Big Black Dog Syndrome
Last Updated: February 5th, 2010

Did you know that black dogs, especially big black dogs, such as Labs and Lab mixes, Rottweilers, or Newfoundlands, are usually the last ones to be adopted and black dogs, and cats too, are euthanized at a higher rate than other animals.

This phenomenon is so common it even has a name: big black dog syndrome or BBD.

 Take a look at our adoption page right now and you will see almost all black dogs. Some of these dog’s siblings have been adopted, often because they had a lighter colored coat. Yesterday we brought in 3 more black pups, we have litter of 6 black pups coming up for adoption and 5 out of 9 more pups in a second litter. When you look for a dog, please think about personality and temperament and consider giving a black dog a spot in your family.

 Annie, Amy & Anna are three beautiful black and tan sheppard crosses that have been waiting patiently for their forever home. Have you passed over them because they look to “ordinary” ?  These girls are far from ordinary and promise to give you unconditional love and companionship.