8 Facts You Didn't Know About Black Cats

Did you know that black cats have gray skin? What about the fact that they take longer to be adopted from shelters? Get the facts about black cats in this video!

Sources:

Video Navigation:

0:00 Introduction
0:12 Black Cats in Culture
0:49 The Purpose of This Video
1:35 1. Black Cats Are Seen in Many Breeds
2:21 2. Black Cats Can Rust in the Sun
2:48 3. Most Black Cats Are Secretly Tabby
3:26 4. All Cats Are Variations of Orange and Black
4:41 5. Black Cats Have Gray Skin
5:15 6. Black Cats May Have Increased Immunity
5:45 7. The Idea of Halloween Torture Seems to be a Myth
7:16 8. The Black Cat Bias May Be Real
9:07 How to Help Black Cats

Disclosure: Some links are affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links.

Join us on Instagram:

#BlackCats #Cats

[HeyImRei]

When my mom and I went to a shelter a few years ago we were looking for a young kitten to adopt, and there was this 8 year old black kitty named Charlie who looked sad and wasn't interacting with anybody. We found out he had been at the shelter the longest and no one wanted him, so we got him and he is the happiest boy. His previous owners abandoned him so he has separation anxiety so I'm basically his emotional support human. We also ended up adopting a tuxedo kitten with ADHD to keep him company so he isn't as anxious anymore. They're both the best kitties ever.

[walterfechter]

I've owned five black cats. All of them were real charmers. They were my favorite cats and I miss them. My English grandmother once told me, "Black cats don't steal souls -- they steal hearts." How true that is! Many thanks, for this informative and fun video. 🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤

[snoops]

Every black cat I have ever known were such sweet & loving cats. Black cats are beautiful.

[Grianan]

After losing my 18 year "old lady baby, " Kitiara in 2020, I went to the shelter to adopt the oldest cat there so I could give her the best senior years in honor of Kitiara. I was introduced to a 12ish year old black cat who had been there for nearly a year. She started purring as soon as I held her. I named her Nyxie and we've been best friends ever since.

[forestnymph]

I found my black cat in the woods. Someone dumped her. She jumped into my arms and I carried her home and kept her and she is such a love bug! I can’t believe anyone would dump a cat that is filled with nothing but love.

[LostOnEarth]

2 months ago, a little black kitten hid inside the hood of my car during a bad rainstorm. He's now on my lap purring. He's the luckiest thing that's ever happened to me. Black cats are precious creatures just as deserving of love as any other. 🖤🐈‍⬛

[freddie]

I am a vet tech and my black cat Fred (Freddie Cougar) lived in our hospital as an adoptable kitten from October until February with NO adoption applications submitted. He came home with me after being RETURNED by another staff member and he is the most affectionate pet I have ever had in my life.

[montygatwick]

My black cat has saved my life. I’ve had a very hard year and there have been many times when he’s the only thing stopping me from going to really dark places. He’s my sun and stars.

[rosanna]

I will adopt a black cat in a second. Coworker called me saying her mom found a young cat and asked if I would take her in. I already have 4 cats and a big dog. I said, "It's not black is it?" She said, "Yes." My response. "I'll be there in 5 minutes." She is the sweetest and quirky cat I have. Even gets along with the dog and is obsessed with the bathroom tub.

[lindaorndoff]

I am 62 years old and have had cats all my life. My black cat Trinity is my 1st black cat. She is, without a doubt, the most loving, sweet, best cat I have ever had. She is 12 years old now and I can NOT imagine my life without her.

[tishc]

Our black cat was a kitten rescue. Someone abandoned him a week after Halloween at a nearby cemetery. The vet said he was only two months old. He is so sweet, we named him Devotion and he will soon be three years old now.

[KamChillTV]

😭😭😭 those poor babys, omg, why would people judge them so terribly they all are beautiful, ALL KITTYS, regardless of breed or colour they all behave depending on how they have been treated, if loved they're EXTREMELY affectionate loving kittys, wether black, orange, tall, short, etc. All cats should be loved❤❤❤

[tonythesuperperson]

My black cat Alfred past away last month. I watched this while smiling to myself with tears in my eyes. He was such a great cat.

[stephaniew]

My family rescued two black cat sisters three years ago and we couldn’t love them more. Black cats are so regal looking!🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛❤️

[loriharris]

I couldn't believe this happened just 2 weeks ago! My boyfriend and I had been feeding 2 black kittens we found under his shed. After about a week, here comes the Mama (Grey striped tabby) with the 2 black kittens! They walked into the house and stayed!! We didn't count on having 3 cats but they are wonderful!! I've never had a black cat! These kittens are SO smart, fun and we love them all!!

[OfficialRainsynth]

For me, black cats are one of the most beautiful and look so elegant.

[birajchhetri]

I owned s black cat and we called him the monk of our house. He taught my entire family the true meaning of life and selfless love. On today's day 25th Oct 2022 it took its last breath and died when my entire family was together with him. We love him so much and miss him so much. I have tears gush down my eyes when I'm writing this. Thank you for posting this today, I was feeling empty the whole day but your video came as a blessing ❤

[danpetermann]

I had a black cat and I was her only human. 9 pounds of pure fury. Her mom was a black domestic shorthair and her father was a feral black Persian mix. Never backed down to anything. Lived to be 22, traveled the US, lived in Germany for 15 months, Colorado, Texas, Florida and Wyoming. My son got a cat that looked just like her with an even worse attitude. She loved him and bit everyone else. I love black cats just for their spiciness.

[yvonnemason]

I've owned two black cats and they were the sweetest, most affectionate cats I've ever had. They are the absolute best!

[moogoatcluck]

A young black cat turned up at my house about a month ago. I don't know where he came from but he squeaked at me until I bought cat food and he's been here ever since. He's the sweetest little boy and very affectionate. He also brings me dead mice and rats which I'm not too keen on but it's better than bringing me live ones. All in all I'd rate him 10/10 and certainly recommend a black cat to anyone.