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253 sats \ 2 replies \ @siggy47 28 Jul \ on: Question: What's the best way to introduce a cat and a dog? Animal_World

I have had many cats and dogs living at my home together. Right now, my cat and one of my dogs are best friends, while the other dog still stalks and threatens the cat. In my opinion, every situation is unique, and humans can't orchestrate the dynamic. Sometimes a cat and dog cannot safely live together. We use child gates that prevents the dog from entering rooms where the cat can escape to if things get bad. Usually they work things out themselves, but you don't want a serious altercation.

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37 sats \ 1 reply \ @bief57 OP 28 Jul

Yes, I'm worried it could become a high-risk situation for both of us. In your experience, how have you introduced a new pet to your home? Do you do it gradually, or do you simply let them meet in different parts of the house and see how they react to each other?

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85 sats \ 0 replies \ @siggy47 28 Jul

I don't do anything special, other than make sure the cat is in the house before you let the dog in. The cat naturally will disappear, then gradually they will do their own introducing, for better or worse.

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