Wednesday, 1 February 2017

4 Reasons To Adopt Black Cats

By Robin Setser


While Halloween has come and gone, many people seem to be hesitant about approaching, let alone adopting, black cats. The stigma surrounding them is that they're sources of bad luck. As animal specialists will tell you, this couldn't be further from the truth. As a matter of fact, more households should be open to adopting black cats. Here are 4 of the benefits that can result from doing exactly that.

According to Assisi Animal Health, black cats should be adopted more often due to the fact that they're often overlooked. As a matter of fact, these lovable animals tend to go ignored at animal shelters by potential adoptees. What this means is that you should try to make a change. The best way to do this is by bringing a black cat into your home. Not only will you help to shatter preconceived notions but you'll give an animal the home they deserve.

Did you know that black cats are euthanized more than other pets that are up for adoption? Many shelters can take in thousands of these felines, but only fractions of those numbers will actually be adopted by families. When shelters become too cramped, euthanasia might be carried out. For pet owners that have been on the fence about bringing black cats into their homes, understand that you'll be saving their lives if you do.

Some people adopt black cats because of their aesthetics. When you consider that their black fur often comes with striking eyes, there's a contrast that cannot be overlooked. You should also know that when these cats shed, their fur will not stand out like individual sore thumbs on black furniture. While cosmetics seem like small potatoes in the bigger picture, you can be certain that they make a difference.

Lastly, it should be noted that, in some cultures, black cats are often regarded as good luck. This might be hard to believe, but all you have to do is look at Japan and how highly they seem to regard these felines. Why else would the cat statue with its paw up, almost known as the maneki-neko, be so popular? Even though black cats are often associated with bad luck, their connections to good luck shouldn't be overlooked.




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