Black cats bring bad luck

Or Just Misunderstood?

Ah, the black cat. Just a shadow in the night, a mysterious apparition silently observing you. For some, the epitome of bad luck; for others, simply a cat with a particularly stylish coat. But let’s be honest: where does this belief that black cats bring misfortune come from?

It probably started somewhere in the Middle Ages, a time when people were still afraid of shadows, witches, and their own neighbors. Black cats were often associated with witches, who at the time had pretty bad PR (thanks to, well, everything ever invented by humans). If a black cat even bothered to cross your path, it had to be an omen that your day wouldn’t exactly end sunnily.

Fast forward to today, and you’d think we’d know better by now. But no! Black cats are still seen as bringers of bad luck. This not only impacts their reputation but also their adoption chances in shelters. People are apparently more afraid of a black cat in their living room than of their annual tax return.

But let’s be honest: who’s really the bringer of bad luck here? You, with your expensive vase that happens to be fragile and at cat height? Or the cat who just wanted to look over the edge because, let’s face it, cats know no bounds?

And perhaps it’s time for a reversal of the stereotype. What if black cats actually bring good luck? After all, they’re practically invisible in the dark, saving you a lot of electricity. And who has a more luxurious look than a glossy black panther, but in miniature form?

So next time a black cat crosses your path, give it a wink. Maybe it will bring not only good luck but also a touch of style into your life. And if bad luck still persists, blame your vase—not the cat.