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Cat and dog: can they coexist?

Hund und Katze: kann das Zusammenleben funktionieren?

Cats and dogs have little in common. Their preferences and behaviour often show clear differences, which can make peaceful coexistence difficult.


Nevertheless, it is possible for dogs and cats to get used to each other and you can help both four-legged friends to get on well. Below you will find out what to consider and what is important when the animals meet for the first time.


Dogs and cats speak different languages

It is understandable that you would like your dog and cat to get along well and enjoy spending time together. However, you should keep in mind that cats and dogs communicate in different ways. Misunderstandings are therefore the order of the day and can quickly lead to arguments.

If a dog looks closely at a cat out of curiosity, for example, the feline can interpret this as threatening.

The opposite is the case with purring, which is understood by some dogs as growling, although in cats it is known to be a sign of good will.

Such communication problems do not necessarily mean that dogs and cats cannot live together peacefully. However, they make everyday life more difficult and should therefore always be kept in mind when dealing with your animals.

Friendships between cats and dogs are possible

There are many videos on the internet of dogs and cats who clearly get along very well and love to spend time together. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that it will be the same for your four-legged room-mates.

Friendships between dogs and cats are possible. However, they are not the rule. If you pay attention to a few things when bringing them together and both animals have quiet places to withdraw to, then at least peaceful coexistence should be possible and neither of the two four-legged friends will feel left out.

Young animals get used to each other more easily

Since cats and dogs are so different, it usually takes them a while to get used to each other's behaviour. Experience shows that socialisation works best in young animals, as they learn from an early age to live with their four-legged room-mate.

What to look out for before the first meeting

Keep in mind that your dog and cat will need some time to get used to each other. Before the first meeting, it is therefore advisable that the two of them get to know each other's scent. For this purpose, use blankets or toys of the four-legged friends, which you can exchange between them to sniff.

It also makes sense to keep your dog and cat in two separate rooms before they meet for the first time. Also make sure that the two four-legged friends are fed and relaxed at their meeting.

Keep an eye on the situation

Since you do not know how your four-legged friends will react when they first meet, you should definitely stay in the room and keep an eye on the situation. In this way, you can intervene at any time if the situation calls for it and separate the two if necessary.

The first meeting

Do not overwhelm your animals and limit the first meeting to a few minutes before you separate the four-legged friends again. If everything goes well, the meetings can be a little longer each time.

If there is an argument during the encounter, it is important that you intervene immediately and stop the aggression. Also, make sure you stay relaxed during the meeting, because if you get nervous, the insecurity can easily spread to your cat and dog, significantly reducing the chances of peaceful encounters.

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Tips for a long-term coexistence of dogs and cats


In general, you can expect your cat and dog to take several weeks to get used to their roommate. Before that, you should not leave the animals alone.

When you can safely leave the house for the first time varies, so you have no choice but to trust your feeling for the right time.

Regardless of this, it is essential for a peaceful coexistence that both your dog and your cat can withdraw to a safe place if the roommate is annoying. Also, make sure that none of your pets feel that you are not paying enough attention to them. Otherwise, jealousy and frustration can easily occur.

That being said, it is especially important for your cat's well-being that their litter box and food bowl are used by nobody else. It is therefore essential to teach your dog that both are taboo for it.

Our conclusion on the topic of cohabiting dogs and cats


Dogs and cats have very different needs and often don't understand each other's body language. It is therefore not that easy to get the two animals used to each other and to ensure that they get along well with each other over the long term.

By proceeding correctly from the beginning and avoiding unreasonable demands, you increase the chances of a problem-free acclimatisation phase and a coexistence without major disputes. With a little luck, your dog and cat may even become friends over time. However, there is no guarantee for this.
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