14 January : National Dress Up Your Pet Day
It’s National Dress Up Your Pet Day on January 14th every year , when pet parents showcase pictures of their pets, whether they are dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, rabbits, turtles, and more, dressed up in super cute costumes and posted in social media.
The origin of this celebration dates back to 2009 when Colleen Paige, pet lifestyle expert, wanted pet owners and their pets spend time together through the activity of dressing up their pets.
Nowadays, pet fashion market, including outfits, shirts, socks, hats, glasses, scarves, and more, has grown significantly to meet the demands of pet owners who want to have cute, beautiful, high-quality, or functional outfits for their pets. The distribution channels for pet fashion products, including accessories and grooming tools, have diversified, including E-commerce platforms, pet stores, and even exhibition like the Thailand International Dog Show, The largest and only dedicated “B2B2C” dog exhibition in ASEAN. Over 200 local and international exhibitors will be showcasing the latest dog care products, including food, grooming products, and pet fashion. The exhibition takes place annually at Hall 5 and 6 at IMPACT Exhibition Center in Muang Thong Thani, Thailand.
Don’t forget to dress up on National Dress Up Your Pet Day by finding cute outfits for your dogs, cats, and other pets at home. Capture photos and upload them to Social Media with the hashtag #NationalDressUpYourPetDay on January 14th every year.”
