PETS FOR ADOPTION #8

BLACK & WHITE, WHITE & BLACK or BLACK?

Ok, so I constantly hear different comments on cats (sometimes even dogs) that are "darker in color" (i.e: black or mostly black). To say the least, I get really annoyed when they are negative comments (no offence if that describes you but you need to read on).

Yes, there are superstitions, old-wives tales and urban legends about these evil black creatures named "cats" that aid witches in the brewing of small, chubby children. Come on people, get real. Are we all that dense? While working at the shelter, I overhear many people from the general public come through and complain to their partner how they, "don't want a black cat because they are scary and unlucky."

**ROLLING EYES** To those who believe this....BELIEVE ME, IT'S NOT TRUE! I've had wonderful experiences with ALL types of cats no matter the color or breed. Ok, so maybe you're not superstitious...maybe you don't believe in all that luck and charm. I have even heard people comment on black dogs saying, "Aww that dog's color [black] is so boring!" Now what is that? Just plain weird is what it is!

Please, I urge you, don't only make a decision to get (or reject) a furry-friend ONLY based on its' color! You'll probably miss out on a great companion. To drive the point home more, there are even certain shelters (not Oakville Humane) and breeding facilities that don't even bother placing a black cat or dog up for adoption due to the fact that TOO MANY PEOPLE just simply don't like their color! Just sit back and think how absolutely rediculous and "racist" that is. Would it be fair to walk up to someone who is darker in skin tone and say, "Wow, you must be quite the unlucky one!" (*NOTE: I'm sure people really do that or even think it but you catch my drift, right?)

I also wanted to note that my experiences working with various breeds of cats & dogs yielded quite some interesting patterns. I've noticed that certain breeds of cats are more "aggressive" than others (just like how certain breeds of dogs are SOMETIMES a factor in their aggressiveness). For example, I've been hissed at a whole lot more from Calicos & Brown Tabbies than any, I repeat, ANY breed of cat. Also, I've noticed some more aggressive behavior from Siamese cats...again, let me express that this is MY personal observation, so don't get upset :)

Anywho, I hope this has changed the mindset of certain people, who for some reason or another, have believed the lies that these beautiful, bundles of joy and black fur are mean, evil, unlucky, or boring merely because of this. HAPPY ADOPTING!


"BAMBOO"

• Lab mix
• Spayed female
• Color: Black
• Approximately 1-2 years old
• Received at the shelter on April 8th, 2009
• STATUS: AVAILABLE

Bamboo has a little limp because there is something a little wrong with her back leg/hip. But this does not stop her at all from running around and being playful.

"MATLOCK"

• Neutered male
• Color: Black & White
• Approximately 10 months old
• Received at the shelter on March 20th, 2009
• STATUS: AVAILABLE

Matlock is family friendly and quite the character. He loves hugs and kisses and deserves a family that would give it to him!

"CHRISTY"

• Spayed female
• Color: Black with some white
• Approxiately 10 months old
• Received at the shelter on August 1st, 2008
• STATUS: AVAILABLE

Christy is so cute. She is nervous and shy at first but settles in if you give her the chance. She loves to sleep in a cat bed and sometimes burries herself within it, which adds to the cuteness factor.

"BECCA"

• Spayed female
• Color: Black
• Approximately 1 year old
• Received at the shelter on June 15th, 2008
• STATUS: AVAILABLE

Becca is approaching her one year mark being at the shelter! She needs a home BADLY! She is the type of cat that makes you laugh because she is wierd lol. She bounces and jumps and looks at you with her big, green eyes so playfully. She's just so lovely.