National Pet Month

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

References

  1. 1 2 "Don't forget our feathered friends". Daily Echo. April 8, 2017. Retrieved 2026-08-22 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. 1 2 "National Pet Month". The Boston Globe. May 20, 1990. Retrieved 2026-08-22 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ↑ "Walmart, Thomas J. O'Connor team up for National Pet Month". The Republican. June 5, 2025. Retrieved 2026-08-22 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ↑ "Moving home? Don't be in the dog house with your pets". Beccles and Bungay Journal. April 20, 2007. Retrieved 2026-08-22 – via Newspapers.com.
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