Family Day: celebrate the date with your pet

O Family Day is a date set aside to celebrate the union, affection and love between people in a family circle.

And there’s no way to leave pets out of the celebration, right?

Pets are increasingly integrated into the homes of Brazilian families, as well as around the world.

Therefore, we must be aware of the responsibility we assume from the first moment with the pet in our lives.

Continue reading and discover the importance of pets in the family cycle and everything about Family Day.

After all, what is Family Day?

Some people have doubts about the date on which this celebration takes place, as the International Family Day is celebrated in 15th May.

While the National Family Day is celebrated on December 8 here in Brazil.

Both dates aim to encourage reflection on the fundamental role of the family bond for the development of human beings and society as a whole.

After all, the emotional relationship between people, whether blood or not, is based mainly on love, values ​​and mutual help.

How did National Family Day come about?

On October 24, 1963, President João Goulart sanctioned the celebration of the “institution of the family”, through the Decree No. 52,748.

Furthermore, the date coincides with the Day of the Immaculate Conception, a religious holiday in some cities in Brazil, such as Salvador-BA.

Your pet is also part of the family!

It is worth highlighting that the Family Day does not only cover relationships formed by people of the same blood. But for those who have a bond of love and genuine complicity.

And animals are a great example of this, as they are extremely incredible beings, who teach countless values ​​and the true meaning of love, respect and loyalty to people.

Benefits that a pet brings to the family

Having a pet at home is synonymous with harmony and well-being. In addition, there are many other benefits related to living with these beautiful and enlightened beings, including:

• Contribute to a healthier life;

• Strengthen family relationships;

• There are countless benefits of the relationship between children and animals;

• Reduce the feeling of loneliness;

• Relieve stress;

• Increases immunity.

Now that you know everything about the Family Day. Take the opportunity to celebrate alongside the people and animals you love so much!