Friday the purr-teenth
Meow we’re talking!
Black cats have been depicted somewhat negatively over the years through superstition and folklore, but today, Friday the 13th, the ISPCA wants to change all that.
Believe it or not, there are people out there who will be avoiding perfectly innocent black cats today as if their lives depended on it.
The ISPCA want to change this perception and is raising awareness for the adorable black cats and kittens who sometimes get overlooked at their rescue centres, missing out by a whisker on a happy home.
It seems that black cats could be unpopular because of the perceptions that they are unlucky or don't photograph as well, which really isn't true, said Carmel Murray, Public Relations Manager at the ISPCA
“We really want to change this myth. In some parts of the world, a black cat on the front porch brings good fortune and, according to common seafaring superstition, having a black cat on-board was deemed to be lucky,” said Carmel.
She added: “Black cats really do photograph well and just like photographing any animal, patience is definitely a must, and of course, the right light helps.”
The charity is appealing to members of the public to consider adopting one of these super friendly black cats or kittens.
All felines at the ISPCA are fully vaccinated, treated for parasites, cat-flap and litter-trained and are neutered/spayed when of age.
All cats and kittens make wonderful pets according to Carmel, who said they love nothing more than a warm place to nap and be cuddled.
“They are naturally independent, making them perfect companions for people with busy lifestyles. Not only are they great company but stroking a cat has been known to release endorphins in the brain associated with happiness and well-being, linked to lowering blood pressure and the risk of heart disease.”
The ISPCA is also highlighting the importance of spaying or neutering cats and kittens to help reduce the overpopulation problem.
The ISPCA asks for an adoption donation of €75 to help cover some of the service’s veterinary costs.
For more information, visit ispca.ie.