Prairie Dog And Cat Besties Are The 'Legendary Duo' You Have To See To Believe

Odd couples come in all shapes and sizes, but there's no guarantee they won't ruffle each other's feathers (or fur). Just look at infamous cat and mouse frenemies Tom and Jerry. So, it's especially awesome when two totally different animals bond, like, say, a prairie dog and a cat! That's right, a now-viral TikTok features this unexpected pair and their legendary friendship, and it's a must-see.

@lorainetheprairiedog

The sweetest friendship 🫶 #fyp #prairiedog #adorableanimals #unlikelyanimalfriends #cuteanimals

♬ Lean on Me – Bill Withers

Her name is Loraine, and she is a prairie dog who just so happens to live indoors. Some of her pastimes include relaxing on the couch, looking out the window, and adorably eating snacks. But no day with Loraine is complete without her bestie, a super sweet orange cat.

These two are inseparable and can even be found snuggling occasionally, which all the more affirms one commenter's description of them as a "legendary duo." Truly, they've got one of those interspecies friendships that are too pure for this timeline. We're glad we get to witness it!

Loraine is absolutely adorable, and this cat-prairie dog friendship is surely once for the books. However, wild prairie dogs are likely quite different from Loraine. For one, wild prairie dogs don't require you to change kitty litter for them — but some pet prairie dogs can be litter trained. So, let's delve into some fun facts about this interesting rodent and find out if they actually do make good pets.

Funny enough, prairie dogs get their name from the bark-sounding noise they make. Despite this fact, they are most related to chipmunks and squirrels, not canines. Their habitats — typically in the drier, more desert-like parts of North America — are called towns, or colonies. These little guys are quite social and can live in colonies or towns of up to several million!

Now, how does a prairie dog like Loraine become a house resident? Well, this might actually be more common than you'd think. Prairie dogs are becoming more and more popular pets, and they are legal to own in most states (like some of these other legal-to-own exotic pets). It's recommended that you adopt them young to help them best socialize and adapt. It's also important to note that without the proper care, prairie dogs may not be well-suited for families with children, as they tend to be a bit bitey when unsupervised. As long as you pay close attention and know what you're getting into, prairie dogs might be delightful additions to your family!