The charity is caring for a whole lot of black cats this spooky season
Black cats are almost THREE TIMES extra prone to come into RSPCA care than every other coat color, in accordance with new figures launched by the charity.
The RSPCA is caring for a whole lot of black and black and white cats, throughout its centres and branches with 676 presently being cared for at its nationwide centres.*
This Nationwide Black Cat Day (October 27), and with Halloween across the nook, the animal welfare charity is dispelling the ‘spooky’ and superstitious myths which regularly encompass black cats. The plea for potential black cat adopters comes because the charity continues its month-long rehoming marketing campaign Adoptober.
The RSPCA has additionally revealed that black and black and white cats are almost 3 times (2.7) extra prone to come into care than tabby felines. There are additionally 626% extra black moggies than ginger cats in RSPCA care and 25 occasions extra ‘mini panthers’ than white cats.
The charity has additionally revealed that black cats take 3 times longer** to seek out properties than tabby cats which means not solely are there extra in RSPCA care however they’re additionally staying for longer earlier than they’re rehomed.
The battle to rehome black cats is contributing to a rehoming disaster – that has prompted the RSPCA to relaunch its annual Adoptober rehoming driver this month.
Alice Potter, RSPCA cat welfare knowledgeable, stated: “There are overwhelmingly extra black and black and white cats in our care than every other coat color – and so they additionally take for much longer to rehome, which sadly means they’re staying in rescue centres for for much longer durations. Not solely is that this unhappy for the cats who’re patiently ready for his or her second likelihood at happiness nevertheless it additionally signifies that there are restricted areas to assist new cats as a result of our centres are stuffed with black cats which sadly nobody needs to undertake.
“We don’t know for certain why black cats usually tend to find yourself in rescue centres and are then missed by potential adopters. It could possibly be as a result of there are extra black cats than every other color within the cat inhabitants so cats with completely different colors and patterns have a tendency to face out to adopters – however we hope a lot of them discover their loving new endlessly properties this Adoptober.
“We all know some individuals additionally take into account them unfortunate or affiliate them with superstition, and even assume they don’t look good in Instagram photographs however in actuality, they’re identical to every other cat who wants a loving house.”
Black cat myths and legends:
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They bring about unhealthy luck – or good luck relying on which course they cross your path
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They’re related to witches, both as their ‘familiars’ or the witches themselves in disguise
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A black cat strolling away from you is a nasty omen
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In Sixteenth-century Italy, it was believed that loss of life would come if a black cat lay on somebody’s sickbed
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In Japan, it’s typically believed a black cat signifies you may be fortunate in love
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In Historic Egypt, black cats had been held in excessive esteem as a result of they resembled Bastet, the cat-headed Egyptian goddess of house, fertility and safety
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In Scotland, seeing a black cat seem in your doorstep is an indication of prosperity and good climate
Alice added: “Black cats can’t carry you unhealthy luck or good luck – and so they definitely can’t predict the climate – however they do want endlessly properties! The color of an animal’s fur makes no distinction to how a lot love they’ve to present. We might ask anybody trying to carry a rescue cat into their life to please take into account adopting a black cat.”
Magic is a five-year-old male cat who’s being cared for on the RSPCA Newbrook Farm Animal Centre in Birmingham. He was introduced into the charity’s care by a member of the general public who had beforehand been feeding him however seen that he had misplaced weight and was lame in his left hind leg. Checks confirmed he had a cruciate ligament harm which has now been repaired nevertheless it has left him with some lameness. Magis is a beautiful boy regardless of all he has been by way of. He enjoys fuss, head bumps, and loves spending time sunbathing in his run. He could be a little cautious in new conditions however as soon as he has gained confidence he’s a lot happier. Extra data on rehoming Magic is on the market on-line.
Raven is a five-year-old black and white cat on the RSPCA Central London Department. She was fairly shy when she first arrived on the department however as soon as she learns to belief you, she could be very candy and affectionate and likes to obtain cuddles and fuss. She can also be a fan of a tasty deal with – and her carers have found that is the way in which to her coronary heart. As she is sort of timid, she would favor an adult-only house or a house with older kids, who perceive she’s going to want time to regulate and settle in earlier than she reveals her pretty, purry aspect. For extra data on rehoming Raven, potential adopters can go to her profile on-line.
Maverick is a three-year-old black cat who was rescued by the RSPCA after turning into caught inside a pipe. Fortunately, an RSPCA inspector was in a position to carry him to security and switch the stray cat into the care of the RSPCA Essex South West Department. He’s a really cheeky chap and is tremendous playful. He additionally loves to curve up with ‘hoomans’ and enjoys the corporate of individuals above all else. Extra details about Maverick’s is on the market on-line.
Tia (pictured first and under) was sadly deserted by her earlier proprietor earlier than coming into the care of the RSPCA Southridge Animal Centre in Hertfordshire. It has taken this nine-year-old woman slightly time to settle in after her ordeal however her lovely persona is beginning to shine by way of now. She loves taking part in with string toys and loves having cuddles and curling up on a lap. She is a woman of leisure and enjoys the finer issues in life reminiscent of snoozing like a princess on the highest of her cat tower and naturally – meals! She has been in RSPCA take care of a really very long time so will should be launched to the outside at a really gradual tempo. For extra data potential adopters can learn Tia’s profile on-line.
One-year-old Ebony is simply younger herself however has already had a litter of kittens. She was rescued alongside together with her kittens and is now being cared for by the RSPCA Middlesex North West & South Hertfordshire Department. Her kittens have all discovered properties and Ebony is now on the lookout for hers. She is sociable, assured and stuffed with attraction. A simple-going and pleasant cat, she is aware of what she needs and isn’t shy about letting you recognize – she needs to be showered with consideration and strokes. She does want slightly time to let her persona shine by way of however as soon as it does, you’ll quickly realise how fantastic she is. She want to be the one pet within the house and will dwell with households with older kids. Extra data is on the market on-line.
Lily is a one-year-old feminine black cat who got here into the care of RSPCA Southridge when sadly her proprietor handed away. Initially, poor Lily was scared and frightened and this meant she wouldn’t work together with the workers on the centre in Hertfordshire. Nevertheless, she has responded effectively to some endurance and delicate dealing with and is beginning to change into a pleasant and affectionate little kitten. She would wish a relaxed family as she will be able to nonetheless be nervous and would admire a set-up with a lot of hiding locations for her to flee to when she needs. She additionally likes to play and would really like entry to a personal backyard away from busy roads as soon as she has settled. Extra details about Lily is on the market on-line.
Their plea for a house comes because the RSPCA reveals it’s going through a rehoming disaster throughout England and Wales. New figures present that in 2023, 42% extra animals arrived on the RSPCA than had been adopted.
Rehoming centres throughout England and Wales are at close to or full capability, with pets both ready to be adopted, or being assessed for adoption – leaving numerous canines, cats and different animals nonetheless in emergency boarding ready for a spot at a rehoming centre.
In response, the RSPCA – which is marking its two hundredth 12 months – has launched its annual ‘Adoptober’ rehoming marketing campaign; urging animal lovers to undertake a pet from a rescue centre or RSPCA department somewhat than shopping for from a breeder to assist ease the spiralling rehoming disaster.
For those who can’t rehome a rescue pet, please take into account donating to assist assist the work of the RSPCA as a substitute: www.rspca.org.uk/give
