A short history of black cats and their reputation around the world Happy Halloween! During the month of October, you can’t go anywhere without seeing the decorations. Pumpkins, hay bales, scarecrows, spider webs, witches—and black cats. Cats with a solid black coat have a long history as omens of bad luck (and good luck!), as the familiars of witches or witches in a different form, and as the favorite pet of goddesses, to name just a few of the myths associated with black cats.   Many pet owners also claim that black cats are more sensitive and intuitive than cats with … Continue reading Myths and Facts About Black Cats