The post National Cat Day 2024: Everything You Need to Know by Ashley Bates appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. However‚ we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article‚ then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. Click to Skip Ahead What Is National Cat Day? How Can You Get Involved in National Cat Day? Shelter Statistics Every day is a day to celebrate our feline companions‚ of course. After all‚ they bring so much entertainment‚ love‚ and excitement into our homes. However‚ there is a nationally agreed upon day that celebrates kitties from all walks of life—National Cat Day. National Cat Day is on October 29. So‚ we will explain a little bit about the purpose of National Cat Day and how you can celebrate it! What Is National Cat Day? National Cat Day is a designed national holiday where you can admire our beloved feline friends. It was designated to create education surrounding homeless cats‚ encouraging all cat lovers to spread the worst and do their part. History of National Cat Day So‚ exactly how long has National Cat Day been a practice? It was first celebrated in 2005. It really caught on and has since become a real tradition for many folks who love cats to celebrate. You can join in the next holiday. Image Credit: Pixel-Shot‚ Shutterstock Relevant Hashtags Make it social media relevant. Use some hashtags to spread the word and get the message out there. Here are a few to use. #nationalcatday #cats #catsofinstagram #instacats #catday #catlover #kitty #kitten #catstagram How Can You Get Involved in National Cat Day? You can get involved in several ways—so do so in a way that makes you happy; a way that makes you say‚ “Mission accomplished!” 1. Have an Appreciation Day with Your Cat When did you last think of something exciting to do with your cat? You can show your feline how much you care about them in many ways. You can do something as simple as getting a new interactive toy and spending the evening playing together. Or‚ if you want to go even bigger‚ you could try: Having a spa day Going on a hike Letting your cat ride in a backpack while you walk Getting a cat hoodie for pouch snuggles or you can devise your own creative way to say‚ “I love you.” 2. Donate to a Cat-Based Organization Do you have a rescue facility or association that is near and dear to your heart? Maybe you could find it in the budget to donate to a special cause. There are plenty of associations that accept donations online. If you prefer to help locally‚ you can always reach out to the organization of your choice and ask how they’d like to receive payment. Some take cash only‚ others can take cards‚ and some facilities would prefer supply donations rather than cash. Sometimes‚ folks don’t realize just how overrun‚ underfunded‚ and overwhelmed shelters and other animal foundations can be. A little bit goes a long way‚ and they always appreciate your kindness. Image Credit: BearFotos‚ Shutterstock 3. Volunteer at a Shelter or Rescue If you want to offer time and not money‚ you can volunteer instead! Many rescues‚ shelters‚ and sanctuaries are understaffed and unable to give attention to each animal individually. If you go in‚ you can interact with the cats as they wish. Some kitties will want to play. Others will want to cuddle. Sometimes‚ certain kitties may want to interact from a distance if they are a bit aloof or afraid. But any interaction helps them not only become more adoptable‚ but it will also light up their day. Living in a tiny kennel can be a challenge for any animal. A cat getting out to stretch their legs‚ sharpen their claws‚ and explore the space is crucial. You could very well be why a kitty’s day was better—and the facility workers will be grateful for your time. 4. Adopt a New Family Member If you wind up at the shelter loving on many homeless kitties‚ you might get an itch. When did you last bring a brand-new purring pal into the home? If your current cat could really use a playmate‚ or you’ve been promising your child that they can have a new pet. There’s never a bad reason to adopt—unless‚ of course‚ you live in a place where you are not allowed to have pets. So‚ if you have been mulling over the idea or feel like now is the time‚ just go for it! You’re sure to find a fantastic kitty that would love to be a part of the family. Image Credit: Susan Schmitz‚ Shutterstock 5. Advocate for Homeless Cats There are even more ways to help homeless cats during this time. You can spread the word about essential statistics and facts via social media channels. Use your voice to spread awareness and prevent homelessness. Even share a few “Adopt Me” posts from shelters. The more cat lovers that can rally together to make a difference‚ the better! 6. Check in on Your Homeless Cats Locally If you live near a town or city‚ you might know of a spot where homeless cats tend to congregate. Many locals take care of these kitties‚ offering essentials like food‚ water‚ insulation‚ and shelter. You can also chip in‚ providing whatever you think might be most needed. You can also create shelter boxes for cold or poor weather. Image Credit: Lea Rae Shutterstock Shelter Statistics Some shelter statistics can not only be alarming; they can be downright heartbreaking. Pet homelessness is an epidemic across the nation‚ and it doesn’t just affect cats—it impacts dogs‚ rabbits‚ horses‚ guinea pigs‚ and any other domestic pet. It is recorded that 7.6 million companion animals are surrendered or taken in every year to shelters across the United States alone. Of all of them‚ 3.4 million are cats. Of that number‚ a whopping 2.7 million cats are euthanized. These numbers are heartbreaking. With the efforts of animal lovers determined to make a difference‚ we can improve the statistics to create an all-time drastic low. Remember to Spay and Neuter Your Cats! One of the biggest messages of National Cat Day is to remember to spay and neuter your cats. Kittens reach sexual maturity very quickly. Many vets recommend getting your kitten fixed before they turn 4 months old. Once a cat reaches sexual maturity‚ poor behaviors can start‚ such as excessive neediness during heat and spraying to mark territory and attract mates. Not only are these behaviors unwanted in the home‚ but it can increase the risk of unwanted cat pregnancy. If your cat falls pregnant‚ it will be your responsibility to vet the mother and kittens on a timed schedule. On average‚ you will also need to secure homes for between 2 to 12 kittens. So‚ it’s always best to spay or neuter. Conclusion So‚ now you can mark National Cat Day down on your calendar. Any cat lover can celebrate this day—whether you own a cat yourself or just love all the cuddly cuties. There are plenty of ways to contribute and celebrate along with the rest of the cat-crazy crowd! If you are interested in participating in an event or visiting a shelter‚ call ahead to get rules and recommendations. Featured Image Credit: cottonbro‚ Pexels The post National Cat Day 2024: Everything You Need to Know by Ashley Bates appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it‚ but all of these articles were assigned‚ contracted and paid for‚ so they aren't considered public domain. 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A prehistoric stone wall more than half a mile long has been discovered on the floor of the Baltic Sea in the Bay of Mecklenburg off the coast of Germany. Around 11‚000 years old‚ it is the oldest human-made structure in the Baltic Sea and one of the documented human-made hunting structures in the world. More than a half mile long‚ it is also one the largest known Stone Age structure in Europe. It is composed of 1‚673 individual boulders placed next to each other for 971 meters along what was the shore of a lake before rising sea levels submerged it around 8‚500 years ago. The deliberate alignment of the stones‚ the way smaller stones were used to connect larger three-foot boulders and the length of the wall indicates this was a megastructure built by Neolithic people‚ not a natural development caused by movement of glaciers. The stones were first spotted by geologists investigating natural formations of manganese crusts on the seabed of Mecklenburg Bay in 2021. They reported the find to the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Office for Culture and Monument Preservation who arranged for a team of multi-disciplinary researchers to investigate the structure. They used submersibles to collected sediment samples‚ created a detailed 3D model of the wall from geophysical data and dove the site to explore the wall close-up. From the sediment samples‚ researchers were able to date construction to around 11‚000 years ago in the early Mesolithic period. It was built by hunter-gatherers who inhabited the area and was likely a drive lane (a means to control the movement of animals to force them into a restricted space or‚ in this case‚ the lake itself) used to hunt migrating Eurasian reindeer. Prehistoric stone walls like these have been found elsewhere in the world (Jordan‚ Canada‚ Saudi Arabia‚ Greenland‚ the United States) but are all but unknown in Europe. The closest comparable example was found at the bottom of Lake Huron in Michigan where a stone wall was used to hunt migrating caribou 9‚000 years ago. It is much shorter a wall than the Mecklenburg megastructure — 98 feet versus 3186 feet. The stone wall and the surrounding seabed will be investigated in more detail using side-scan sonar‚ sediment echo sounder and multibeam echo sounder devices. Additionally‚ research divers from the University of Rostock and archaeologists from the LAKD M-V are planning further diving campaigns to search the stone wall and its surroundings for archaeological finds that could help with the interpretation of the structure. Luminescence dating‚ which can be used to determine when the surface of a stone was last exposed to sunlight‚ may help in determining a more precise date that the stone wall was constructed. Furthermore‚ the researchers intend to reconstruct the ancient surrounding landscape in more detail. “We have evidence for the existence of comparable stone walls at other locations in the Mecklenburg Bight. These will be systematically investigated as well‚” explains Jens Schneider von Deimling from Kiel University. The study has been published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and can be read here.

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