Black Cat on a Fence
A slim cat with an arched back and curled tail sitting on top of a wooden picket fence rail.
6 Halloween Black Cat Coloring Pages to Print
Black Cat and Pumpkin
A black cat sitting beside a jack-o'-lantern.
Spooky Hissing Black Cat
A startled black cat with its back arched high, fur standing on end, ears flat.
Witch with Cat and Cauldron
A witch standing with a cat beside a bubbling cauldron.
Kitten in a Witch Hat with Yarn
A playful kitten wearing a small pointed witch hat with a buckle band.
Kitten with Pumpkins
A wide-eyed kitten wearing a small bow, sitting among four round pumpkins of different sizes.
About This Collection
Some of the cats come with company. A witch stands next to a cat and a bubbling cauldron, a kitten wears a small pointed witch hat with a buckle band while it plays with yarn, and a wide-eyed kitten with a bow sits among four pumpkins of different sizes.
The fence cat and the hisser have bold outlines, which makes them good for ages 3 to 5. The witch and cauldron scene has bubbles, a hat and a long skirt, so it suits ages 6 and up. Black crayon is the obvious choice for the fur, but gray and deep purple give the cats some shape.
Halloween Black Cat Coloring FAQ
Are black cats really unlucky?
It depends where you live. In the United States they're linked to bad luck, but in the United Kingdom and Japan a black cat is often thought to bring good luck.
What is a witch's familiar?
In old folk stories, a familiar was an animal helper that stayed with a witch, and it was often a black cat. The Witch with Cat and Cauldron shows that pair.
Why do cats arch their backs and hiss?
They're trying to look bigger when they feel scared or threatened. The Spooky Hissing Black Cat catches that moment.
Can cats see in the dark?
Not in total darkness, but they need far less light than people do. A layer in the back of the eye bounces light around, which is why cat eyes seem to glow.
How do I color a black cat so it doesn't look flat?
Use dark gray, navy or purple instead of one flat black. Leave a few light spots on the fur as highlights.
Which designs have kittens?
The Kitten in a Witch Hat with Yarn and the Kitten with Pumpkins both show young cats.
Helpful Guides
- A Month-by-Month Classroom Coloring Calendar for Teachers: where Halloween Black Cat pages fit in the October classroom calendar.
- Birthday Party Coloring Table Ideas and Themed Printables: set up a party table with Halloween Black Cat pages.