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25. Golden retriever - This popular family dog is lovable, energetic, and intelligent. Its low guarding instincts makes it a great companion for your other furry baby.

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24. American cocker spaniel - The American cocker spaniel is gentle, sweet, charming, and devoted to everyone, feline or not.

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23. Boxer - Boxers' happy, energetic, and loyal personality is perfect for cats once they've been properly socialized.

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22. Bearded collie -

Beardies are intelligent and independent dogs that are always eager to learn, even from cats.

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21. Beagle - Beagles' friendliness and sociable nature paired with its low territorial instinct makes this breed great for mixing with felines.

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20. Bernese mountain dog - Don't let its massive stature scare you. Bernese mountain dogs are shy, calm, and tolerant.

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19. Bichon frise - The ever clever, happy, and curious bichon is perfect for cats thanks to its affectionate and cheerful attitude towards other animals.

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18. Papillon - These tiny dogs are the social butterflies of the canine world. They're always ready to mingle with other breeds and species.

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17. Japanese chin - Affectionate and adaptable, this breed is a great addition to any family, including one with cats.

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16. Havanese -

These little dogs are happy and love the company of their humans, and they're willing to hang out with all family members—cats included.

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15. Shetland sheepdog - This easily trained breed is also tolerant and patient, good traits when it comes to introducing them to a cat. 

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14. English bulldog - While bulldogs may dislike the company of unfamiliar dogs, they tend to get along great with cats. They may even become their cat buddy's bodyguard!

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13. Chinese crested - Chinese crested dogs have a loving, playful nature, perfect for a multi-animal house.

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12. Newfoundland - These gentle giants are docile, loyal, and trustworthy. Their laid-back nature is compatible with that of a cat.

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11. Boston terrier -

This cheerful, playful dog gets along well with cats, especially if they are brought up together.

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10. American Eskimo - Intelligent, alert, and mischievous, the American Eskimo is also highly affectionate.

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9. Cavalier King Charles spaniel - When paired with an outgoing, good-natured cat, the Cav will quickly become the feline's best friend.

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8. Yorkshire Terrier - Inquisitive, clever, and agile, Yorkies are great with any cat.

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7. Maltese - These smart dogs also love to please, so they'll even get along with the cat if that's what makes their humans happy.

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6. Italian greyhound -

These gentle, sweet dogs love to spend their days soaking in the sun, so they already share a trait with your feline baby.

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5. Chihuahua - These little guys are great with cats, so don't be surprised if you catch them napping together.

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4. Pug - Pugs are curious, devoted, and the life of the party. Their sense of humor and friendliness make them great dogs for cats.

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3. Shih tzu - These dogs are highly adaptable, which is key when socializing dogs and cats.

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2. English setter -

Affectionate, friendly, and gentle, English setters enjoy the company of all sorts of animals, even cats.

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1. Pomeranian - Small and confident, these dogs are intelligent and loyal, which makes them easy dogs to train to accept a cat.

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Tips for introducing news pets -

Whether you're introducing a new dog to a resident cat or the other way around, introducing them properly is key. American Humane suggests you take the following four steps.

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1. Choose proper location -

You shouldn't take your pet to meet the new one at the shelter. The introduction should take place at home.

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2. Separate the animals - In the span of a few days, rotate which animal has freedom and which will be confined. Once the dog is calm and the cat is calm, eating and using the litter box normally, you can proceed to the next step.

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3. Leashed interactions - Keep the dog securely leashed and allow the cat to roam. Do this process until the animals are calm and comfortable. If one becomes aggressive, go back to step 2 and try again later.

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4. Unsupervised interactions -

Letting both kitty and pooch together unsupervised is allowed once they've shown stable behavior around each other for about a month and you're positive they won't hurt each other.

See also: Foods that are poisonous to dogs

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