Ever had a black cat cross your path and felt a sudden chill? This superstition traces back to 13th-century Europe, when Pope Gregory IX declared black cats servants of Satan and witches. But is there any truth to it? Discover the fascinating (and foolish) medieval origins of this myth, why it's complete nonsense today, and how it unfairly harms real black cats.

From revered hunters to beloved lap warmers, domestic cats have traveled a fascinating path alongside humans. Explore how cats went from wild predators to cherished companions—shaped by ancient civilizations, superstition, survival, and selective breeding—into the purring household icons we know today.