Black dog, hard sell

Big black dogs are among the last animals to be adopted, but local shelters are trying to turn that around with makeovers and a little better marketing.

Sometimes, all it takes is better lighting, a brightly colored collar, or even a unique squeaky toy in its cage for an animal to be noticed, shelter workers say. Black dogs just need a little help standing out.

Employees at local shelters said they have problems finding homes for black dogs. MORE>>