Black Dog Syndrome (or BDS, also known as black dog bias) is a phenomenon now being recognized by many dog rescues and shelters. The theory (and actual experience is bearing this out) is that large, black dogs, have a much lower chance of being adopted, and a much larger chance of being killed. Let's fight that.! Please pass this video on if you support fighting against Black Dog Bias. | The Gift Box
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Black Dog Syndrome refers to the bias that causes black dogs to be overlooked & we’re seeing it with 37 black dogs waiting at our shelter 🖤 Black dogs are often overlooked in shelters due to stigma, unconscious bias and the simple fact that they’re harder to photograph. Not because of their personalities. Not because they’re “less adoptable.” 😕 Just because of their color. Right now, 37 black dogs (and counting) are waiting at our shelter for someone to choose them 🥺 Every dog you see in this
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A phenomenon known as “Black Dog Syndrome” says black dogs in shelters are often overlooked for adoption, leading to longer shelter stays. But statistics don’t show the tail wags, the loyalty, or the love waiting just beneath the surface. Look twice. You might just find your best friend. 🖤 Personality matters more than coat color. And these dogs have plenty of it! #adoptdontshop #adoptionsaveslives #blackdogsyndrome #blackdogsrule #animalshelter #doglover #DogLoversUnite #adoptabledogs #fultonc
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It's a sad reality in shelters: black furred animals often wait longer for homes compared to others. "Black Dog Syndrome" is a phenomenon in animal shelters & rescues where black dogs are overlooked or take longer to be adopted. Some say it’s because they are less visible in poorly lit kennels. Some buy into the negative stereotype that black dogs are more likely to be “mean”. And even though we know our darker dogs are just as loving and friendly as any other, we’re forced to accept the reality
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🐾🖤 Black Dog Syndrome Is Real 🖤🐾 Did you know black dogs are often the last to be adopted and the first to be overlooked in shelters? It’s called Black Dog Syndrome, and it’s heartbreaking 💔 Why? Some say it's superstition. Others blame lighting in shelter photos. But none of that should matter. Because under that shiny black coat is a loyal, loving, playful, and sweet soul waiting to be noticed. ✨ Black dogs are just as huggable. Just as goofy. Just as perfect. ✨ Help us change the narrati
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