They say you\u2019re either a cat person or a dog person, but why limit yourself when you can have both! Cats are aloof and sassy but also cute, and their affection is so precious, whereas dogs are goofy and hyperactive and lovable. Both are pretty territorial and like to be the center of their owners\u2019 worlds, so how can you force Purrsula and Dogfred to become best friends (or at the very least not to kill each other!).<\/p>\n

Plan carefully<\/h2>\n

Some cats and dogs are just not going to get on, so before you make any big commitments, make sure you have a backup plan. Perhaps someone else that will take one of them in, or even better, a way to keep them separated long term. Do your research before you try to force them together, otherwise, you could end up with two very unhappy animals, and no one wants that!<\/p>\n

Ignore the breed<\/h2>\n

So there isn\u2019t really any hard and fast rules when it comes to specific breeds of cats or dogs getting on with each other better than others. It is much more important to look at their personality. For example, if a dog is aggressive and territorial, a timid cat would not be a good fit. Equally an aging dog may not appreciate sharing his sacred space with a crazy kitten. If you are adopting, make sure you ask whether the animals have ever lived with other animals before and what they are like with them, this should help you make a decision.
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