Why Are Black Cats Considered Bad Luck?

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Go to any store selling Halloween decorations and I guarantee will see a black cat looking scary somewhere. Have you ever wondered what the deal is? Why are cats 'bad luck' and associated with Halloween?  

Turns out, black cats were considered a symbol of bad omens or being part of the which family. They claimed witches transformed themselves into black cats in order to prowl streets unobserved. So unless you still consider witchcraft a thing or believe humans can change themselves into animals then you can stop believing black cats are bad luck. That age old tale is over and they actually are even considered lucky in Australia and a few other countries.  

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

Here are some amazing black cat facts that will most hopefully change your view on this so-called 'spooky' pet!

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

1. They can  rust. 

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

Well, if they sit in the sun too long their fur changes to a reddish dark brown. They  call this 'rusting'. It usually goes back to normal black once the cat's melanin levels return to normal levels. This likely happens with outdoor cats or window lovers.

2. They are super cats.

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

According to research, black cats tend to have a higher resiliency against illness and diseases.

3. They have fire eyes.

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

These cats have so much melanin that it causes their irises to be golden/yellow! 

4. They are not bad luck! 

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts

Hug a black cat this month ! 

 

why are black cats bad luck? Meowingtons black cat facts


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  • Anne Howard

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  • Anne Howard

    I have a black cat Bennelong, a rescue who was a 5 weeks old stray, and is now 9, and my partner has two black British short-hair pedigree cats, brother and sister, Maxine and Merlin, who are nearly 17. They each weigh nearly 8 kgs and they have stunning orange eyes, love to go out in the rain, as they have double coats, so their skin doesn’t get wet.
    They never catch birds, in fact birds sit near them and they take no notice.

    My Bennelong has ADHD and it took years for him to calm down slightly. He was respectfully called after the Aboriginal warrior Bannelong, and also after the former PM John Howard’s seat, Bennelong, which he lost in the 2007 election, when Benny was born. This name also links to my surname, same as John ‘s.
    My other cat Mimika is a blue girl, she has been picked on by Benny ever since we got her, but now stands up to him. She’s my favourite cat as she is the best one I’ve ever had.
    We all put up with Benny but he does have some redeeming features, he is a good purrer, is a talker, which I love, sits with me for company, and also has an amazing glossy coat. I’ve always loved black cats, have had another called Jet who was a lovely boy. And Squeak, who was my first cat.


  • laurie

    For about the past 20 years I have always had a black cat in my clan, first Buster and his sister Dolly, then Riley, who seemed to be the sweet incarnation of Buster. All were so friendly and playful, just seemed to be more good-natured than other cats I have had, tho I do love them all, Miss them all so much!


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