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Yes, but you need to watch the dog’s play style more than the cat’s. American Curls are sturdy and social, but they’re not built for rough wrestling or constant chasing. A dog that pounces, body-check…

Park a crinkle ball three feet from my old Manx, Mister, and watch him demolish it. He'll flatten himself against the rug, ears pinned back, then explode forward in one low, controlled surge. The punc…

For a Birman, aim for a cat tree around 5 to 6 feet tall. That gives them a solid vantage point to survey the room without the need for crazy climbing or jumping. Birmans are sturdy but not built for …

They rarely scratch or hiss even when a toddler pulls their tail, which says a lot about their built-in tolerance. I had one who would sit still while my niece draped doll clothes over her, only walki…

My two boys, a British Shorthair named Smudge and an Exotic Shorthair named Pickle, have perfected sofa supervision by claiming opposite ends of the couch. Smudge is the heavy-lidded sergeant who doze…

Slow ribbon dragging sparks their curiosity way more. Feather skittering comes off as frantic and uninteresting to a Birman's relaxed nature. I've seen mine perk up instantly when a ribbon slithers al…

You're describing them pretty accurately. I've lived with all three breeds and the Selkirk Rex is definitely a middle ground - they'll plop on your lap for hours like a lazy Persian but then suddenly …

Absolutely yes. I've had both Norwegian Forest Cats and dogs for years, and those high escape routes are exactly what makes it work. My male Forest Cat claimed the top of the bookshelf as his territor…