Don't be surprised if you come across a cat that's obviously been painted black come Halloween in Palm Beach County.
That's because most of the real black ones will be locked away in their cages at local animal shelters.
Concerned the felines of superstition will be exploited and then abandoned after Halloween, most shelters in Palm Beach are suspending black cat adoptions until Nov. 1, reports the Palm Beach Post.
"There are satanic sacrificial rituals that still exist in our country and around the world," said Karen Buchan of county animal control.
The Tri-County Humane Society and Adopt A Cat Foundation have also suspended black cat adoptions.
So no trick or treating for these felines, who are already having a rough go of it considering they are in a shelter and all. Dressing up as Catwoman is still allowed, thankfully.
Residents are also still allowed to carve pumpkins.
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Shelters claim most people use the cats in pranks or as live Halloween decorations, but then turn right around and turn them loose or bring them back to the shelter. People who are genuinely interested in adopting a black cat, which is routine the least popular breed, can put one on hold and pick it up after Halloween.
After all, November is a pretty safe month for cats. We wonder what the county plans on doing to protect its turkey population.
