As Halloween approaches, an Eastern Carolina cat rescue has paused black cat adoptions due to some concerns that arise with the spooky season
With Halloween quickly approaching, the Feline Freedom Society is doing everything it can to keep black cats safe, as they have long been associated with superstitions and stereotypes
The cat rescue has temporarily paused black cat adoptions through November 1. It’s a move they also did last year, and that was made due to concerns of black cats being associated with bad luck, Halloween imagery, and more
“Black cats are kinda the symbol of Halloween, right? I think a lot of people look at them in a positive way, but there are some people that do have negative intentions unfortunately with them and see them as almost like bad luck when it comes to Halloween and this time of year,” Feline Freedom Society board member Allison Schaefer said
During this pause, which began on Sunday, the rescue will not be approving new adoption applications for black cats. Applications will be reviewed when the pause is lifted
The rescue will, however, still consider black cat adoptions during this period for previously approved applicants and trusted friends or family members. Adoptions for cats and kittens of all other colors will continue as normal
Schaefer says they’re doing this pause to make sure those adopting the furry friends have good inte