Dogs That Like to Protect Cats

Canines are an undisputed loyal protectors and beloved companions for millions of people around the world. Many dog owners even entrust their pets with the lives of their young children, viewing the dog as more of a nanny than they do a pet. It is a beautiful part of the canine nature to care for small creatures, even if that small creature is their “sworn enemy,” -the cat! Here are some valiant dogs who seem to genuinely enjoy protecting, guarding, cuddling, and playing with felines.

No one will have a chance to bother this little kitty while he is sitting between this pup’s paws!

Big dog and tiny kitten are proof that friendship knows no borders in the animal kingdom. https://t.co/gj1DCC8iWs pic.twitter.com/Nzqu6bq7HN

— The Dodo (@dodo) March 22, 2016

Sometimes dogs are so sweet to cats, they are afraid of moving and waking them up!
https://twitter.com/jacob_whipple10/status/704460075629469696

These buddies like to play hide and go seek, and snuggle under the blanket together.

"And the big dog will lie down with the tiny kitten, for one weekend in Anaheim." #RECongress #REC2016 pic.twitter.com/bhHmK7nLek

— Jim McDermott (@PopCulturPriest) February 27, 2016

Or curl up on the couch for some afternoon snoozing!

175lbs Mastiff vs 1 1/2 lbs Kitten… So cute it's just #stupidcute… pic.twitter.com/NhuqawedNB

— Sarah Haak (@sarahhaak1) January 19, 2016

Dogs are great for cats, not only to function as a protector, but they become perfect pillows for the felines!

This cat is totally anti-social, except when it comes to this Great Dane. They're best buds and love to cuddle. pic.twitter.com/zyYz0snfit

— BananAnimal Farm (@BananAnimalfarm) August 7, 2014

Some dogs even feel protective instincts for kittens they see on TV!

My Great Dane is enjoying the kitten bowl as much as I am!! @hallmarkchannel #KittenBowl pic.twitter.com/pCM51BqOOD

— Megan Machado (@finallymrsm2012) February 7, 2016

Even if the big dog is not exactly sure what to do with that measly little creature, their watchful instincts kick in as the kitties explore the world.
https://twitter.com/greglucas16/status/711000850131451904

Whenever the cat gets too rambunctious, or those claws come a little too close, these loyal canines just let the little ones play anyway.

#Cat lovers vs. #Dog lovers. Find out who wins the #massage war-https://t.co/TXPDHO17pH pic.twitter.com/RXKXXY3mM6

— StyleCraze (@stylecrazeindia) November 19, 2015

Maybe dogs are so good at watching over and protecting kittens, because they hope the feline will eventually grow up to be their own personal masseuse one day!