Why is there no year of Cat?

There isn't a "year of the cat" in the same way that there are years of the zodiac animals (like the year of the dog, year of the pig, etc.).

Here's why:

* Zodiac cycles: The zodiac animal system is based on a 12-year cycle, originating from Chinese culture. The animals are assigned in a specific order, and each year is associated with one of them.

* Cats in the zodiac: While cats are popular pets, they are not included in the traditional 12-year Chinese zodiac.

* Cultural significance: The animals in the zodiac often have symbolic meanings in Chinese culture, and the cat doesn't hold the same cultural significance.

However, there are some cultural references to cats in relation to years:

* Japanese calendar: The Japanese calendar has a 12-year cycle, but it's not directly related to the Chinese zodiac. In the Japanese system, the cat is associated with the year of the "Mitsu-ne", which is a mythical creature related to the cat.

* Popular culture: In Western culture, there's a song called "Year of the Cat" by Al Stewart. This song is not related to any specific zodiac system or cultural tradition.

So, while there isn't a formal "year of the cat" in any recognized zodiac system, the cat's cultural significance and popularity may lead to some references to it in relation to specific years.