A TikTok video shows the gentle introduction between a golden retriever and tiny kittens. Learn how dogs and cats can become friends.
In a video uploaded to the
TikTok
dog lover channel @cutepet.89, a golden retriever can be seen curiously but gently greeting the youngest members of his family. The kittens, especially the mom cat, don't seem to be afraid of Goldie, but actually enjoy the closeness of the sturdy protector.
Full of trust, the new cat mother leans against the dog while he lovingly looks after the little velvet paws. The four-legged friend curiously sniffs the mini kitties and observes their development with fascination. Read here five characteristics that tell you that a dog was raised by a cat.
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Dogs and cats can be friends – cute video proves it
The adorable video proves that dogs and cats don't necessarily fight each other when they come face to face. This is confirmed, for example, by the online pet register
Findefix
. With these five tips you can bring your four-legged friends together:
Slow introduction:
Start by keeping your dog and cat separate from each other in different rooms so they can get used to each other's sounds and smells. Scent samples support habituation.
Positive association
: Reward both dog and cat with treats and praise when they behave calmly and calmly while looking or sniffing each other.
Controlled encounters:
Allow the dog and cat to meet under supervision, with the dog on a leash (possibly muzzled) or in a safe area to minimize potential conflicts. At least two people you trust should be present. A slightly elevated vantage point makes it easier for the cat to get an overview. You should also always offer the cat an opportunity to escape.
Retreats:
Make sure both dog and cat have access to places where they can feel safe when they feel stressed.
Patience and time:
Give both animals enough time to get used to each other and do not force encounters that could lead to conflict. With patience and positive experiences, dogs and cats can eventually become friends.
As an extra tip,
Findefix
recommends feeding the animals enough before meeting them for the first time so that both are full and happy, which leads to a more relaxed atmosphere. The same applies to employment. A busy dog will approach a cat in a more relaxed manner than one that has a lot of excess energy. Tilly the cat and Winston the dog were such good friends throughout their lives that they even died together.
“Like he’s smiling” – sweet comments under viral TikTok video
Almost 55 million users have watched the heartwarming clip on
TikTok
so far. More than 5.6 million hearts were left behind. In the comments, the loving expressions are overwhelming in view of the golden retriever's pure happiness from the little baby cats.
“It makes your heart open. 🥹"
“What trust between the two of them. 🥰”
“Animals are the most loving creatures on earth. ❤️“
"Oh my God. What trust and harmony. Pure sugar shock. ❤️🫶”
“As if he were smiling when she held the little red one under his nose. 😍🥺”
“She knows her best friend won’t hurt her kittens. ❤️“
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