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Adorable Puppy Trying To Befriend Orange Cat Goes Viral: ‘Poor Dave’

December 20, 2023


Introducing a puppy to your adult cat isn’t always an easy or quick process, but once they start warming up to each other you’ll see that all your efforts are totally worth it! A cat called Dave has left the internet in stitches after his owner shared a video of his reaction to meeting their new puppy for the first time.

In the viral clip, shared on TikTok on Tuesday under the username Loganspetty, the ginger cat can be seen backing away from his owners’ new golden retriever puppy, Sunny, hissing at him as he stares him down.

The hilarious clip, which quickly went viral on social media, comes with a caption that says: “Dave isn’t quite too sure about the new pup.” The has since shared more updates of the two and the situation seems to be softening.

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Stock image of a cat and a puppy interacting. A cat’s reaction to her new furry sibling has gone viral on social media.
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A proper introduction is key to a peaceful cohabitation between two pets. According to the British pet charity Blue Cross, before physically introducing the pets, you have to get them used to each other’s smells, and you need to start this process as soon as possible.

In the early days, it is better to keep the pets separate. When introducing the pets, you should make sure that your dog has a safe space where they can go and spend time alone if needed. Their interactions must be monitored at all times until they are comfortable with each other.

“If either your cat or dog appears frightened, go back a few steps and keep them apart for a while longer. Continue scent swapping regularly and try again the next day,” their website says.

The video quickly went viral on social media, getting viewers from across TikTok. It has so far received over 1.9 million views and 331,800 likes on the platform.

One user, jazminmorris8, commented: “The puppy casually learning how to walk up steps to bother cat.” And Timothy said: “The puppy was like where we going.” Sarah added: “Poor Dave.”

Hussam wrote: “Later they will be laying down and cuddling.” And Anna said: “They’ll be best friends in like 5 months. Then your dog will act like a cat I know this from experience.”

Newsweek reached out to Loganspetty for comment. We could not verify the details of the case.

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