This adorable little puppy was rejected by his mother when he was born, but luckily, he was adopted by a cat who loves and cares for him, just like a mother. The puppy was born on the same day as her kittens, and they all accepted him into their family.

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However, there’s one thing that the puppy can’t seem to get a hang of. When kittens suckle from their mother, they leave behind their distinct scent on the nipple, and they come back to that one each time. This way, feeding time goes much smoother. However, dogs don’t have this instinct. Packs have to fight for their share.

“This puppy breaks all of the cat’s social conventions. His wild instincts express themselves, despite his unusual family,” BBC said in a Youtube video of the puppy.

We encourage everyone thinking of getting a pet to only adopt instead of shopping. Read more resources about adopting animals on One Green Planet, including 7 Reasons to Adopt Your Next Furry Best Friend, 5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Adopt a Pet, and These Heartwarming Before and After Pictures of Adopted Rescue Animals Will Make Your Day! Read tips for pet adoptions and what to consider before adopting an animal. We recommend using these apps to find shelter dogs near you!

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