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On the flip side, cats are less likely to see dogs as prey because of size differences.

However, a puppy or very small "teacup" type dog can most certainly trigger a cat's predatory instinct.

To send the message that "this is my turf," cats may growl and hiss at a new dog.

Dogs may bark and growl at a new cat.

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Territorial behavior is commonly displayed by both cats and dogs. The current four-legged resident of the household may feel threatened by the new presence of another creature and become defensive. To send the message that "this is my turf," cats may growl and hiss at a new dog.

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