August 17th is Black Cat Appreciation Day!
Did you know that August 17th is Black Cat Appreciation Day? I didn’t either and I’m a cat person! Well I’m human and learn something new everyday. However, what I do know is that black cats get a bad reputation due to societal superstitions for the longest time. I have volunteered on and off throughout the years and what I can tell you is that it is true that white kittens often get seen or chosen first over black cats. Sometimes it is just a matter of being seen that makes it hard for black cats to be adopted.
I spent some time at a cat cafe last season here in New York City. I wrote a blog post about my visit. You can read about it in my blog post called My Visit to Meow Parlour. I highly recommend a visit to this cat cafe if you are a cat lover and/or just looking to try something totally unique and low-key in Manhattan.
Here are a couple of pictures I took with one of the black cats at the Meow Parlour. I forget his name but he was a mellow friendly cat. Luckily for him, he was adopted. Not all animals are so lucky, so I encourage anybody to adopt from a shelter if you are looking for a new furry family member.
My visit to Meow Parlour
If you are interested in visiting the Meow Parlour, check out their website for more information here. What do you think of Black cats? Are you superstitious? Comment and share your thoughts below!
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Delores overby says
August 28, 2018 at 4:32 pmThat is just lovely. The black cat in a box. I remember in the old days they would say don’t let a black cat cross your path, because you would have bad luck. That’s not true at all. Black cats are BEAUTIFUL. Period.
Kamira Gayle says
August 29, 2018 at 6:00 pmI agree. They are some of the most misunderstood cats! They are actually very beautiful and I’ve never met a mean black cat.
Dorothy "FiveSibesMom" says
August 17, 2017 at 11:36 amI love black cats! I had one growing up named T.C. (Top Cat) and my daughter rehabilitated a neighborhood feral kitten my other adopted cat had brought home years ago! He visits every now and again, but has befriended our whole neighborhood now! I miss the days he was just with us…but he is a vetted, healthy, happy beautiful black cat!
Kamira Gayle says
August 17, 2017 at 5:35 pmSo sweet! 🙂
Kia says
August 17, 2017 at 11:17 amHappy Black Cat Appreciation Day! I didn’t know about this day, but I have heard about black cats not getting as much love as others. That’s unfortunate and I hope that changes. We are getting a cat cafe in my area soon. I have just started hearing about this type of thing. Very cool!
Beth says
August 17, 2017 at 12:17 amMy cat is a tuxedo cat, so I guess he doesn’t qualify as a black cat. One of my sisters had 4 black cats at the same time, and they were all really lovable, friendly, wonderful cats. I am not superstitious about black cats!
Elizabeth Keene says
August 16, 2017 at 9:40 pmI’d love to visit Meow Parlour sometime! I met the owner in Brooklyn at a Purina event a couple years ago. She was very nice. But black cats…they’re awesome! Every day! Thanks for shedding light on this special occasion.
Kamira Gayle says
August 17, 2017 at 5:36 pmThat’s pretty cool you met the owner. Glad to share. 🙂
Sweet Purrfections says
August 16, 2017 at 9:25 pmI hate that black cats (and dogs) get such a bad rap! I think they are beautiful cats! I thought about a black Persian when I was searching for the girls.
Lorie Ham says
August 16, 2017 at 7:25 pmBlack cats are the best I think it’s awful that so many people refuse to adopt them. Yay on Black Cat Appreciation day!
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:39 pmRight? I will definitely consider it when I’m ready to adopt!
Debbie Bailey says
August 16, 2017 at 7:19 pmLooks like such a great visit! I knew National Black Cat Day existed only because my mom has had black cats for a few years now. But our new rescue cats are black, so we definitely had reason to celebrate this year! <3 Perfect timing too.
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:38 pmYes! I remember your blog about the rescue. Those little ones are adorable and so lucky to have a loving home.
The Dash Kitten Crew says
August 16, 2017 at 6:52 pmI remember that someone said that black fur, and darker skin, needs a little help from natural light. While pale cats (and people) can look washed out and pasty, darker fur and skin absorbs a lot of light to needs a little gentle help.
How do I know? I learned the hard way trying to take pictures of our longhaired black cat Phoebe. She is gorgeous and lovely – and looks like a blob on many photographs *sigh*.
OK so I need to add Meow Parlour to my next visit to the USA – RIGHT!!!!!!
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:37 pmAww…I guess natural light or special lighting or flash would be best for photos. I know as a brown girl if I don’t get enough sun, I fall short in Vitamin D department. 😉 Yes, visit Meow Parlour, it’s a cool experience and sometimes they have themed events like Drag Bingo or Yoga…so New York!
Holly Montgomery says
August 16, 2017 at 5:48 pmI am a photographer and we have chatted about the black cat adoption “issue” before and we figure a lot of it has to do with not being able to grab a great adoption photo and that’s all due to technical issues with cameras. Photographing them in really great light, with their eyes facing a window or other light source, really helps… But this sadly is a thing which is a bummer because some of the sweetest kitties I have met are black ones.
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:34 pmGreat points Holly! That makes sense.
Shelby @ For The Love of Paws says
August 16, 2017 at 4:52 pmI am ALL about this day!! It’s so sad to me that these are the cats left in the shelters because of their fur color. 🙁
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:33 pmI know right?!
Heather Wallace says
August 16, 2017 at 4:12 pmYou had me at black cat. My cat, Puck, was a short-haired black cat and I loved him so much. I am slightly superstitious, but I actually think black cats are good luck. Every day they should be appreciated!
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:33 pmI love that name Puck. I agree!
The Daily Pip says
August 16, 2017 at 3:28 pmI have also volunteered at several shelters and you are right, there is always so many beautiful black cats that get overlooked or just plain ignored. I have always had black cats and pretty much love them.
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:32 pmCool!
Paroma says
August 16, 2017 at 11:58 amEven black dogs are adopted last! So unfair and stupid! Our next one from the shelter will definitely be a wagging tailed one with jet black fur:-)
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:32 pm🙂 So true about Black dogs too.
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
August 16, 2017 at 11:29 amLove your photos!!! The best thing that can happen to one’s life is having a black cat to share it with. I lost my sweet house panther last year. His name was Cubby and I have never met such a loving and genuinely kind kitty. I miss him every day!!!!
Kamira Gayle says
August 16, 2017 at 8:32 pmThanks Kristen! Sorry to hear about Cubby though. I know how you feel. They leave an impression on your heart forever.