Dear reader, listening to Howlin’ Wolf’s version of “I Ain’t Superstitious, but a black cat crossed my trail” sparked my interest in how superstitions affect adoptions of black cats and dogs.

People not adopting black cats and dogs because of superstitions and stigmas Coffee found to have startling effect on aging, says new study Dolly Parton's sister calls out 'endless misinformation' ...

Imagine it’s a crisp and sunny fall morning. You just left your local coffee shop, ready to start your day. Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a glimpse of something moving in the bushes. Is it ...

Dating back to the Middle Ages, black dogs have been tied to superstition and negativity. Some of this association continues today, despite logically understanding a dog's coat color has nothing to do ...

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