Kristina Pepelko is a writer, avid traveler, food lover and passionate animal, environmental and social... Kristina Pepelko is a writer, avid traveler, food lover and passionate animal, environmental and social justice advocate. She has taught English in Croatia and worked as a travel writer for Like Croatia. Currently, she serves as a poetry editor for the literary journal, Squalorly and as a volunteer for Keep Michigan Wolves Protected in addition to being an OGP Green Monster who focuses on the Buzz Monster and Earth Monster channels. You can follow her on Twitter: @K__Pep. Read more about Kristina Pepelko Read More
Black cats have gotten a bad rap over the years because of long-held superstitions. The main one being that when a black cat crosses your path, it’s a sign that death is coming your way.
These superstitions and others are of course completely false, yet have nonetheless created a widespread fear of black cats.
There is nothing to fear though!
Black cats are wonderful companions and deserve your love and a fair chance.
Check out five good reasons why you shouldn’t be afraid of these dark-furred felines below!





Looking to give a forever home to a black kitty? Find one through Black Cat Rescue or at your local shelter!
Image source: Pedro Ribeiro Simoes / Flickr
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I love my black kitten! I have always thought black cats are absolutely beautiful. Someone has to be a complete moron to think that black cats are any different than any other color of cat.