Are YOU a bi-petual? As cat lover Taylor Swift reveals she's finally embraced dogs, experts reveal how to have BOTH pets in your home without fur flying

Are you a cat or a dog person? For many of us, the answer is a swift and immediate one - you're either on Team Miaow or Team Woof. However, this week, one of the world's most famous couples showed that, actually, it's fine to adore both.Taylor Swift's husband Travis Kelce, a global brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger, turned heads during the launch of the label's new fall campaign set in New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel by showing off the newlyweds' brand new dog.Despite cameos from model Gigi Hadid and even the designer himself, it was Taylor and Travis's 'model dog' Wendy who stole the spotlight with her couch-jumping and tail-wagging.The fluffy white Samoyed is the latest addition to the Swift-Kelce household, ruled so far by Taylor's beloved trio of cats, Olivia Benson, Meredith Grey and Benjamin Button, making the celebrity couple certified 'bi-petuals' - a term used to describe someone who loves or owns both cats and dogs.But can the most popular domestic pets live in harmony under the same roof? Experts agree that they definitely can, despite being considered natural enemies, but warn that being a bi-petual is not without serious risks. 'Sadly, I've seen a couple of cases where the cat has been killed by the family dog,' Dr Linda Simon, the resident vet at Pooch & Mutt, told the Daily Mail. 'While most assume the cat is on the only one in danger because of the size difference, I see lots of dogs after the cat has scratched them in the eye, causing an ulcer.'The success of such an arrangement depends on the age of the pets, their personalities and behaviour traits, and the size of the house, she added. Taylor Swift has long identified as a 'cat lady' and is a proud pet parent to Olivia Benson (pictured), Meredith Grey and Benjamin Button Taylor Swift's husband Travis Kelce , a global brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger, turned heads during the launch of the label's new fall campaign set in New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel by showing off the newlyweds' brand new dog, Wendy 'It is best if the animals are used to each other from when they are young and when they can be monitored closely during the Introduction period,' said Dr Simon. 'It is also key that they each have plenty of space away from each other and that the cat always has escape routes and vertical space that the dog can't easily access. The trickiest period is always the introduction phase, as a Psychology Today study found that the earlier you introduce the two animals, the better, noting that cats are actually more likely to intimidate dogs. 'For an elderly dog and cat, both of which have strong opinions, learning to live with a member of a different species could be a recipe for disaster, leaving neither happy at a time when they should be enjoying their more senior years,' said Carolyn Menteith, a dog behaviourist at food subscription brand Tails.com. Experts also recommend setting up separate areas with a blanket, food and water for each pet to help them settle before bringing them face-to-face.The next step is to start 'scent-swapping' or introducing each pet to the other's smell by placing the cat's blanket in your dog's area or vice-versa.Guidelines published by Cats Protection also suggest stroking each pet with a separate, clean cloth and dabbing it on objects around your home until they show no reaction to the smell. Watch to see how they react to the smell; if they actively avoid it, this stage will likely take longer. If they seem relatively comfortable with the other's scent, you're ready for stage two. PR executive Natalie Price told the Daily Mail that her beloved little black cat Genie, who sadly died after she was run over, and her dog Roxy always 'just got on'Dr Simon advised keeping the initial meetings short and to separate the pets immediately if either appears anxious. 'It is a sensible idea to tire the dog out before the meet-up!' she added. During this phase, train your dog to display non-threatening behaviour by using commands like 'down' or 'stay' while also making sure that your cat doesn't feel backed into a corner. Giving your cat treats can also help them associate the dog with something positive, but it's important to remember not to force anything. 'It helps if the newcomer has lived with cats (or dogs) already so they are used to them being around and that all introductions are kept low-key, controlled and very much on the cat's timetable,' Carolyn added. 'You can't force a cat to do anything, and it is important that neither the dog nor the cat feel threatened or that the dog learns that cats are fun to chase! 'Making use of baby gates in doorways can be really helpful, as the cat will be able to get through the bars (or jump over the top) where the dog won't, and so they can escape when they feel they need to.'Intimidating as it may seem, aspiring bi-petuals will find comfort in the fact that several Brits have happily managed to bring cat and dog together. PR executive Natalie Price told the Daily Mail that her beloved little black cat Genie, who sadly died after she was run over, and her dog Roxy always 'just got on'. 'They would sit together, go outside together, and Genie would follow us on walks. We didn't keep them apart on purpose. We had a utility room, so we would put the cat's bed on the counter and her food out of reach, but we never had any issues, just arguments over who got the most fuss!' Sian, 30, from the West Midlands, is the proud owner of two beloved cats, Ariel and Tink, and an enormous, fluffy, cuddly dog called Bonnie.While they live ‘perfectly together’, the mother admitted that Ariel has learnt to wag her tail like a dog, and even in time with her furry pal. Refusing to identify as only a dog or only a cat person, Sian insisted she is a ‘furry pet person’, loving them all equally.