Maybe it's superstition. Some people say they can't see or make a connection with a black dog or cat in a poorly lit kennel. And for folks browsing the internet, black dogs and cats don't always photograph as well as their lighter colored friends.

Whatever the reason, our black and black & white canine and feline friends sit at the shelter or in our foster homes much longer and are harder to place. So if you are looking at a new pet for the family... please don't overlook the black ones!