While they might look like a strange mix of both, their evolutionary history places them firmly within the Feliformia order, which includes cats, civets, mongooses, and others. This means they share a common ancestor with cats, while dogs belong to the Caniformia order.
Here's a breakdown of their relationship:
* Hyenas: Feliformia order
* Cats: Feliformia order
* Dogs: Caniformia order
Despite this, hyenas have evolved independently from cats and developed their own unique traits, such as their powerful jaws and scavenging habits.