Real Kool Katz

Once upon a time, in the land of ancient Egypt, cats were worshipped like the furry royalty they are. The Egyptians had a cat-headed goddess named Bastet, who was the original "cat lady". Fast forward a few centuries, and cats found themselves in the middle of Halloween shenanigans.

During the Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest season, people believed that the veil between the living and the dead was at its thinnest. Naturally, cats, with their mysterious ways and night-vision eyes, were thought to be the perfect companions for witches and spirits.

In medieval Europe, black cats got a bad rap. Superstitious folks thought they were witches in disguise or their spooky sidekicks. This led to the belief that crossing paths with a black cat would bring bad luck. But let’s be honest, the only bad luck here is not having a cat to cuddle with!

Today, cats are Halloween icons, gracing decorations, costumes, and memes alike. Whether they’re perched on a pumpkin or casting a shadow in the moonlight, these feline friends add a touch of magic and mischief to the spooky season. So, next time you see a black cat on Halloween, give it a wink and a treat – after all, it’s just trying to keep the spirit of Halloween alive!