The tender friendship of a newborn cat and a wolf dog: “It heals my heart”

Many people assume that dogs and cats are natural enemies, but this popular belief is not always true.

Oliver Thansan
Oliver Thansan
05 May 2024 Sunday 23:26
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The tender friendship of a newborn cat and a wolf dog: “It heals my heart”

Many people assume that dogs and cats are natural enemies, but this popular belief is not always true. There are numerous cases that show that, with proper socialization and a lot of patience, these animals of different species can forge deep and lasting friendships.

A recent example of this peaceful coexistence has gone viral on TikTok, where a video shows the tender relationship between a kitten and an imposing Czechoslovakian wolfdog.

The dog, known for being one of the closest genetically to the wolf, seems to perfectly understand the fragility of his little friend. In the video, the dog appears calm and protective, reflecting a high degree of empathy and understanding towards the kitten.

The recording captures moments of the dog lying calmly while the kitten sits next to him. They are also seen playing together in a respectful and affectionate way, which shows caring behavior. In some shots, the dog gently marks the kitten as a sign of play, which the cat imitates by biting the dog's paw.

These behaviors are indicative that, far from being irreconcilable enemies, dogs and cats can learn to live together in peace. This good relationship is possible thanks to a careful and supervised introduction, which allows each animal to get used to the presence and behavior of the other. In this case, the cat will grow up next to a large dog, while the canine has had to get used to the presence of a very fragile baby cat.

The images of these two great friends have melted a lot of hearts on TikTok. “I love how dogs bite without biting,” said a girl. Another has acknowledged that the dog takes great care when he plays with the kitten: “It always seems incredible to me how little animals know how to measure their strength with others when they don't want to harm them.” “It heals my heart,” said another.