Our favorite pets that accompany us constantly in our lives are cats and dogs. Wherever a person lives, they always accompany him. Today we will talk about whether there is a friendship of cats and dogs. How do they relate to each other, and what are the problems between them?
Cat and dog: enemies or friends?
It is generally accepted that these animals are always on the verge of war among themselves. Cats live with a man in his house, and dogs live in the yard. As soon as they cross, a scuffle begins. The fluffy beauty seeks to hide in a secluded place, and the dog catches up with her. Nevertheless, this does not always happen, the friendship of cats and dogs still exists.
A person should remember that in nature these animals are hunters. The difference is that the dogs are chasing everyone and are ready to rush even to a healthy elephant, but the cats are more sophisticated and clever natures - they will track down smaller prey, which they really can handle. Cats are not afraid of dogs, they run away from them so as not to get involved. If the fluffy beauty or the fluffy beauty has a desire, then they will cling to the offender’s nose without regret.
Can these animals live in the same house with humans?
Many people think that they will not live in the same room and the friendship of cats and dogs will not work out. But it is not so. It all depends on the person. If he makes every effort, then everything will end happily. There is no innate hostility between them.
Nature created so that these animals should not intersect at all. They behave differently in the surrounding world, produce food and rest in different ways. They express their feelings each individually, which is why a misunderstanding develops.
Cats love to walk on their own. They are untouched and selfish. Even living with a person in his house, they behave arrogantly, observe everything from above or from a distance. Dogs love a close relationship with the owner. They climb, wag their tail, bark, that is, do everything to be noticed, praised and talked to.
Attacking a cat and knocking it over, they try to get to know each other. Dogs sniff it, bite, which violates the cat's space to the maximum. The cat starts off, and the dog, respectively, follows her, as her hunting instinct is manifested. The person who wants to have these animals at the same time is faced with the task of making efforts so that the friendship of cats and dogs takes place in his house.
Who is better to get - adult animals or babies?
The best option would be to have a puppy and kitten. Adult animals will build friendships for a very long time. A good option is to introduce the kitten to an adult dog. An adult, sociable dog, considering himself a full member of the family, will politely relate to the appearance of a younger friend. He will even take care and patronize the baby.
Pet Reconciliation Tips
In any case, you should adhere to the following rules:
- At first, do not leave animals alone and watch them.
- Do not allow situations in which the dog will drive the kitty. An animal perceives any escape from itself as a hunt. In this case, you will have to forget about the friendship of cats and dogs.
- In the early days, do not let the animals communicate frequently. Cats love to settle down alone. They will all sniff and look for nooks and crannies for themselves in your home.
- When they meet, persuade the dog - do not let it react too violently to a new acquaintance. The cat must find a safe place for herself, from where she will watch the stranger until she gets used to it.
- Distribute your heat and affection equally to the animals so that there is no jealousy.
- If you already have an adult cat, and you want to get a dog, then it is better to bring a young puppy to the house up to three months of age. For some time, do not let the cat to the puppy, he needs to get comfortable, and she will observe a new friend from afar. When he realizes that the cat is not dangerous, and she sees that the puppy is helpless, then, most likely, she will even take him into custody and will lick like her kitten.
- Food should be given to animals at the same time, in the same room, but in different places. The cat will definitely try the dog’s treat. She is curious by nature and she will be interested, and suddenly it tastes better there. At first, do not let her to someone else's food, but later they may eat from one dish.
How to understand that a friendship has taken place?
If animals already eat and sleep together, the friendship between a cat and a dog has taken place. But do not forget that if your fluffy beauty fell in love with a new friend, then she will continue to treat all other dogs differently. If you see that the dog meets a new girlfriend or friend with a wagging tail, then it is positively located for further communication. Cats will come up with their own rules in relationships, and dogs will obey them.
A little time will pass - and the cat will understand that sleeping next to the dog is warm and comfortable. She will lie down next to a new friend, and you will only have to give the same amount of love to both pets. If there is no jealousy, then there will be friendship of people, cats and dogs!