They say dogs and cats are natural enemies. But if you’ve ever owned either, you know that isn’t always the case. In most scenarios, dogs and cats learn to live side by side, even in the same house, in perfect harmony. Well, “perfect” might be stretching it. But they at least learn to live together without more than the occasional spat.
In most houses, cats and dogs essentially ignore one another. As long as they both get plenty of attention and have private spaces, there’s nothing to fight about.
In ideal situations, you’ll even have cats and dogs that love one another. They might cuddle, bathe each other, or romp around the house together. And then there are the animals that have spent so much time together, they start sharing mannerisms.
You’ve probably seen it before: a dog that’s spent its entire life around cats, learning to climb furniture and hide in boxes. It’s not very doglike, but it is adorable. If they’ve been around cats enough, they don’t even know they’re not the same. Just take these 60 dogs as an example. They’re convinced instead of being dogs, they’re cats — and it shows.
When you own a cat, you’re used to waking up to find them lounging in the strangest spots. With dogs, not so much. And with huskies, definitely not.
Cats often love to snuggle, cuddling up together in odd positions. Clearly, this dog thinks he’s just one another one of the gang. The cat doesn’t look as sure.
When the owners of this house installed a cat door, they weren’t expecting other animals to use it. But this pup overestimated his ability to fit through tiny doors.
4. Watching over the neighborhood
I don’t know which is funnier, the view from the back or the street. Just imagine what the neighbors must think, seeing this enormous “cat” watching over them from the window.
When the cat gave birth to a single kitten, the dog was thrilled to be a part of the equation. They do say blended families are becoming more common. I guess that’s even true in the animal kingdom.
6. When you grow up with cats
When you grow up with cats, you get used to their funny and sometimes, strange behavior. But no one ever bothered to tell this dog that he’s not a cat although he has some as siblings.
7. Caution: dogs running free
Normally, a fence would be enough to contain a dog. But the owners didn’t bank on him being a part of the cat family. No fence can keep him in now.
8. The dog that needs a disclaimer
This dog has an unusual habit that’s given cause for alarm in the past: he likes to climb up on the roof. But don’t worry, his owners say — it’s all a normal part of his day.
9. Not every cat loves boxes
Cats love private, secluded spots where they can curl up for a nap, specifically boxes. While dogs don’t generally go for boxes, those that think they’re cats, do. Where else are you supposed to get some shut-eye?
10. Sorry, no room for cats
This dog must’ve lived with cats at some point, but he doesn’t now. The climbing tower is all his. But who knows what would happen if a real cat was brought into the family?
11. Yup, that’s a cat thing
If you’ve never owned a cat, you might not be familiar with this odd habit of theirs. Many of them like to curl up in your pants while you’re doing your business. Dogs aren’t usually guilty of that, though.
It’s nice these cat siblings are happy to accommodate their puppy brother. He can’t jump in the same way they can, so he gets the lowest seat — but at least he’s part of the gang.
We’re used to walking down the street and seeing cats watching from windows, ever-vigilant. But this pup makes a more striking image as he peers at the neighborhood for signs of trouble.
14. How did he get up there?
Cats are amazing climbers and can scale things you wouldn’t think were possible. Dogs don’t have that ability as much, so it’s impressive that he got up there.
15. A rescue was necessary
When this pup decided to channel her inner cat, it turned into a minor disaster. Let’s just say a rescue crew was called to help her get back to solid ground.
Sure, she might not be acting like a typical dog, but look how happy she is. No one should tell her she’s not really a cat — not when she’s enjoying herself this much.
17. There’s no such thing as personal space
There’s no doubt about it: cats love climbing all over their owners, oblivious to the idea of a personal bubble. This dog learned an important lesson from cats — you can never get too close.
18. He loves to watch the fish
Have you ever seen a cat watch a fish tank? It’s hilarious to see how excited they get as their prey swims in circles. This dog noticed the fish for the first time and now, he has a new favorite hobby.
19. I guess no one’s sitting at the table
When a cat lays on a table, it’s not usually a problem — or at least, it doesn’t take up the entire surface. But when you have a dog that loves to do that, it means you can’t use the table for a while.
20. When the cat bed’s too small
This dog seems to be under the impression the new cat bed is for her. She looks so offended that it doesn’t fit. I guess it’s time to go buy a bigger one.
21. To be a cat, you have to think like a cat…
This particular breed of dog is an avid bird hunter, meaning it often scales trees in search of feathered prey. Or maybe the dog just decided he was a cat for the day.
22. No dogs here, only cats
These dogs are so good at acting like cats, you could miss them if you don’t look too closely. Okay, maybe not, but they’re still good. How does it feel to be watched by so many animals?
23. The guardian the neighborhood
Dogs are known for loving fire hydrants, but not for the same reason as this dog. Maybe he peed on it first before climbing it. After all, you can’t take all the dog out of the dog.
24. The only difference is sitting in the water
This dog loves to sit in the pond and watch the fish swim around him. He might share the love of fish with cat kind, but it’s the water he loves just a little bit more.
25. I don’t know how this happened
Dogs are good at a lot of things, like running and jumping. But climbing isn’t usually their thing. It’s impressive that this girl managed to get so far up the tree.
When you pick your dog up from the kennel, you probably expect her to be excited to see you. What you don’t anticipate is her channeling her inner cat by scaling the cage walls.
27. Thanks for letting us know
This dog loves sitting like this so much that the humans had to put up a sign. It might as well say: “This dog is not stuck — she’s just a weirdo.”
28. They don’t mind sharing
The owners claim the cat doesn’t mind sharing its space with the dog. But I think its expression says otherwise. Or perhaps this cat always looks angry.
29. He has amazing balance
Cats often walk along fences — in fact, the Garfield comics took place at a local cat hangout…where…on a fence. But this isn’t something you often see dogs doing.
30. Please don’t tell him
This dog isn’t a cat, but he’s under that impression. And honestly, who’s going to break the news to him that he’s not a feline? I’m not going to do it.
31. Dogs can sit in boxes, too
Sure, cats are the ones that love to sit in boxes. But this friendly dog grew up in a house with four cats. So, it’s no wonder he developed a love for the activity, too.
32. It’s naptime for everyone
When a dog is around for a long enough, the cats learn to accept it as one of their own. It’s obvious this boy is an old and trusted friend — he even has a personal spot on the cat tower.
33. She’s so happy to be included
Dogs don’t ask for a lot — they often just want to be a part of the group. With her spot on the cat tower, this happy dog is grinning from ear to ear.
34. That’s what you get for naming him Cato
This dog’s catlike tendencies might be due to his name, Cato. At a young age, he decided to live up to the name and go through his days living as a cat.
35. Maybe you need a walk
When this dog needed to go to the bathroom, she didn’t ask to go outside. Instead, she took advantage of the cat’s toilet, which isn’t the worst thing that could happen.
If you saw your cat sitting on the wall like this, you wouldn’t have to wonder for a second how it got up there. But a little dog like this? It appears as though it can fly.
Some cats are willing to accept dogs as part of the gang, but some of them aren’t happy about it at all. This cat is watching that tail for a chance to grab it.
38. When you thought you adopted a dog
When Pabu was adopted, his new owners assumed he was a dog. But after seeing his affinity for boxes and his other feline behaviors, they had to conclude he was, in fact, a cat.
39. Bigger smile than a cat, though…
Cats love to climb furniture and hang out above our heads. But there’s one way to tell this is a German shepherd. A cat wouldn’t be nearly that happy about it.
40. The cats seem displeased
Not every cat takes kindly to having their spots usurped by a canine. This dog might want to watch his back — the cats don’t look pleased about having him there.
Cats are infamously frustrating whenever there are computer keyboards around. They love to nap right on top of them and walk across their surface. The same goes if you have a dog that thinks she’s a cat.
Cats can sleep almost anywhere, and they always look comfortable. This dog adopted the philosophy of “Nap wherever you can” and seems to have perfected it.
43. Who needs to sit on the cushions?
If there’s one thing cats love, it’s being up high where they can survey everything and everybody in the room. And if you’re a dog living like a cat — well, the same rule applies.
44. What’s “personal space”?
This dog doesn’t realize how big she is. As for the concept of personal space, she’s never heard it. All she knows is that this is perfect for cuddling.
Ah, the endless struggle of dogs trying to fit inside things meant for cats. This pooch is bound and determined to sit on this cat tower, even if it’s way too small.
Cats also love sitting on window sills — after all, they make a perfect seat for watching all the activity going on outside. But, they’re not exactly comfortable or easy to access for dogs. Even so, this little guy isdetermined.
47. Who loves boxes? Dog do
Meet the husky-malamute mix that went viral for her catlike behavior. She was raised with cats and loves all things feline, including naps, climbing, and hiding in boxes.
This dog is way too big for the arm of the couch, but that’s not going to stop him. He wants to be right where his human is. For that reason, he’s going to make it work somehow.
49. That’s not where you go
If you own a cat, you’re probably used to finding them in strange and awkward places, even on countertops. But the same can’t be said for dogs, which is why this sight is such a shock.
50. When you were raised by cats
This husky has no clue she’s a large dog. Raised by cats, she’s interested in all the things they love, including hiding under chairs and peeking out at her owners.
51. The classic loaf pose
We’ve all seen cats sit in this position with their paws tucked underneath their bodies. Many people call it the “loaf” or the “chicken pose.” But it’s not often when you see it replicated by a dog.
52. Get out of there, dog
I’m sure this dog has a very comfy dog bed and a whole house full of furniture to relax on. But none of it matters. She prefers this oh-so-comfortable box.
53. Sir, that’s not going to work
Cat doors are made for, well, cats. After all, they’re already good at squeezing through small openings. The same can’t be said for dogs — such as this one. He’s about to get himself into a pickle.
Cats are often seen splayed out on the arm or back of a piece of furniture. This dog is trying his hardest to replicate the pose but he doesn’t quite have the hang of it.
55. “Hey, the cat wasn’t kidding…”
This adorable little dog is experiencing the thrill of being in a box for the first time. She’s so tiny that she has plenty of room to spare. It’s a perfect napping spot.
56. Do dogs normally sit there?
Dogs don’t normally sit on the arm of the couch — most of them are too big or too ungainly to get up there. But this dog is channeling her inner cat to cuddle up in a perfect spot.
57. She doesn’t see the problem here
How did this pup even get up on the counter? We might never know. But she’s enjoying her height advantage and her comfy spot, so I suppose it doesn’t really matter.
When you’re a tiny dog like this cutie, it’s easy to pretend you’re a cat. You’ve already got the “If I fits, I sits” part down.
59. Why is this so adorable?
What’s cuter than one dog in a box? Five dogs each in their own box, of course. These pups are as happy as can be, all curled up side by side.
60. “No dogs around here, sorry”
There are two things here that make it look as though this is two cats, instead of one cat and a dog. Not only are they both on the tower, but they’re also doing their best to ignore one another.
They say dogs and cats are natural enemies. But if you’ve ever owned either, you know that isn’t always the case. In most scenarios, dogs and cats learn to live side by side, even in the same house, in perfect harmony. Well, “perfect” might be stretching it. But they at least learn to live together without more than the occasional spat.
In most houses, cats and dogs essentially ignore one another. As long as they both get plenty of attention and have private spaces, there’s nothing to fight about.
In ideal situations, you’ll even have cats and dogs that love one another. They might cuddle, bathe each other, or romp around the house together. And then there are the animals that have spent so much time together, they start sharing mannerisms.
You’ve probably seen it before: a dog that’s spent its entire life around cats, learning to climb furniture and hide in boxes. It’s not very doglike, but it is adorable. If they’ve been around cats enough, they don’t even know they’re not the same. Just take these 60 dogs as an example. They’re convinced instead of being dogs, they’re cats — and it shows.
