Research Confirms: Black Cats Bring Good Luck to Their Owners. Illustration: Petepop
According to a recent survey of 2,000 cat owners in the United States, only 21% believe that black cats bring bad luck, while almost twice as many (41%) associate them with good luck.
The survey was conducted by OnePoll and the pet food brand ACANA to celebrate National Black Cat Day, held on October 27 in the U.S. It not only examined cat behavior but also looked at patterns and similarities among their owners.
Contrary to common stereotypes, black cat owners do not favor the color black more than other colors, though they are less likely to name white as their favorite color (28% vs. 32%).
In terms of personality, black cat owners describe themselves as shyer (40% vs. 24%), more introverted (32% vs. 21%), and “quirkier” (25% vs. 18%) than other cat owners.
They are also slightly more inclined to believe in the supernatural, including ghosts (61% vs. 59%) and aliens (50% vs. 48%).
“The truth is, while a cat’s appearance may contribute to certain stereotypes, it has no influence on the impact they have on their human companions,” said Billy Frey, marketing director for ACANA cat food, in a statement.
“Cat lovers know that a cozy home, proper care, and balanced nutrition will bring unconditional love and companionship from cats of all shapes, sizes, and colors.”
Regardless of fur color, 76% of cat owners say their feline friend has significantly improved their life, and 77% consider their cat as important as any other family member.
This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
