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Where is International Animal Rights Day celebrated?  

International Animal Rights Day is celebrated by people worldwide.

Who is International Animal Rights Day celebrated by?

Animal lovers and people who respect them and work for animal rights celebrate International Animal Rights Day on December 10th.  

When did International Animal Rights Day first start?

The first International Animal Rights Day celebration was established in 1998 by the Uncaged Campaigns of the Animal Rights Association. 

Who started International Animal Rights Day?

When the general assembly of the United Nations adopted and declared human rights day in 1948, organizations and associations came forward proposing a day for other sentient beings as well. Later International Animal Rights Day was declared as per the recognition of UDAR.

Patrick Brown in 2011 established Impossible Foods with a motive to reduce slaughtering animals for meat.

History And Timeline

In the past, humans have been these sentient creatures for food and clothing. Many countries increased their trade rates by selling clothes made using the skin of animals. Well, it is only in the present generation that people have understood about giving equal freedom to animals and giving respect to various species, both on land and sea creatures. 

1906

Book about slaughterhouse

A book named 'The Jungle' was released by Upton Sinclair which talked about slaughterhouse operations.

60s

Awareness on Animal Rights

Social justice movements started for awareness of the plight of animals.

March 22, 1980

PETA

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), an organization was formed and established in America.

1986

Georgia Animal Protection Act

Georgia Animal Protection Act passed which demanded rights for animals in kennels and shelter homes.

2020

Saving the Elephant

Kaavan the lonely elephant was saved from 35 years of captivity in Pakistan by singer Cher and many animal rights organizations.

Traditions And Customs

The main tradition for celebrating this day is to give awareness and declaration through events to humans about respecting and protecting animals as they are also sentient beings with whom we should share our land and nature. 

Ways To Celebrate International Animal Rights Day

International Animal Rights Day can be celebrated by giving awareness through events and drawing people’s attention towards the community to support these poor sentient beings, animals from getting killed and harmed. Also, the members of PETA encourage citizens to opt for a vegan lifestyle and pet adoption to protect and avoid meat consumption from their daily life and support for their survival by giving them respect and proper care, and kind treatments.

Facts And Stats

International Animal Rights Day creates awareness of ethical animal treatment across the world.

This day is dedicated to encouraging the conservation and preservation of animal species.

International Animal Rights Day is celebrated on December 10 every year.

FAQs About International Animal Rights Day

Why is Animal Day celebrated?

World Animal Day is celebrated on October 4 to contribute to a global movement or change in the world towards making it a better place for animals along with humans. 

Is there an Animal Rights Day?

Yes, December 10 is considered International Animal Rights Day.

What is the theme of World Animal Day 2021?

The theme for World Animal Day of 2021 was 'Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Plant'.

Why do we celebrate Animal Day on 4th October?

October 4 is celebrated as World Animal Day to honor the feast of Francis of Assisi. He was regarded as a patron saint of animals. 

Is there a pet Appreciation day?

April 11 is considered National Pet Day. The week from June 5-11 in 2022 will be celebrated as Pet Appreciation Week in the US.

Why is animal rights day important?

International Animal Rights Day talks about animal cruelty and gives awareness to people about animal feelings and the behavior with which we should treat them. International Animal Rights Day encourages us to be more loving and caring to animals, supporting their protection and working with organizations for animal rights. 

How can we help celebrate animal rights? 

Animals are also living beings. We should give them ethical treatment and vote for their protection and rights. By teaching ourselves and giving awareness to all, you can do study research or write a paper or article for detailed knowledge of the issue.

Hashtags To Use On Social Media

#InternationalAnimalRightsDay
#AnimalRights
#CrueltyFree

When Is This Day Celebrated

Date Day
December 10, 2020 Thursday
December 10, 2021 Friday
December 10, 2022 Saturday
December 10, 2023 Sunday
December 10, 2024 Tuesday

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