Cat's Behavior With Golden Retriever vs Husky Leaves Viewers in Hysterics

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How a cat behaves towards their husky sibling versus their golden retriever sibling has left the internet in stitches.
Instagram user @maplebaconbutter shared a video showing their cat affectionately lying on top of their golden retriever, before cutting to footage of the same cat energetically pouncing multiple times on their husky. The hysterical compilation has already garnered almost 135,000 likes and 869,000 views on Instagram.
"How our cat acts with our golden," the text overlay reads as the golden and the cat enjoy a quiet snuggle.
"Vs with our Husky," appears next, as the orange cat and husky engage in playful sparring.
"His 2 personalities," the owner captioned the post.
Huskies are known for their high energy and playful nature, but that can sometimes be overwhelming for cats—especially those that are more reserved.
While some huskies can get along with cats if introduced early and properly supervised, their prey drive and boisterous personalities mean they may be more inclined to chase or play rough, according to Dogster.
Golden retrievers, on the other hand, are generally considered one of the most cat-friendly breeds. Their gentle temperament, affectionate nature, and lower prey drive make them more likely to form close, calm bonds with feline companions, Dogster notes.
The cat in question appears to be a Maine Coon, a breed often celebrated for its friendliness toward dogs.
Maine Coons are known for their confident, sociable personalities and ability to adapt to various types of canine companions—including both high-energy breeds like huskies and laid-back ones like golden retrievers.
A stock image showing an orange cat and a golden retriever outside together in the grass.
A stock image showing an orange cat and a golden retriever outside together in the grass.
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Instagram users were quick to comment on the relatable dynamic.
"He likes the golden more cuz it looks like him just larger," suggested one user.
"He matches their energies. Huskies are super energetic so he plays with him. The golden looks a bit older and a lot more chill so he gets the snuggles," said another.
"Matches energy of each dog. I bet the husky loves it. Hehe," said another viewer.
"Cuddle buddy vs Wrestling buddy," observed another user.
"He speaks their love language," said Syd.
"Golden retriever: Gentle fluffy companion. Husky: Worthy opponent. Capable of offering a warrior's death," shared another user.
"Me with my bf vs me with my friends," joked another.
Newsweek reached out to @maplebaconbutter for comment via Instagram. We could not verify the details of the case.
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