Staceyj, I say go for it. Remember, you can always adopt an older kitten or young cat (1 or 2 yrs old) that has been around, and is good with dogs. We've had 2 cats around dogs, and neither one was a kitten. Granted, they weren't to happy about the dogs, but both have coexisted and neither species has done the other in. With the puppies, I would personally go with a 1 or 2 yr old that has been around larger dogs. It would be better able to handle them and put them in their place if need be. It might take a little more work to find one, but I think it would be safer for the cat, your sanity and heart, and easier on the pocket book. You don't want to start out with an emergency trip to the vet because the pups got too rough or decided the kitten was a chew toy. You'll also have the benefit of the cat most likely being fixed, up to date on vaccines, and a lower adoption fee, if it comes from a shelter.