Ways To Establish Boundaries Between Your Puppies And Kittens
Many say that dogs don't coexist well with cats, but is that always true?
Both cats and dogs can be territorial. Dogs are known for marking their territory and fighting other dogs, cats, or anyone else who invades their home. Cats often do the same. While cats are often smaller than dogs, they are quick and will scratch and fight to protect their territory.
It is possible to have cats and dogs coexist peacefully. They just need to learn obedience, especially the dog. You'll want to know that no matter what your dog is doing, he'll stop when you say 'no.' Dogs will most likely be the aggressor, so this is critical.
When you bring the cat into a home with dogs, put the dog in another room and let the cat wander around. The cat will need to roam around and spread her scent to feel at home.
Next you'll want to lock the cat into one room and let the dog smell the cat's scent all over the house. By becoming acquainted to the cat's smell before seeing the cat, your dog will associate the smell with the home.
When a dog sees another animal in his home, he won't immediately lunge. First he'll start barking to scare the other animal away.
When the barking starts, this is when you tell him 'no.' An obedient dog will stop barking. While this may take a few tries, he will soon realize that the cat is allowed in the home.
You'll know that you've introduced the animals successfully when the dog stops barking. This is the time to let him get close and sniff the cat.
Most cats will try to stay away from dogs, other animals, and even people. It is their natural tendency to be aloof. Once the dog is no longer barking and the cat is not scratching, you'll want to keep them in the same room for awhile so that they can get to know each other before the cat goes off on her own.
Both cats and dogs can be territorial. Dogs are known for marking their territory and fighting other dogs, cats, or anyone else who invades their home. Cats often do the same. While cats are often smaller than dogs, they are quick and will scratch and fight to protect their territory.
It is possible to have cats and dogs coexist peacefully. They just need to learn obedience, especially the dog. You'll want to know that no matter what your dog is doing, he'll stop when you say 'no.' Dogs will most likely be the aggressor, so this is critical.
When you bring the cat into a home with dogs, put the dog in another room and let the cat wander around. The cat will need to roam around and spread her scent to feel at home.
Next you'll want to lock the cat into one room and let the dog smell the cat's scent all over the house. By becoming acquainted to the cat's smell before seeing the cat, your dog will associate the smell with the home.
When a dog sees another animal in his home, he won't immediately lunge. First he'll start barking to scare the other animal away.
When the barking starts, this is when you tell him 'no.' An obedient dog will stop barking. While this may take a few tries, he will soon realize that the cat is allowed in the home.
You'll know that you've introduced the animals successfully when the dog stops barking. This is the time to let him get close and sniff the cat.
Most cats will try to stay away from dogs, other animals, and even people. It is their natural tendency to be aloof. Once the dog is no longer barking and the cat is not scratching, you'll want to keep them in the same room for awhile so that they can get to know each other before the cat goes off on her own.
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