The Spanish town of Terrassa in Catalonia has temporarily stopped black cat adoptions. The measures have been taken to prevent harm or misuse during Halloween 2025.

From October 6 to November 10, local shelters will reject requests to adopt or foster black cats. It is a safety step against possible “rituals” or cruelty, the BBC reported. Also Read | Chinese influencer builds mini underground station for his cats, internet amazed

"We try to prevent people from adopting because it's trendy or impulsive. And, in cases like these, which we know exist, to prevent any macabre practices," the BBC quoted Duque as saying.

Terrassa is home to over 9,800 cats. It has about 100 in its adoption centre, including 12 black ones. According to authorities, the Halloween 2025 adoption ban is tempora

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