Perhaps there was a misunderstanding between the dog and the owner that led to this extreme action in the cartoon. Or it's simply a made-up story for entertainment and doesn't have a logical explanation.
Maybe the dog was having a really bad day and lost its temper.
Maybe the cat was scared or felt threatened and reacted in that way.
Well, that depends on the specific cartoon. Sometimes it's a child, sometimes it's an adult. If you can tell me which cartoon you're referring to, I could give a more accurate answer.
Maybe the dog is hungry or wants to play and is trying to get the owner's attention.
Maybe the person who hit it was being mean or had a bad temper.
Maybe the cat was trying to play a prank or get the owner's attention for something it wanted.
The cartoon might show a cute and obedient dog sitting patiently, looking up at its owner with big eyes and a wagging tail.
The owner might give the dog treats or toys as rewards.
Maybe it's to show the strong bond and playfulness between the dog and the owner. Or it could just be for fun and to make people laugh.
I'm not sure. Maybe it's a game developed by a small indie studio and the owner isn't widely known.
Maybe the dog wants to get treats or attention from the owner. That's a common reason for such behavior.