Black Dog Syndrome refers to the bias that causes black dogs to be overlooked & we’re seeing it with 37 black dogs waiting at our shelter 🖤 Black dogs are often overlooked in shelters due to stigma, unconscious bias and the simple fact that they’re harder to photograph. Not because of their personalities. Not because they’re “less adoptable.” 😕 Just because of their color. Right now, 37 black dogs (and counting) are waiting at our shelter for someone to choose them 🥺 Every dog you see in this
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A phenomenon known as “Black Dog Syndrome” says black dogs in shelters are often overlooked for adoption, leading to longer shelter stays. But statistics don’t show the tail wags, the loyalty, or the love waiting just beneath the surface. Look twice. You might just find your best friend. 🖤 Personality matters more than coat color. And these dogs have plenty of it! #adoptdontshop #adoptionsaveslives #blackdogsyndrome #blackdogsrule #animalshelter #doglover #DogLoversUnite #adoptabledogs #fultonc
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It's a sad reality in shelters: black furred animals often wait longer for homes compared to others. "Black Dog Syndrome" is a phenomenon in animal shelters & rescues where black dogs are overlooked or take longer to be adopted. Some say it’s because they are less visible in poorly lit kennels. Some buy into the negative stereotype that black dogs are more likely to be “mean”. And even though we know our darker dogs are just as loving and friendly as any other, we’re forced to accept the reality
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So when it comes to Rescue dogs, I’ve heard of this thing called the Black Dog Syndrome (BDS) where black dogs are less likely to be adopted at the shelters and are often more overlooked than others. And honestly to me it’s so mind boggling because I happen to think they’re some of the most beautiful creatures on the planet 🥹 Anyway, enjoy this video of Leo ignoring me 🤸🏾 | OTCK9 Academy
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Let’s revisit Black Dog Syndrome. It’s a real phenomenon in which black dogs are less likely to be adopted. There is a general stereotype that black dogs are scary or more aggressive than dogs with other coats. Color bias and the fact that they are less photogenic are other reasons. There are studies that have proven that dogs (and cats) with black fur negatively influences their adoption rates. Because of this, the population of black dogs in shelters is higher resulting in a higher percentage
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Due to Black Dog Syndrome many dogs like Flicka find themselves in shelters for longer periods of time than other lighter coated dogs. So be sure to give the black coated dogs in rescue a little love and read their bios 💕. Who knows maybe you will find your perfect match with them? https://www.mopitbullrescue.org/flicka https://www.mopitbullrescue.org/thelma-louise https://www.mopitbullrescue.org/bear-cub-pups | Missouri Pit Bull Rescue
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