Top Ways to Celebrate [Pet] Mother’s Day in Australia

Wondering when is Mother’s Day in Australia and how to celebrate it best? Just as importantly, ask yourself whether there’s a Pet Mother’s Day too or if we need to double up celebrations. While there’s no separate Cat Mother’s Day (here’s to doubling up) there is a Dog Mum’s Day. Being internationally celebrated, it’s actually spelled Dog Mom’s Day but we’ll ignore that! So, let’s get those cat and dog mum gifts at the ready.

Whether the woman in your world is a hooman, cat mum or dog mum (or a combination) there are heaps of fun ways to celebrate. From tail-ored goodies to purrrfect places to go, we’ve rounded some up.

Here’s when and how to celebrate pet Mother’s Day in Australia.

When is [Pet] Mother’s Day in Australia?

Like Easter, the date for Mother’s Day shifts each year. Plus, depending on where in the world your compass aims, the day of the year it’s celebrated could be different. In Australia we celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May – we follow the official date chosen by the United Nations.

This year Mother’s Day in Australia falls on Sunday 14 May 2023.

It may not strictly be called Pet Mother’s Day, but your pet is also your baby. If the mother in your life is a cat or dog mum there are oodles of ways you can celebrate and gifts you can give.

When is Cat Mother’s Day?

While strictly speaking there’s no standalone Cat Mum’s Day, there is National Cat Lady Day on 19 April. That said, why not enjoy Mother’s Day and rebrand it as Pet Mother’s Day for people and pets? We’re all for it!

Speaking of cat ladies, read our article that explores why people use the term ‘Crazy Cat Lady’ and why they’re really not crazy at all. Not unless being crazy about your cat counts. 😻

When is Dog Mum’s Day?

Now that we know when Mother’s Day is, what about Dog Mum’s Day (AKA Dog Mom’s Day)? As it happens, this auspicious date is set for the day before Mother’s Day. That means Dog Mum’s Day takes place every year on the second Saturday of May.

This year Dog Mum’s Day is on 13 May 2023.

Now you know when Mother’s Day is for people and pets. Let’s take a look at some fun celebrations and gifts for the cat mum or dog mum in your life.

Cat and dog mum gifts and ways to celebrate

Whether you’re a cat or dog mum Australia is packed with amazing ways to celebrate. Oh and super savvy cat and dog gifts of course.

Here’s a list of pawsome things to do and give our pet mothers this May:

💝 Sweep her off her feet to a pet friendly retreat

Why not celebrate pet mothers with a special trip to a pet friendly holiday destination? Our lovely country is dotted with endless heart-warming options. Here are a few we’ve picked out:

• Pet friendly Airbnb accommodation
• WA pet friendly accommodation
• NSW pet friendly accommodation

Before you head off, be sure to pet proof your car and read our top tips ready for travelling with pets.

💝 Take mum and her pet pal to a pet friendly café

Every cat and dog mum loves to put her hands around a cafe mug and indulge in a slice of banana bread (or similar) as much as the next. Pair this experience with something tasty on the menu for her canine or feline fur kid and it’s a match made in heaven.

To this end, we’ve rounded up eight pet friendly cafés in Australia to choose from. Check them out in our article on ways to pamper your pet.

💝 Get dog mum a gift

What could be better than a gift from a store called ‘The Dog Mum’? Based in Brisbane, this online store sells ethically produced dog mum and dad gifts. We’re partial to the Paws Down Best Dog Mum Ever Classic T-Shirt, the Dog Mum Daily Planner and the Breed Illustration PJ shorts.

Pet paraphernalia

Another stellar set of dog mum gifts for this [Pet] Mother’s Day is personalised pet paraphernalia. From this gorgeous pup mug and hoodie, to stylish necklaces and rings. Just be sure to order ahead as you’ll need to supply pet photographs.

Books

If the dog mum in your world is a fiendish reader perhaps she’ll delight in a paperback or Kindle edition of these cat and dog books. Or consider a recipes book for homemade dog treats and meals.

Dog tech

Want something techy? A pet camera allows the dog mum in your life to watch, talk to, and even dispense treats to her dog when she’s away from home.

Or what about Wicked Bone?  This interactive toy moves around on its own and interacts with your dog, keeping their attention for ages. Connect it to the app, and let the hilarious fun together.

The iFetch Too automatic ball launcher makes exercise both fun and easy. It trains pups to return the balls to the launcher and they’ll be entertained for hours.

💝 Get cat mum a gift

Say ‘Happy Mother’s Day from your cat/s’ to the mum of your world with a luxurious World’s Best Cat Mum pillowcase. We also love this Creation hoodie with a print of a person’s hand reaching out to a cat paw. For mums who enjoy wearing headgear, we can’t say no to a Best Cat Mom Ever trucker cap (ignoring the spelling, obvs). For the cat savvy driver mum, this Mother of Cats car decal wins our hearts.

Subscription box

Monthly boxes filled with toys, treats, and cat care products can be a fun and practical gift. Here are some websites that you can pick from:

• Pet Circle
• The Happy Cat Box
• Pawfect Surprose

Cat tech

On the tech side, why not check out these smart collars. They’ve got a stylish design and can track your cat’s activity and location. Or what about the Fresco Smart Water Fountain? It delivers fresh filtered water but also alerts you well before levels get low. The 2L Fresco also warns you when it’s time to switch filters.

Some more pawsome gift ideas

Did none of these gift ideas hit the mark? We’ve got more pawsome gift guides that, although themed around certain occasions, can work Mother’s Day, too. Check them out here:

• 14 Christmas Gift Ideas for Aussie Pet Lovers
• Mother’s Day Gifts for Pet Mums (and Dads!)
• 5 Father’s Day Gift Ideas For Pet Lovers
• 7 Must-Have Christmas Presents for Pet Lovers

Every day is Pet Mother’s Day

Now that you know when [Pet] Mother’s Day is perhaps the next question is how do you protect that status?

Another great gift you could give the mother in your life is the gift of safeguarding her pet. Pet insurance simplifies this by helping pay for unforeseen vet bills and other pet medical costs like prescribed medication, overnight stays at a vet hospital and surgery. No need to worry about affording the care it takes to keep puss or pooch healthy!

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