i think it was normal behavior. He did probably bark and try to chase the cat off the territory. well he won the game of chase and his "prize" was to kill what he was chasing off. He was defending his territory so you can't really blame him. if it was a squirrel you probably wouldn't think as much of it. If this was an isolated incident i wouldn't be worried. However you said that the dog also growls at the baby so THAT i would be concerned about. Sounds like the owners need to take the dog back to training or hire a trainer to come to the house to correct the dog properly. I wouldn't be too concerned about your dogs since they are in a secure yard. i'd be more concerned for the two kids. if you are friendly with the family then maybe you can suggest a trainer or behaviorist to help with the guarding behavior (his yard and the ball, for example).
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