It is generally said that cats and dogs don’t get along very well. But the breeders disagree, according to them both breeds can get along nicely…
But what to get along! They may even find common ground. Proof of this is the “barking” cat from Russia, which recently took over the social network tik tok. Her owners bought her together with man’s best friend, and the animals got so used to each other that the cat adopted dog mannerisms, including barking. While for many people this is a rarity, veterinarians are not too surprised by this behavior.
Cat on the hunt…
“Barking, or something similar to this sound, is a fairly common thing in the cat’s acoustic repertoire,” says the expert, adding that cat barking can also remind someone of strange clapping or purring, which can also be associated with teeth grinding. Cats make this strange sound when they are watching their prey. “It is often necessary when, for example, they are lying on the windowsill and they have a bird in their sights,” he adds.
Alien beast
In addition, according to veterinarians, there are certain cat breeds that are much closer to barking. “This is mainly a Bengal cat, which was created by crossing a Bengal cat with a domestic cat,” explains the expert, adding that the animal resembles a wild beast, but paradoxically, it is not so aggressive. The Bengal cat has a smaller head, a flat muzzle, large eyes, and longer, stronger legs that allow it to run quickly. But what is interesting about her is her meowing…
Hoarse “meow”
A Bengal cat’s voice has a peculiar, raspy tone that may remind the uninitiated of a dog barking. Experts agree that the Bengal cat chooses this type of communication for three reasons. First, when he wants to attract attention to something unusual and interesting.
Second, it can be an impulse to play and have fun. And thirdly? It can be a manifestation of anxiety and stress. Interestingly, although the Bengal cat is “barky” with dogs, it doesn’t just bark. According to the breeders, the Bengal cat gets along well with any dog and can get along perfectly with it. And she is not alone…
Inseparable friends
According to veterinarians, living together with a dog and an ordinary domestic cat may not be problematic at all. The important thing is to get the timing right to introduce the two. “When a dog comes to a household where there is a cat, it quickly gets used to it. However, it is still important to observe these principles – separate feeding and let everyone have their own bed. Then it only takes time for the two to get used to each other. It usually works out, and sometimes a strong alliance can develop between a dog and a cat. Even such that the cat starts barking because of the dog.
Sources: https://www.skrabadla-pro-kocky.cz, https://krteckem.cz
