
Halloween Black Cat
An arch-backed black cat with a puffed tail standing by a small pumpkin in front of a full moon — a classic Halloween coloring page.
Here is a Halloween favorite: a black cat with an arched back and a puffed-up tail standing beside a small pumpkin, its pointed ears, big round eyes, and curling whiskers all on show, with a full moon glowing behind it. The cat's bold body shape gives younger children a clear, fun area to fill, while the whiskers, pumpkin, and moon add details for older kids who want more to do. Black cats are a long-running symbol of Halloween, and in real life they come in glossy shades of black, brown, and grey. The arched back and bushy tail are exactly what a real cat does when it is startled, which is a fun thing to point out while you color. Print it on US Letter or A4 paper and decide whether your cat stays classic black or turns into a surprise color all its own.
Coloring Tips
- Classic or colorful — go traditional with a black cat, or try grey, ginger, or even purple for a twist.
- Light the moon — a pale yellow moon behind a dark cat makes a striking spooky silhouette.
- Pop the eyes — color the big round eyes bright green or yellow so they shine out of the dark fur.