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 guardians in ancient Egypt to feared omens in medieval Europe, black cats have had a turbulent history. Explore how superstition, witch hunts, and mass cat killings contributed to the Black Death — and how perceptions of these beautiful animals are finally changing for the better.