Tom and Jerry may be a beloved cartoon duo, but they certainly didn’t help the stereotype that dogs and cats can’t get along. In truth, with the right mix of temperament, socialization, and time, these two species can form incredibly close bonds.

Nellie and Crush are a perfect example. Far from being just housemates, they’ve become the kind of best friends who do everything together, from playing, snuggling, or simply lounging side by side in matching shades of orange.

If ever there were a pair that embodied the magic of interspecies friendship, it would be these two.

An Unlikely Pair

Eight years ago, Lindsey Miller, who lives in California, met Nellie at a Humane Society shelter in Oregon. The connection was immediate, and Nellie quickly became her loyal sidekick.

As time passed, Ne

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