When Helen came to MHC, we knew we had to do everything we can to find this darling cat a home that will be willing and able to take care of her special needs. 

Helen already had a few challenges:

• born blind and deaf
• older cat at almost 9 years 
• she's a solid black cat (read about Black Cat & Dog Syndrome)

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On top of that, she had become homeless when her owner passed away. Even the 2 cats she was surrendered with did not seem to care for Helen at all. 

Despite all of life's challenges, Helen retained her sweet and gentle nature and kept hoping for the best. 

Black Cat & Dog Syndrome is described as a phenomenon that dark-coated pets are overlooked most of the time by adopters in favor of animals with lighter fur hues. But why? 

When we think of Halloween, the first colors that pop into our mind are orange and black. Other colors are often used for decorating like purples, greens, etc., but orange and black have been for a number of years the colors most often associated with the Holiday. Orange is understandable as it is a perfect fall color reminiscent of falling leaves and the pumpkin patch. Black, on the other hand, is a bit more symbolic.

​Trick-or-treating —going door to door in costume and asking for a treat —has been a tradition in the United States and other countries for more than a century.

Kids love it as do many adults who get into the spirit of Halloween by decorating their house and dressing in costume to hand out treats.  
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However, some family members may find it stressful rather than fun-filled: that is, the four-legged ones! 

​The constant ringing of the door-bell, laughter and noisemakers can make your pet very nervous.