Cats ( Felis catus ), conversely, are solitary hunters descended from the North African wildcat. Their survival strategy relies on stealth and independence. Feline communication is subtle; a slight twitch of the ear or a slow blink can speak volumes. Furthermore, in the wild, small wildcats are prey for larger predators, including wolves. This evolutionary history hardwired a healthy fear of canines into the feline psyche.
Most "fights" between dogs and cats stem from simple miscommunication. Their body language often means the exact opposite thing: dogs and cats