Are Pointers good with cats?

Yes, Pointers can be good with cats, especially when they are socialized with them from a young age. They can have a strong drive to chase small animals, but they weren’t bred to catch and kill prey. Often, if you socialize your Pointer well and provide them with a safe outlet for chasing behavior, such as with a flirt pole and playing fetch, they can make excellent companions for cats. They are quite curious pups, so they do best with cats who are dog-friendly and will tolerate or enjoy being interacted with by their canine counterpart. 

When introducing a Pointer and cat, make sure to go slow and allow them to get used to each other’s scents before moving on to face-to-face meetings. Make sure your kitty has high perches to retreat to and reward your Pointer for calm and gentle behavior.