We do not do out-of-state adoptions Pitch was found as a kitten and brought to the Grateful Paw. As it happens, black cats are often overlooked in shelters because they don't stand out as much as the other cats. If you want to have something on the wild side, a black cat is like having a little black panther roaming the jungles of your home. She is a tiny bit shy, but will come close to you.