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Dogs and cats are the most popular choices for a pet but having these two animals in one household can test the patience of the pet owner. Cats and dog have always been depicted in stories as arch enemies. Dogs and cats have been quarreling and chasing each other for ages. Obviously these two animals that hate each other cannot co-exist in one household peacefully.

Dogs love to chase cats and cats would scream and hiss at the dog thus it is not really surprising why these two animals cannot stand each other. Because of a playful nature, a dog will love to chase and torment a cat while the cat’s screaming every time the dog is seen means that the feline cannot stand the presence of the dog. What do you think are the reasons why dogs seem to hate cats so much?

The differences in personalities may be one of the reasons why both animals cannot live in one household peacefully. Dogs are very playful animals. Human’s best friends are social creatures too. As such, it is expected that dogs would want to interact with humans and with other animals. Cats on the other hand are haughty and aloof.

Dogs are very affectionate animals that would always demand attention from the family as if left alone for quite a while, these animals can develop destructive behavior due to separation anxiety. It is rather different with cats. Being independent creatures, cats would not really mind if the attention of the owner is not received. As long as the basic needs of the cat are provided, the owner can leave the cat alone. Cats are placid undemanding pets. Dogs are always on the go as these animals are very energetic.

Dogs may not really hate cats as these friendly animals may even entice the cat to play. The invitation to play can be misinterpreted by the cat as a threatening stance. Let’s face it, the appearance and the size of the dog will cause apprehension to the small and fragile cat . It would not be surprising if the cat would scream and vault away from the clutches of the dog.

Cats though really have a reason for hating dogs. We know that dogs are predators. A dog would leap in an instance when an interesting scent or movement is noticed. Dogs would hunt any animal and a cat can be one of the dog’s preys. It would not be surprising if these animals would hate each other.

Why do dogs hate cats? More information on this age old myth and dog first aid can be found at Sarah’s Dogs.