She attempted to separate them for what looked like forever, however nothing worked– Until the family cat showed up …

“Bailey lives today because of my cat, Mocha. Without a doubt,” Michaella Franklin said.

Mocha stepped in and was able to distract the big dog while Bailey fled. The poor dog would need to undergo surgical treatment after receiving dozens of deep bites racking up a $2,000 veterinary bill. Nampa Animal Control has actually cited the attacking dog’s owner for the event, and Bailey would go home to recover with her best feline buddy by her side.