Dog breeds that get along with cats
Low prey drive and sociable temperament: serene cohabitation.
All dogsMaking dog and cat cohabitate hinges on two things: the breed's prey drive and the quality of introduction. The breeds below, renowned for low chase instinct and sociability, stack the odds in your favor — a gradual introduction remains essential.
Our selection
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Basset Hound
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Beagle
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Bichon Frisé
Race canine small au caractère unique.
Bichon Maltais
Race canine small au caractère unique.
Border Collie
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Bouledogue Français
Race canine small au caractère unique.
Bull Terrier
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Bulldog Anglais
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Caniche
Race canine medium au caractère unique.
Carlin
Race canine small au caractère unique.
Chihuahua
Race canine tiny au caractère unique.
Coton de Tuléar
Race canine small au caractère unique.
Compare at a glance
The breeds in this selection, side by side.
| # | Breed | Size | Weight | Energy | Life expectancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basset Hound | Medium | 20–29 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 2 | Beagle | Medium | 9–11 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 3 | Bichon Frisé | Small | 5–8 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 4 | Bichon Maltais | Small | 3–4 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 5 | Border Collie | Medium | 14–20 kg | Élevée | 12–15 ans |
| 6 | Bouledogue Français | Small | 8–14 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 7 | Bull Terrier | Medium | 22–32 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 8 | Bulldog Anglais | Medium | 22–25 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 9 | Caniche | Medium | 6–22 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 10 | Carlin | Small | 6–8 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 11 | Chihuahua | Very small | 1.5–3 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
| 12 | Coton de Tuléar | Small | 4–6 kg | Modérée | 12–15 ans |
Methodology
Breeds marked compatible with other animals in our temperament database. Each individual is unique: always test cohabitation gradually.
Frequently asked questions
Quelle race arrive en tête du classement ?
Basset Hound ouvre notre sélection : race canine medium au caractère unique. Consultez sa fiche complète pour le caractère, la santé et l'alimentation adaptée.
Quelle race de cette sélection vit le plus longtemps ?
Basset Hound, avec une espérance de vie de 12–15 ans. L'alimentation et le suivi vétérinaire pèsent fortement sur la longévité réelle.
Comment ce classement est-il établi ?
Breeds marked compatible with other animals in our temperament database. Each individual is unique: always test cohabitation gradually.
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