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Here is something I found on-line, it might be a little late now. However, you could still try some tips from the articles attached below. I've never tried to introduce a cat to a resident dog, so can't say much from experience here. But the common sense is, if it's a kitten, the dog will likely to accept it eventually. You could also perhaps contact the Edmonton Humane Society, an animal rescue agency. They may be able to provide professional advise on what to do. Hope it helps somewhat. Good luck!
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+ R- _+ E0 Q0 ^& d7 I3 SCats and dogs can be great friends, but it might take some time for trust and friendship to develop. If your cat has been with dogs be-fore and your dog is used to cats, things should go smoothly once they get used to the idea. If this is the first encounter with the other species for one or both of them, friendship might take a little longer., q0 Y/ s( l$ s' G" m3 ]' h
: C1 S( C0 U( W4 @# |9 e4 AIntroduce your dog and your new cat slowly and carefully. If you have more than one dog, introduce them to the new kitty one at a time so the newcomer won't be intimidated. Establish “dog-free” areas where your cat can sleep, eat, play, and use the litter box. Put the new cat in a separate room , and supervise all interaction until you're sure they're okay together.
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. ]! P2 d: I; m2 TLet the cat explore the house while the dog is outdoors or confined to a closed room or crate. If the cat wants a look at the dog, let him look, but let the cat determine how quickly the relationship will develop. Talk to both the cat and the dog to help them understand that they both belong in the family now. Don't let the dog chase or rough up the cat. If the cat hisses or swipes at the dog, distract the dog. Don't punish the cat—she needs to set limits for her own safety, especially if the dog is larger than she is. If the cat is really upset, separate them and try again later.
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1 d) N n5 g$ XIntroducing a New Cat to a Resident Dog
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Dogs and cats who have not experienced each other will require some extra time to become accustomed to each other. Dogs usually want to chase and play with cats, and cats are usually afraid and defensive. You can use any of the techniques described in “Introducing a new cat to other cats.”
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$ v7 F B7 r4 @ u; h, x* MIn addition: If your dog does not already know the commands “sit,” “down,” “come,” and “stay,” you should begin working on them. Little tidbits of food increase your dog’s motivation to perform, which will be necessary in the presence of such a strong distraction as a new cat.
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! D& z& H4 {1 d2 E3 IBegin as described above for introducing to a resident cat. Once the cat is comfortable in the house and has been introduced to the smells of the dog, you can attempt a face to face introduction in a controlled manner. Put your dog’s leash on, and command him to either “sit” or “down” and “stay,”. Have another family member enter the room and quietly sit down with the cat on his or her lap. At first, the cat and dog should be on opposite sides of the room. Praise both and give treats. Repeat this step several times until both the cat and dog are tolerating each other without fear, aggression, or other uncontrollable behavior.
4 ~' g( B. q+ |. y2 ]# Y& p/ A8 l8 FNext, move the animals a little closer together, with the dog still on a leash and the cat gently held in a lap. If the cat does not like to be held, you can use a wire crate or carrier instead. If the dog gets up from its “stay” position, it should be firmly repositioned, and praised and rewarded for obeying the “stay” command. If the cat becomes frightened, increase the distance between the animals and progress more slowly. Providing the cat with a cat tree or high place to be above the dog will help her feel more confident. 7 O/ @' y: ~/ v. b& b9 ]
Try to direct each session so the dog is likely to do the right thing and get praise. Although your dog must be taught that chasing or being rough with the cat is unacceptable behavior, if your dog is always punished whenever the cat is around, and never has “good things” happen in the cat’s presence, your dog may associate the cat with unpleasant reprimands.
- t4 K" @3 I) i1 c: ^& sYou may want to keep your dog on a leash and with you when the cat is free in the house during the introduction process. Be sure that your cat has an escape route, and a place to hide. 0 e; O+ ?9 d, P8 O5 N1 ^- c
Keep the dog and cat separated when you aren’t home until you are certain they will both be safe.
' a. G) t# t& R0 OAnother note : Dogs like to eat cat feces, and although there are no real health hazards to the dog from this habit except possibly increased vomiting, it is usually distasteful to the owners. The best solution is to place the litter box where the dog cannot access it such as behind a baby gate, install an interior cat door to a laundry room, etc. |
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