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Are Hyenas Closer to Dogs or Cats?

Are Hyenas Closer to Dogs or Cats?

Update: 2025-08-12
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Are hyenas closer to dogs or cats? You might assume they're simply wild dogs—after all, they have a dog-like build, a powerful bite, and a haunting laugh that echoes across the savannah. But in a surprising twist of nature, hyenas are actually more closely related to cats. Yes, cats. That unexpected fact is just the beginning of what makes these creatures so fascinating, complex, and often misunderstood.

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Are Hyenas Closer to Dogs or Cats?

Are Hyenas Closer to Dogs or Cats?