LOS ANGELES : Black Cat Adoptions Barred Until After Halloween
The Los Angeles Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has announced a temporary ban on black cat adoptions until after Halloween.
At any time of year, black felines may be targets for pranksters or used in cult rituals, but Halloween is the time they are in greatest danger, said SPCA spokeswoman Mary Brankovic.
The ban takes effect on Sunday and continues through Oct. 31 at the SPCA shelters at 12910 Yukon Ave. in Hawthorne and 5026 W. Jefferson Blvd. in Los Angeles.
SPCA officials said owners of black cats should take extra precautions in protecting their animal during the weeks preceding Halloween.
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