Cats

[Lestat]

Felines have probably been living alongside of man longer than canines. Yet, the common house cat remains remarkably feral. They are aloof and have retained their natural instincts much more so it seems, than dogs have. Most dogs that are pets have become so tamed, they probably wouldn't survive for long in the wild. Yet, most cats would probably do just fine.

Why is that? Are their natural/wild instincts more firmly embedded in their DNA?