Black is Beautiful

In every sense of the word. And don't take offense. Black cats and dogs often times get overlooked in the Shelters. I don't understand why. Perhaps it's because they don't photograph as well as lighter colored animals. It's a shame really, because we have some of the most delightful black dogs and cats I've ever met!

Take Brutus - he's had a tough young life, through no fault of his own. He's a big, fun loving Black Lab. And all he's looking for is a home of his own.

Then we have Ralphie. Which cracks me up because I have a Tuxedo cat named Ralphie. Ralphie is a small Black Lab. And he's a sweetheart. He doesn't deserve to be here. He just needs a little training and he'll be good as gold. He's not a bad dog, but when you've been in jail as long as these dogs have, they tend to be rambunctious and not as well-behaved as they would be in established homes. When visiting, you need to remember that.

And how about those black cats??? Did you know that on the whole, black cats are more intelligent than any other color? Is that why they get bypassed so often? PJ was my first black cat and he was a pistol. He'd open all the drawers in the kitchen, pull everything out, then lay in the drawer. He also played fetch with his toys. He lived a good long life, and even though I now have other black cats, there will always be a special place in my heart for him.

Take a peek at these handsome boys and girls - they want, need, and deserve love just like everyone else!