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National Pet Month

A UK campaign each spring promoting responsible pet ownership and the benefits of pets, run from 1 April to 5 May in 2026.

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About the day

National Pet Month is run by UK Pet Food and the National Office of Animal Health. It shares advice on caring for pets well and celebrates the role they play in people's lives.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20271 April to 5 May 2027UKProvisional until the organiser confirms
20281 April to 5 May 2028UKProvisional until the organiser confirms
20291 April to 5 May 2029UKProvisional until the organiser confirms

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