California British Shorthair Becomes The Perfect Companion For Lonely Dog
There is something universally heart-melting about watching a dog and a cat become best friends. Videos of these unexpected pairs never fail to bring smiles, and this story is no exception.
Meet Cairo, a seven-year-old Shiba Inu, and Sultan, a four-year-old British Shorthair cat. Together, they live in sunny San Diego, California, and have proven that friendship knows no boundaries.
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Cairo’s owner, Eric, first noticed his pup showing signs of loneliness. Cairo began pawing at him constantly for attention and eventually started vocalizing his complaints. Eric shared on Instagram:
“At first, he just pawed at me for attention. Then at some point, he literally started complaining out loud like, ‘Hello, you haven’t pet me in like 30 minutes. I need attention. NOW!’”
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Realizing that Cairo needed a companion, Eric decided to adopt Sultan. When Sultan first arrived, Eric carefully divided his apartment so both pets could safely explore and observe each other from a distance.
Sultan immediately investigated his new surroundings, while Cairo remained more cautious.
“He would just look at Sultan like he was still making up his mind about him.”
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At first, neither seemed particularly interested in the other, but Eric remained hopeful. By the end of the first week, he found himself sitting on the floor with one hand petting Cairo and the other stroking Sultan.
Soon, both animals drifted off to sleep side by side, giving Eric the first glimpse of the bond beginning to form.
Over the following weeks, Cairo slowly opened up. He began nudging Sultan with his nose, occasionally offering affectionate licks.
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These small gestures reassured Eric that their relationship was moving in the right direction. Then came the breakthrough moment.
“The first time I saw them playing was around the third week. Sultan suddenly stood up and started swatting at Cairo’s face, and he started to play back. A few days later, they were having full-on sparring sessions and the rest was history.”
From that point on, Cairo and Sultan were inseparable. Their friendship grew stronger by the day, and life in Eric’s home became lively and full of joy.
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Whether chasing each other, inventing new games, or simply resting side by side, the pair made it clear that they were the perfect match.
One of Eric’s favorite moments came when he filmed Sultan kneading Cairo with his paws, a habit cats usually reserve for those they truly love.
The sight melted Eric’s heart and delighted everyone who saw the video online. Despite Cairo never being a particularly cuddly dog, he began allowing Sultan to share his bed.
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“I don’t think Cairo would let anyone else get away with this, but he does with Sultan.”
For Eric, watching the bond between his pets has been an incredible gift. He treasures the laughter, comfort, and companionship they bring into his life.
“Once they got comfortable, there was no going back!” he said with a smile.
Today, Cairo and Sultan continue to share adventures, cuddles, and playful antics. Their story proves that with patience and love, even the most unlikely friendships can flourish.
For anyone who needs a daily dose of cuteness, you can follow Cairo and Sultan’s adventures on their Instagram, where their legendary friendship continues to capture hearts.
