: Call (905) 363 6036, email [email protected] or message them on Facebook.
3. My Pet Space Hotel and Snack Bar (Pasay City)
Aside from the clean and comfortable sleeping and play areas, this hotel can prepare personalized meals and treats. It’s perfect for cats who are picky eaters or have special nutritional needs.
Contact details:
- Rates: Starts at ₱400 a day
- Address: C. Jose corner Estanislao St. , Malibay, Pasay City, Philippines
- Contact: Call (945) 418 4710, email [email protected], or visit their Facebook.
4. Adorafur Happy Stay (Quezon City)
This pet hotel also allows cats to roam freely. It has a large play area and animal-loving staff who give lots of belly rubs and cuddles.
You’ll also receive daily pics and updates, so you know your pet’s safe and having fun.
Contact details:
- Rates: ₱500 a day
- Address: 1235 E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue, Corner Alabama St, New Manila, Quezon City
- Contact: Call (977) 617 2478 or email [email protected]. You can also message them on Facebook or Instagram.
5. Dluxe Pet Hotel and Spa (Quezon City)
Dluxe keeps cats in private rooms rather than cages, so they can play in a home-like environment.
Image credit: Dluxe Hotel Facebook
Does your cat prefer privacy and quiet time? This hotel has mini rooms with comfy pet beds and wall-mounted scratching posts. During group play hours, they can try different cat toys or retreat to cozy hiding nooks.
Dluxe requires a minimum stay of at least three days (or five days during peak holiday seasons).
Contact details:
6. Paws & Fur (Quezon City)
This popular pet hotel also offers grooming and veterinary services. Your cat can enjoy a full “wellness experience” during their stay, including a trim and check-up.
Contact details:
- Rates: Starts at ₱400 a day, depending on services
- Address: 79 Scout Fuentebella, Tomas Morato Ave, Quezon City
- Contact: Call (917) 856 9910 or email [email protected].
Shop for Special Treats and Toys
Limit treats to 10% of your cat’s daily diet. This can mean one treat, a handful of kibble, or one cookie.
Cats enjoy simple pleasures like curling in laundry baskets or pushing objects off shelves and tables. But this International Cat Day, treat them to something special.
- If you’re on a budget: Ziaka Pet Accessories sells catnip, cat snacks, and hydroponic cat grass for as low as ₱39 a piece. Save even more money by using your Go+ promos to get discounts on Lazada.
- If you want vet-approved snacks: Pet Express has a wide range of dry and wet cat food and treats, including Inuba Pudding Cups (₱324 per cup) and Smart Heart Creamy Treats (₱99 per pack).
- Kahayupan sells popular imported brands, including varieties you won’t find in most neighborhood pet stores. Try Friskies Party Mix (₱150 per pack) and Vitakraft Chicken and Cat Grass (₱120 per pack).
- If you prefer homemade healthy treats: Try these easy cat treat recipes from Hillspet, which show how to turn wet or dry cat food into cookies, snacks, or gravy for kibble.
- If you want unique cat toys: Check out Pet Warehouse and Bow & Wow for textured plushies, puzzles, and other interactive toys.
- If your cat’s a climber: Browse The Pet Project’s catalog of cat trees, cat condos, and double-decker cat beds.
Get a Portrait of Your Pet
Pet photographers know how to work with animals, even camera-shy cats. Book a sesh for a solo pet pic or a family portrait.
Pet Visuals Studio can take cute cat pics you can proudly display in your home.
Image Credit: Pet Visuals Studio Facebook
Book a one-hour session, then select your favorite shots for retouching.
You can either get digital-only copies (ranges from ₱400 per file to ₱4290 per package) or get the best pics printed on canvas or metal (up to ₱8,790 per package).
Contact details: Call (939) 590 8549, email [email protected], or message them on Facebook or Instagram.
Carmen Gotz photographs pets in a natural, comfortable environment that brings out their personality.
Image Credit: Pet Impressions by Carmen Gotz
Prefer a photo shoot at home or photos that capture your pet’s personality? Carmen Gotz can go on-location or set up props in her studio. Her work has been featured in local and international magazines and the U.S. book, Cats of Instagram.
Packages start at ₱12,000 for 15 retouched images to ₱25,000 for 32 retouched images (ideal for pet birthdays or events). You can also opt to have some photos mounted or framed.
Contact details: Email [email protected] or message on Facebook or Instagram.
Watch the Most Purr-fect Shows
Celebrate Cat Day with Netflix documentaries about cat behavior and the beautiful bonds they form with their human. Use Globe to sign up for a Netflix subscription.
- Inside the Mind of a Cat: Dive into the fascinating world of feline psychology. The show explains how cats think, feel, and communicate.
- Cat People: Hear stories of some of the most remarkable and surprising "cat people" who have built their lives around their pets.
There are many ways to celebrate International Cat Day, from helping stray cats in the Philippines to pampering your pet.
Ready to send some love to your feline friends? Use GCash to donate to shelters or shop for treats. You can even use Go+ promos to get vouchers for SM stores and Lazada.
Keep your fur baby healthy and happy beyond Cat Day. Use the PetPal app to schedule vaccines, home visits, and other cat services. You’ll know they’re in purrfect health throughout the year.
