In animal shelters across the country, the story is the same - black dogs and cats are usually the last to be adopted.  Some holding facilities will actually euthanize them on intake because their chance of finding a new home is so slim.  Why are these poor creatures so undesirable?  Unfortunately, misconceptions about the temperaments of black cats and dogs abound, and many people find them simply unattractive.  They don’t appear to be as unique and, sadly, it is harder to see expression in a dark face.  A brindle dog seems perkier, the white blaze on the nose of an orange tabby appears to add personality, and they therefore catch your eye.  So all too often a black animal is passed over for a lighter coated one with a less agreeable disposition.   If you are looking for a furry companion, consider adopting one of our black rescues.  You will be giving a lifelong home to a loving animal that desperately needs it.

To learn more about color discrimination in pets, please visit www.blackdogrescueproject.com