Friday the 13th so you know the topic of superstitions came up this morning. We mentioned how if a black cat crosses your path, it’s bad luck and got a message from black cat owner Maddy. She set us straight and educated us about the sad reality of black cats. Here’s what she said…

Awww. It makes me sad that the stigma of black cats being bad luck is still a thing.
They’re the least adopted cat from shelters because people believe that they’re bad. This is Morticia. She’s my good luck charm.
I know you guys just stuck to the theme of Friday the 13th.

I felt bad and asked if I could use Morticia’s picture and her story…

You don’t have to feel bad at all. I’m sorry, that wasn’t my intention.
I’d rather educate people and help black cats! (And all cats) And yes, it’s ok with me if you want to share and educate more people.
Many shelters stop the adoption of black cats during October as some people just have them around for Halloween then leave them on their own outside uncared for.

After more research I found this website…

Save a Life – Adopt a Black Cat

DID YOU KNOW THAT BLACK CATS have the lowest adoption rate and the highest euthanasia rate?

Whether because of superstition, prejudice, or simply because they blend into the shadows in the back of the cage, black cats are statistically less likely to be adopted than more brightly colored felines.

Many rescues are reluctant to accept black cats into their program as they are so hard to re-home, meanwhile these wonderful cats are left waiting in pounds and municipal shelters with hopes of finding a loving home, only to be destroyed once their time is up.

Most adopters prefer the flashier, more colorful cats, such as the orange and calico’s or the classic tabby and often overlook these regal & exotic beauties.

Yet the black cat is probably the gentlest of all breeds and the smartest.

They were always considered good luck in England and are still considered good luck throughout most of Europe.

If you are thinking of adopting, please consider adopting a black cat, you are truly saving a life!!!

They have so much love to offer and ask for so little in return.

Most of the black cats that we have rescued, have had the most wonderful and loving personalities.

BLACK CATS RULE!!!

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