As the proud owner of a black cat, I can highly recommend them to everyone. However, unfortunately, they aren’t popular pets due to their colour. The RSPCA reports that black cats are harder to rehome than any other cats. Apparently, people overlook black cats due to superstitious reasons and the fact that they don’t look good on Instagram! Seriously if that is a real reason then those people don’t deserve a cat. Anyway, in honor of National Black Cat Day (27th October 2019) here are my top ten reasons why you need a black cat in your life.
1. Black cats are excellent at playing hide and seek
All cats are good at hiding but turn out the lights and you’ll have hours of fun trying to find your black cat. They know just how to camouflage themselves in a dark room.
2. A real-life mini panther
Who wouldn’t want a big cat to call their own? With a black cat you have your own mini panther in your house! Personally, I think just being able to say you have a mini panther is the only reason but if you need more persuading then read on.
3. Black is beautiful!
Black is elegant, classic and timeless, not just in the fashion world but in the cat world too! A black cat will compliment your decor and your outfits. Plus you’ll always look fabulous with a sleek black cat by your side.
4. Black cats look great on camera
Despite what the ‘Instagrammers’ say black cats look amazing in photos. I’ve been fortunate enough to photograph plenty of black beauties at The Great Catsby and I’m yet to find one that doesn’t look good. With the right lighting, you can show off their fabulous features.
5. Cat hair don’t care
If you hate the thought of your clothes being covered in cat hair then get a black cat! You won’t even notice their fur on you.
6. Famous black cats
There are a number of famous black cats in literature, TV and more recently on Instagram of all places! I’m sure Cole, from Cole and Marmalade, would disagree with anyone who said he wasn’t ‘Instagramable’ and so would his 641k followers!
7. Black cat names
Naming any cat can be tricky but black cats, have a range of names that only they can pull off. Some popular names are Lucky, Sooty, Ebony, Onyx, Shadow, and Vader. Or you could opt for a famous black cat, like Felix, Salem, Bagheera or Sylvester. If you need more convincing about black cat names, head over to the blog post with over 80 names for black cats.
8. 50 shades of black
Well, there aren’t actually 50 shades (I don’t think) but black cats are all different. Whether it’s black smoke, white and black, a prominent Tuxedo, auburn black or everything in between. Each cat will have its own unique mark or mustache!
9. What beautiful eyes you have!
Along with the different colours and markings black cats also come in a range of eye colours that just seem to pop against their fur.
10. A black cat will be your best friend
I am yet to meet a black cat that doesn’t love a fuss and attention. They are all so incredibly loving that it would be hard to resist their charm.
I have been very lucky to have so many black cats in my life at The Great Catsby. It’s always a pleasure getting to know each and every one.
To see more of the gorgeous mini panthers that are lucky enough to holiday at The Great Catsby head over to the Facebook page.
Hi, I’m Jenny, I’ve been a huge cat lover all my life and currently share my home with 3 cats, Lola, Nala & Trixie.
Back in 2015, whilst on maternity leave with my second son, I had a crazy idea to start The Great Catsby. The doors opened in 2017 and I haven’t looked back since.
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