Zigly Pet Care, India’s first omnichannel pet care brand, celebrated the third edition of International Happy Pets Day (IHPD) at its Zigly Pet Care Experience Centre in Sec 35B, ChandigarhBuilding on the success of the previous two editions, the annual celebration, coinciding with Friendship Day, brought together pet parents and their furry companions to celebrate the special bond they share while promoting pro-active pet healthcareDuring the event, Zigly Pet Care also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening India’s pet care ecosystem by making quality veterinary care more accessible, integrated and community-driven.
The day-long celebration, hosted at 35 centres in 15+ cities across the country, witnessed the participation of over 2,500 pets and more than 3,500 pet parentsUnder the theme “Life is Simply, Undeniably Better Together,” International Happy Pets Day 2026 featured a range of engaging experiences for pets and their parents, while encouraging proactive healthcare with complimentary health check-ups and wellness consultationsThe event also marked the launch of Pet First Aid Kits, reinforcing the brand’s focus on proactive pet healthcareAs part of the event, pet parents at Chandigarh Zigly Pet Care Experience Centre also participated in the veterinarian-led pet first aid workshop, where they learned essential emergency care techniques.
Commenting on the occasion, Saurabh Jain, CEO, Zigly Pet Care, said, “International Happy Pets Day has always been about celebrating the unconditional love between pets and their familiesThis year, we wanted to build on that purpose by placing proactive pet healthcare at the heart of the celebrationAlongside bringing pet communities together, we are expanding our veterinary ecosystem through upgraded 24×7 facilities, dedicated veterinary services across more centres, and the launch of Pet First Aid KitsTogether, these initiatives reflect our vision of creating India’s most trusted and comprehensive pet healthcare ecosystem, where pet parents can access quality care, expert advice and essential healthcare services whenever they need them.”
To make the event more interesting, a diverse lineup of games such as Snuffle Mat challenge, Best Trick Showdown, Pet Bingo, among others strengthened the bond between pets and their parentsTo keep these memories alive and celebrate the journey so far, pet parents also enjoyed the caricature and photo booth sessionsThe celebrations in Chandigarh culminated with the Zigly Pet Care Awards, recognising inspiring stories from the pet community, followed by a group celebration that brought together pet parents, creators and animal lovers.
Adding purpose to the celebrations, 100 percent of the proceeds from International Happy Pets Day ticket sales, worth INR 6 lakhs, were handed over to the Zigly FoundationThe proceeds will help to support initiatives such as anti-rabies vaccination, deworming, reflective collar drives, rescue efforts, and facilitating adoptions for community dogsAs Zigly Pet Care’s flagship annual community initiative, International Happy Pets Day continues to unite pet parents, veterinarians, creators and animal lovers while creating meaningful impact beyond pet care by supporting the wellbeing of community animals.
Through International Happy Pets Day, Zigly Pet Care continues to evolve beyond a pet care retailer into a comprehensive pet healthcare ecosystemBy combining celebration, education, expanded veterinary infrastructure, proactive pet healthcare and community engagement, the brand is creating an integrated care journey that supports pets and their families at every stage of life while advancing its vision of making high-quality pet care more accessible across India.
