There are nearly 11 million pet cats in the UK, and recently the craze for cat birthday parties has really taken off. With our cats being part of the family, it's no wonder we want to throw a party for them, too.
What do you need for a cat birthday party?
Well, besides guests (where safe, of course), the main things to think about are food, games and decorations.
You might want to consider a hat for your cat, but only if they're agreeable. Cat headbands or party hats for the attending humans are a fun choice, as are streamers and balloons to decorate the cat party room. If you're feeling creative, why not bake a cake in the shape of your cat’s face for you all to enjoy?
As well as buying some new toys for your cat, you could have themed games to play with your friends and family, such as a cat piñata, or pass the parcel featuring cat stickers. Young children really enjoy these games, especially.
Finally, ask every guest to bring an empty cardboard box, and scatter them around the room for the birthday cat to explore – sometimes the cheapest toys make for the best fun.
Here are some more of our favourite cat birthday party ideas. While they are all a bit whacky, they are a great excuse to have some innocent fun with our furry friends.
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Cat Birthday Party Items
1 of 6Woof & Brew Pawsecco Still ‘White Wine’ for Dogs and Cats
Cats can't drink Champagne, so this Pawsecco is the next best thing for spoilt kitties. It's grape-free, non-alcoholic and can be served as a drink or poured over food.
2 of 6Pet Cardboard Turntable and DJ Mixer
Pump up the party jams and let your cat hit the decks for a night of tunes. Oh, alright then, it's really a scratching pad – but they'll love sharpening their claws on it (saving your furniture).
£29.95
3 of 6Personalised Catnip Heart Toy
Want to send a birthday card to the cat in your life? While they might not care for cardboard, they will adore this catnip-stuffed felt version, which can be personalised with the birthday message of your choice. You can choose up to 30 characters as well as the thread colour.
4 of 6Purr-Fect Party Pack for 8
Make sure everyone knows whose party this is, with a cute range of cat-themed decorations. You'll receive eight paper cups and plates, 16 napkins, a plastic tablecloth, banner and balloons. These would also work well for human birthday parties too.
5 of 6Chaska Pet Bed
Sadly, bouncy castles for cats aren't really a thing. Possibly something to do with the risk of claw punctures… This colourful bed is the next best option. The patterns give us pure circus vibes, and they'll love popping in and out of the different door holes. Plus, when the party gets too much, they can retreat here for a nap.
6 of 6Dadypet Cat laser toy
Give your cat some giddy fun with a laser-chasing toy for your birthday kitty. There are four modes for automatic rotation, so it also doubles up as party light. When they are tired of the laser, there's a feather toy that's sure to drive them wild.