Black Dog Syndrome

An unfortunate trend has developed in recent years. It's called "Black Dog Syndrome". The most common dog to be "put down" in animal shelters are black dogs, especially "Big" black dogs. The attendants say there are several different reasons for this.

Because black doesn't show up well in photos, it's hard to make a black dog look good in shelter adoptee photos. Black dogs of all types and sizes actually suffer from this, it's not just a "big" black dog problem. People also associate big black dogs with violence and attacks. When they think of an angry, aggressive, threatening dog-the image of a "Big Black Dog" comes to mind.

Here's a site that caters to discussing the "Black Dog" problem we have in this country. If you have a black dog make sure it's spayed or neutered at the appropriate time. A situation like this should be treated with sensitivity and compassion. Why must all "Black Dogs" die simply because their black? It reveals a flaw in the ability of Americans to distinguish between reality and fuzzy rumors and old news stories lurking in the back of our minds. A "Black Dog" is just as kind, funny, talented, fun, smart, lovable and likeable as dogs of any other color for Heaven's sake! Wake up folks and when considering a new shelter pet-focus in on showing compassion to "Black Dogs"! Open up your home to one and you won't regret it.

Site To Learn About the "Black Dog" Problem Here!