16 Times Cats And Lizards Formed An Unlikely Relationship That Will Leave You Amazed
Some animal friendships are so unexpected that they stop you mid-scroll, and cats bonding with lizards is definitely one of them. Fur and scales are usually a bad mix, but every now and then, a pair proves the rule wrong.
In this collection, you’ll see cats and lizards sharing space, stealing naps, and acting like they have known each other forever. Sheldon the tabby and Julia the beardie set the tone, and the rest of the photos only get more surprising from there.
Read on for the full lineup of unlikely besties.
Julia the beardie and Sheldon the tabby cat
There are certain individuals out there who actually believe that animals are simply dumb creatures, but that’s not true. However, the improbable animal friendships we've assembled here will show that they are capable of feeling love and empathy much like humans.
Fat Eli & Ron The Dragon
These felines would rather not eat their reptile companions! Instead, they simply want to cuddle their scaled friends. Giving such a sweet example, here are Fat Eli and Ron the Dragon.
Does this kitty think he's a lizard?
The lizard finds a comfy napping place on this cat's body
A certified cat behavior specialist and author of "Saving the World, One Cat at a Time: What I Know About Cats - And Why You Should Know It, Too," Rachel Geller suggested a few things one ought to remember when it comes to lizards and cats.
Take a look at these best pals
Some problems solve themselves - Lizard likes warm surfaces and cat likes his back scratched
Be careful and keep watch if your feline and pet lizard are interacting, as it can be deadly for a lizard to get scratched or bitten by a cat.
Someone said I should post a picture of my three cats
With regard to wild reptiles, there are numerous lizards that carry parasites which can lead to stomach-related issues in cats and can also damage the gallbladder or liver. There's also the risk of a cat contracting salmonella from reptiles.
It’s a lot like the panther that stealthily approaches an unaware man, turning tension into affection.
This dragon is proud to show his cat friend to everyone
The things you do for friendship
So you ought to be careful with regard to felines and reptiles. Of course, we can't change their nature, but perhaps you can prevent your feline from eating wild reptiles to avoid any chance of illness.
It’s always important to give your friends a lift when they need it
“Crouching cat, hidden lizard.”
Hey hooman, look what I caught...
Normally, these creature pictures are heartbreakingly lovable, yet there's something more to it than that. Why did these animals become friends?
Florida cat and his friend say hello
Whatever the explanation, unexpected companionships like these demonstrate that animals may be more genuinely complex than many of us believe.
This lizard is taunting the cat
They are having a garden standoff
Isn't that brazen?
If it weren't for pet owners with keen eyes and fingers ready to click an excellent snapshot, we may never have seen awkward friendships like these. Perhaps these kinds of friendships aren't all that uncommon, considering how many we had a chance to see today.
What are your thoughts about this duo friendship? Drop your opinions in the comments below.
Want proof that a cat can bond with a predator, too, see the cat and lynx “unbreakable bond”.
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