National Drink Wine With Your Cat Week: Sip, Purr, and Probably Spill
Ah, February: the month of love, chocolate, and, apparently, National Drink Wine with Your Cat Week (who knew?). Yes, it’s a real thing—happening from February 17-23—and while your cat might not be able to hold a glass without knocking it over, you can still make the most of it. Grab a glass of your favorite wine (or whatever your tired self can tolerate) and let’s toast to the only real companion who won’t judge you for drinking straight from the bottle.
What Exactly Is National Drink Wine With Your Cat Week?
National Drink Wine with Your Cat Week was dreamed up in 2018 by the geniuses at Offers.com and PetWinery.com. It’s all about you—yes, you—taking a moment to chill with your furry friend, sipping on something you enjoy, and letting your cat pretend they’re involved. Because, let’s be real, the only thing your cat is really interested in is knocking that glass of wine off your table when you’re not looking.
This week is a chance to unwind, indulge, and appreciate the magical, unpredictable creatures we call cats. While your cat definitely shouldn’t be drinking wine (because that’s just bad for them), you can totally make it a fun celebration for both of you.
Cat-Friendly “Wine” Options (Because Cats Can’t Handle Merlot)
Don’t worry, your cat isn’t being left out of the fun. There are plenty of cat-approved "wines" on the market that are safe for them to sip—although, let’s be honest, the only thing they’ll really want is the smell of your wine and not the weird tuna-flavored liquid in their bowl. Still, they’ll appreciate the gesture.
Here are some purrfect options:
- Pet Winery’s Cat Wine – Think: Salmon, Chicken, or even a Fancy Catnip flavor (because your cat deserves the best).
- Château La Paws – Because your wine collection definitely needs a bottle that gives back. This wine supports animal rescue organizations (sip and do good, people!).
How to Celebrate Without Catastrophe
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Sip & Chill: You and your cat deserve a break. Pour yourself a glass of wine (unless you’re one of those who thinks it’s five o’clock at 10 AM, no judgment) and plop down on the couch. Let your cat curl up and pretend they're interested in your wine. Spoiler: they’re not—they just want to sit in your lap for 10 seconds, then demand snacks.
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Host a Sip & Purr Party: Get on Zoom, gather your fellow wine-loving, cat-obsessed friends, and cheers together. I mean, who needs human interaction when you have cats? Snap a pic of your cat with their "wine" (we know, it’s more like catnip water, but let’s not get technical) and share it with the hashtag #DrinkWineWithYourCatWeek. Bonus points if your cat actually looks like they’re enjoying it.
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Drink Wine, Do Good: While you’re sipping your fancy wine, why not do a little good too? Companies like ONEHOPE and Château La Paws donate a portion of their proceeds to animal charities. So you’re not just getting tipsy—you’re helping save more cats. Now that’s what I call a win-win.
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Take a Wine & Cat Photo: Sure, it sounds ridiculous, but let’s face it—cats are good at doing cute stuff when you least expect it. Why not try to catch that perfect shot of your cat “enjoying” their cat wine? You’ll be a national sensation—or at least a social media one.
Why Celebrate (Besides the Obvious Reason)?
Listen, we all need a reason to laugh, unwind, and do something out of the ordinary. National Drink Wine with Your Cat Week is the perfect time to give your cat a little extra attention (and maybe even a few more treats). Plus, it’s the perfect excuse to finally pop that bottle of wine you’ve been saving for “special occasions” (who needs an occasion when you have a cat, right?).
So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendar for February 17-23, grab your cat, and let the wine flow (at least for you, not your cat). Because if there’s one thing we all need, it’s more wine, more cats, and fewer expectations.
Join the Celebration!
Ready to join the madness? Grab a glass, grab your cat, and head over to my website to make sure you’re ready for National Drink Wine with Your Cat Week with some essential OR goodies (I mean, if you’re not celebrating in the OR, what’s the point?). Whether you’re relaxing with your furry friend or just trying to survive the week, let’s do it with style, a glass of wine, and a lot of laughs.
Cheers to cats, wine, and everything in between! 🐾🍷