Black Dogs and their Woes

This is an article we received some time ago from our "Dog Magazine" from the US.

Is it true no one loves black dogs? Well...it isn't "no one" that loves black dogs, but there does seem to be an issue with the adoptability of black dogs. According to Susan Smith of the Franklin County Dog Shelter, black dogs are less adoptable. Ms. Smith says, "If you have two similar dogs - one black, one light colored side-by-side with similar temperaments, both well behaved, both house broken and friendly, the light-colored dog will be adopted before the black dog". Why are black dogs less adoptable?

It is hard to know for sure. For one, dark hair is a dominant trait. There are more brunettes than any other hair color. In fact, in people, they estimate that 100 years from now, there will be no red-headed people in the country. Is the same true in dogs? It is hard to know for sure but that seems to be the case on a smaller scale. There may be more black dogs to choose from.

In addition, many shelters are in older facilities. The lighting is often suboptimal. Most people that go to shelters to adopt will find a dog by making a connection with a dog. That usually starts with eye contact. Dark dogs in dark cages are harder to see. It is possible because they are hard to see that eye contact is not as obvious and frequent.

Regardless of the cause - WE LOVE Black Dogs. We think they deserve every chance at a good home as any other dog.

So...if you are looking to adopt - don't overlook the black dogs. If you can't see them well, ask the helper to take the dog out of the cage so that you can see him or her better and interact. It is true as statistics have shown that black dogs are harder to rehome .. and in Singapore, especially the black ones with white paws.

For dog lovers like us, black, white, brown, red, blue .. local cross, unlocal cross, special, breed, no breed, local, stray, mongrel, mutt, we don't care, a dog is a pet, a friend, a lifelong companion. His blood is as red as the other colored ones. They wuff, they wag, howl, bark, whine, whimper, sigh, nuzzle and muzzle, pricke their ears, lick, drool, eat, sleep and most importantly – love you death and repay you with their devotion – they are exactly the same, created and aptly called Man’s Best Friend.

No higher homage has been to made to a pet than a dog. Any dog, your dog and mine. So love it, love it till it dies, don’t abandon it. Because it will NEVER abandon you. Never judge you, never discount you.

Here's to all the Beautiful Black Dogs, or otherwise, and the loving homes that have taken them in.

For those who have adopted a black dog, thank you for taking them in, color is no restrictor of love and devotion, for those who are looking at adopting right now, do have a care for them in your heart and give them a chance. We have some black dogs for you to consider. Prove the stats wrong, that black dogs are adoptable.

Some of our lovely Black Dogs for Adoption

Shy Lady
Female, around 5 months old.
Docile and shy
Wonderful temperament
Very friendly with children and other small pets

Playful Junior
Male around 8 – 9 months old.
Small in size but Huge in personality
Friendly, fun - likes people and dogs.
Will be an excellent addition to family with children

Devoted Cara
Female around less than 2 years old.
Loyal, devoted, caring
Sweet and gentle with people and children
A little afraid initially but warms up eventually and when she does a jewel is discovered
Cara has a white patch on her chest. Her special star.