The Kitty Kourier Newsletter - Pet Adoption Network...They were worshiped in ancient Egypt, and...
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Black Cats Have Purrsonality!
FALL 2015
4261 Culver Road Rochester, NY 14622 (585) 338-9175 www.petadoptionnetwork.org
The Kitty Kourier Newsletter
You’ve heard the superstitions about black cats being unlucky, right? With Halloween
coming up, we wanted to remind everyone of how silly those superstitions are and how
awesome black cats can be. Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t judge cats by the black
color of their fur and why you SHOULD consider adopting one!
Black cats are lucky! They were worshiped in ancient Egypt, and owning black cats
was thought to bring good luck. People of Scotland consider the black cat a sign of
prosperity, and in England and Japan, black cats crossing your path will make you smile
and bring good luck your way. In China, the older, uglier and blacker a cat is the luckier it is
for those who have it.
Lots of famous cats are black. Black cats have been featured in artwork,
popular shows and movies, including Felix the Cat, Star Trek, Looney
Tunes, Sailor Moon, Disney, Coraline, and many more!
Love knows no color! Your cat doesn’t care what color your hair is!
Black cats are just as loving and playful as any other cat.
Black is beautiful! There's the deep, auburn shaded black, the blue black, the black with tiny white
highlights here and there, the sleek black, the fluffy black, the black with bunny-soft fur, the black
with yellow eyes, the black with green eyes, the black with grey eyes...well, you get the picture.
Black cats are distantly related to the black panther. Their regal breeding is very apparent: majestic, mysterious,
incredibly loving and loyal, and intelligent.
Black cats go with everything—your outfits and home décor.
Black cats are the least likely to get adopted and are in need of loving homes! Why not open
your heart and home to one of PAN’s black beauties?
(some content taken from
http://www.petsafe.net/ and http://kindnessforcats.rescuegroups.org)
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Halloween Safety Tips For Your Cat Source: petMD online
1. Especially for black cats, Halloween is a dangerous time. However, any cat is at risk
outdoors after dark on Halloween. Make sure your cat is confined indoors and away
from any entryways when Trick-or-Treaters pay you a visit!
2. Keep candy and wrappers away and out of reach. Many Halloween treats, like
chocolate, are toxic to both cats and dogs. Candy wrappers can become toys that turn
into intestinal blockages for playful cats.
3. Be mindful of Halloween decorations (wires, electric cords)
and lit candles (in a Jack-o-Lantern.) Curious cats might try
to play with these!
4. Do not force your cat to wear a Halloween costume. Many
cats find wearing clothing to be stressful.
Recent Adoptions Kelly, Zippers, Fiona, Zan, Jayda, Joy, Shadow, Bosley, Anastasia, Dwight, Mouse,
Wesley, Maxx, Grace, Thor, Vinnie, Joey, Cera, Clara, Janis, Harry, Nila, Rishi, Nathan,
Jaxx, Opal, Sophie, Emerald, Leanna, Mellow, Vita, Mona, Robin, Scarlett, Joplin, Jackie
The Day Martha Went Missing! OH NOO!!!! My foster sister Peanut and I have been regular visitors once again to my mom's campground. Nearly every
weekend we all pile into the family vehicle and take a drive to a beautiful nature spot. Mom always puts out
fresh nectar for the hummingbirds that visit in front of our kitty condo. She also throws around Critter
Crunch for the other birds and chipmunks. We love laying in our bunks watching all the antics that are
happening right before our eyes. It's sooo exciting!
One afternoon my mom was doing a little cleaning after returning from the store. I know she is always care-
ful about making sure we are away from the door before opening it. Well, I played a trick on her. She was
sitting and reading when she realized that I was not coming to join her for our afternoon snuggle. She called
and called, and shook the goody bag so that I would hear it and come out. Then she got really nervous. Mom
couldn't find me ANYWHERE inside our small camper. She was tearing apart every nook and cranny to find
me. She began to panic, thinking that I might be outside in the woods, all alone and scared. Enlisting some of
the area campers, everyone started looking and calling for me. Flashlights were peeking into any dark area
that a black cat might be hiding in a
bright beautiful afternoon. No one could
find me. Mom even had a few police
officers that were camping across the
way come and tear apart the camper
inch by inch. They were experts, after
all. They were so thorough that they
even looked inside the microwave and
refrigerator! They said I was definitely
NOT inside.
Mom gave up the search and thanked
everyone for their efforts. She asked
them to keep an eye out for me and
they all said they would.
It was then about six hours since Mom
noticed I was missing. I know she was
very distraught; she was crying softly
because she was so worried about me.
Then Mom had an idea while staring at the walls …. what if ? She took out a screwdriver and started taking
apart the walls inside the camper! Wow – I have no idea what made her think of doing that. After the third
panel was removed, THERE I WAS! I am so sneaky! I was hiding in the dark underside of the refrigerator, all
wound up in the wires. I never made a sound the whole time I was hiding. Even those police officers couldn't
find me – HA!!!! Were they ever surprised to hear that I was there all along.
Hooray - I was found! I promised my Mom I wouldn't do that again – LOL – we'll see – toes crossed!
Now I’m ready for Autumn and enjoying the change in seasons. Happy Fall!
Martha