Along with the various connotations of the Friday date already existing, for many years, black cats have been subject to various superstitions. 

So much so that some rescue centres have said it takes longer to rehome black cats due to the ideas that exist about their personalities.

For centuries, people have avoided black cats on the date, with some believing that they bring bad luck and misfortune.

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It has been believed by some that black cats are witches' helpers, and are capable of inflicting various evils. 

Black cats have not had an easy time of it, in medieval times, they were also associated with death and disease, with many accusing the felines of spreading the plague. More recently, they are also seen as a symbol of Halloween.

This Friday 13, we want to see reader's pictures of their black cats, to showcase the beautiful animals, and give them some good luck instead of bad luck this year.