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Posted on Fri, Jun 29, 2012 : 6 a.m.

Black dogs and cats are at the center of this week's Pet Photo Friday

By Lorrie Shaw

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Photo Courtesy of Leslie Ayres

Last week, I wrote about the plight that black pets of all ages suffer, and to many, it was surprising.

We put out the call to help dispel the myths that surround black, large-breed dogs and black cats, and you responded in a huge way by sharing your photos and stories of your beloved pets.

Shelters across the county find it challenging to place large breed, black dogs.

Some humans find it difficult to "read" the dark faces of these canines: their black coats can make it difficult for their facial expressions to shine through. Because of that, they often do not photograph well, either — ask anyone who has tried to snap a photo of a sweet face that seems to get swallowed up by darkness.

There are some who find black dogs plain, uninteresting. Really?

Its not a canine's fault if he was born without the fur and markings that accentuate the awesome physical features that they all possess. It's a human fault for not recognizing those attributes.

To highlight how great all of your pets are, you're once again invited to share your photos and stories of your special pets with us again next week.

Would you like to join in the fun?

Participating is easy!

Simply email a photo of your furry friend to ppsa2mi@gmail.com, at any time of the week, and be sure to give a little anecdote about what's best about them. Your photos will be included as part of our ongoing Pet Photo Friday feature.

Please include the animal's name, age, and city or township of residence in your email. Be sure that your photos are 1200 pixels wide and in .jpg format.

We'll put the series' photos into a slideshow, publish and promote on next Friday as well here in the Pets section.

Lorrie Shaw is lead pets blogger for AnnArbor.com. Connect with her on Google+ or e-mail her directly.

Comments

RunsWithScissors

Sat, Jun 30, 2012 : 7:16 p.m.

I agree. What a bevy of black beauties.

TrappedinMI

Sat, Jun 30, 2012 : 3:28 p.m.

Love the pics and black animals!