National Pet Month
UK and US annual celebration of pets
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National Pet Month is a celebration of the benefits that pets bring to people's lives. It also promotes responsible pet ownership.[1][2] National Pet Month is observed annually in the United States in May and from April to May in the United Kingdom.[2][3][1][4]
The campaign is coordinated by multiple organizations, such as the National Office Of Animal Health (NOAH) and the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA).
Purpose
National Pet Month’s aims are to:
- Promote the benefits and responsibilities of pet ownership
- Support pet adoption
- Increase public awareness of services available from professionals who work with animals
- Raise awareness of the role, value and contribution to society of working companion animals