Mary Allen
Are the sparks flying between your dog and your cat? This is not necessary – because dogs and cats can get along well. If you pay attention to the temperament of both types of animals, at best they will become a harmonious duet.
Dog or cat? Dog and cat! If you take a few things to heart, you don’t have to choose between the two.
Harmonious coexistence is possible. An important point for success: both animals must be the same temperament. A live dog that chases and barks a lot is more likely to scare a shy cat.
Likewise, an aggressive cat will stress the dog. On the other hand, a calm dog with good impulse control and a calm, level-headed cat has a better chance.
This Is How They Get Along with Each Other: Bringing Dogs and Cats Together, Step by Step
For dogs and cats to get used to each other without stress, they need to be allowed to slowly get to know each other. This can take several weeks or months.
We recommend that dogs and cats can initially be under the same roof, but first without direct contact. Both the dog and the cat should have their own room.
Both must find everything they need in their privacy, such as food, water, a basket, and toys. You can then introduce them to each other through scent – for example, by bringing a blanket from a dog basket to the cat’s room and the cloth you used to rub the cat.
In the first few weeks, you should always supervise and accompany the encounters between dogs and cats. Only when the boundaries between dog and cat are clear and they understand each other, both species of animals can live under the same roof without any problems. If you want to play it safe, make sure everyone can go to their hideout.