{"id":772,"date":"2020-05-15T10:21:24","date_gmt":"2020-05-15T10:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=772"},"modified":"2020-05-15T10:21:24","modified_gmt":"2020-05-15T10:21:24","slug":"are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Are black cats smarter than other cats?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Black cats are some of the most beautiful creatures this world has to offer.\u00a0 There\u2019s something so mysterious about them.\u00a0 It\u2019s a shame that they have a bit of a bad rep because black cats are so awesome.\u00a0 Let\u2019s look at some of the reasons why they\u2019re so cool, starting with them being really intelligent \u2013 even more so than other cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Every cat is different, but here are some things that black cat owners have noticed to be true about their black cats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Black_cats_are_smart_and_sensitive\" title=\"Black cats are smart and sensitive.&nbsp;\">Black cats are smart and sensitive.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Black_cats_bring_GOOD_luck\" title=\"Black cats bring GOOD luck\">Black cats bring GOOD luck<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Black_cats_are_healthier_than_other_cats\" title=\"Black cats are healthier than other cats\">Black cats are healthier than other cats<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Common_questions_about_black_cats\" title=\"Common questions about black cats\">Common questions about black cats<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#What_breed_are_black_cats\" title=\"What breed are black cats?\">What breed are black cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Why_did_my_black_cat_change_color\" title=\"Why did my black cat change color?\">Why did my black cat change color?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Is_there_a_holiday_for_black_cats\" title=\"Is there a holiday for black cats?\">Is there a holiday for black cats?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_cats_are_smart_and_sensitive\"><\/span><strong>Black cats are smart and sensitive.&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there haven\u2019t been any studies linking <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-powers-does-black-cat-have\/\" >black colored cats to more brain power<\/a>, there has been anecdotal evidence that black cats are often very smart.\u00a0 Maybe because throughout the centuries, they\u2019ve had to rely on their street smarts in order to not get killed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are quick to adapt to change \u2013 and they\u2019re usually very calm.&nbsp; That\u2019s one of the reasons why these furry balls of soot are a great addition to any household.&nbsp; Even though they\u2019re usually pretty reserved, black cats tend to have a lot of personality \u2013 they can be loving and energetic.&nbsp;&nbsp; They\u2019ll enjoy playing with challenging toys and complex games like fetch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the reasons why black cats are so adaptable could be because they\u2019re very observant and sensitive.&nbsp; Black cats can sense when change is about to happen or if there\u2019s a change in their human\u2019s moods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These cats are people pleasers and always value your happiness.&nbsp; When you\u2019re sad, you might find them near you, ready to offer some emotionally supportive cuddles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_cats_bring_GOOD_luck\"><\/span><strong>Black cats bring GOOD luck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the middle ages, black cats have unfortunately been linked to witches and bad luck.&nbsp; Utter tosh.&nbsp; As a matter of fact, in many cultures, black cats are believed to bring in good luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Japan, they see cats as the bringer of love.\u00a0 The belief is that single women who own black cats get more suitors than those who don\u2019t.\u00a0 If you think about it, this could very well be true.\u00a0 Having pets can definitely increase someone\u2019s chances of finding love.\u00a0 English people used to give black cats as gifts believing that it would bring luck and happiness to the marriage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sailors thought that having black cats aboard their ships would bring them luck.\u00a0 Maybe it\u2019s because cats can rid the whole ship from pests like mice, and of course, as cuddly companions.\u00a0 Even the people who chose to spend most of their lives on land thought black cats brought in great luck.\u00a0 A common belief in Scotland was that if a black cat approached your house, you\u2019d be blessed with prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_cats_are_healthier_than_other_cats\"><\/span><strong>Black cats are healthier than other cats<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There has been research showing that black cats have immunities that other cats don\u2019t have.&nbsp; As evidenced by the researchers at the National Institute of Health, it has been found that cats with black fur are more resilient against diseases like Feline HIV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right now, scientists all over the world are researching how black cats were able to evolve to resist diseases like HIV and Alzheimer\u2019s.\u00a0 Who knows, sooner or later, we might find out that your black kitty\u2019s DNA holds the key to solving these health issues in humans as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[crp]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_questions_about_black_cats\"><\/span><strong>Common questions about black cats<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_are_black_cats\"><\/span><strong>What breed are black cats?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Black <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/top-10-cutest-cat-breeds\/\" >cats come from many different breeds<\/a> \u2013 from Maine Coons to Cornix Rexes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only breed that is sure to be black is the Bombay.\u00a0 They look like tiny black panthers.\u00a0 They\u2019re black everywhere, including their toe beats\u2013 save for their gorgeous copper eyes.\u00a0 They\u2019re very affectionate cats who like to follow their owners around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another \u201cblack\u201d cat breed is the Burmese.&nbsp; These cats are a little less dark than Bombays \u2013 most would call their coloring as chocolate.&nbsp; They\u2019re very social \u2013 sometimes to the point of being clingy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_my_black_cat_change_color\"><\/span><strong>Why did my black cat change color?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Black cats are black because they have a genetic mutation.&nbsp; Solid black cats can, later in life, \u201crust\u201d and turn reddish brown.&nbsp; This happens if they have a dominant tabby stripe gene in their DNA and if they\u2019ve had a lot of sun exposure.&nbsp; In time, their pigmentation can break down and reveal their lighter side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason could be that they have a copper deficiency.&nbsp; Please note that copper plays an important role in your cat\u2019s body processes.&nbsp; If you suspect that this could be why your cat is changing colors, please talk to your vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_holiday_for_black_cats\"><\/span><strong>Is there a holiday for black cats?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, they have two, in fact, and nope, neither day falls on Halloween.\u00a0 August 17 is Black Cat Appreciation day.\u00a0 It\u2019s a whole holiday meant to break the negative stigma around black cats.\u00a0 Black Cat day happens on October 27.\u00a0 It\u2019s a day to celebrate how beautiful black cats are and to raise awareness about their low adoption rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Back cats being very intelligent is one of the reasons why they are so loved.\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/why-are-black-cats-weird\/\">Black cats<\/a> are observant, curious and calm, which makes them highly adaptable \u2013 even more so than other cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Are-black-cats-smarter-than-cats-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Are black cats smarter than cats\" class=\"wp-image-774\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black cats are some of the most beautiful creatures this world has to offer.\u00a0 There\u2019s something so mysterious about them.\u00a0 It\u2019s a shame that they have a bit of a<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":773,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[8],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v16.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Are black cats smarter than other cats? 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