december 15

Cat Herder’s Day Explained: The Meaning Behind “Herding Cats” and Why We Celebrate It

“Herding Cats”: Why This Phrase Exists and How Cat Herder’s Day Came to Be “Herding cats” is a familiar expression used to describe a task that feels overwhelmingly difficult—or downright impossible. Anyone who has ever tried to organize a group of strong-willed individuals knows exactly why the phrase resonates. And for those bold enough to have attempted actual cat herding, the lesson becomes clear very quickly: success is highly unlikely. While no one can apply for a formal job as a professional cat herder, if such a role existed, this would be the perfect day to honor it. Instead, this ...