The expression “live like a cat by a dog” means living in constant squabbles and quarrels. This is often the case if two pets live in the house. But there are many more examples refuting this expression. You can make friends with a cat and a dog. This will require a little strength, patience and free time devoted to communicating with your favorites.
The first meeting of animals
Most often, animals rub against each other on their own. Several days spent under one roof will nullify the hostile attitude of animals towards each other. But, if you have a small puppy and an adult cat or cat, then problems may arise. A kid with his desire to play can turn the life of an adult cat into torment, so you will have to devote more time to playing with the puppy. Over time, the dog will grow up, and the problem will disappear by itself. In cases of strong play attacks of the puppy, you can use the "fu" command. Although, most likely, the cat will get used to moving around the house without stepping on the floor on which the playful puppy is running.
Any manifestation of aggression by a dog or a puppy towards a cat should be severely punished. In this case, severe punishment is imperative. For example, when trying to throw himself on a cat, the dog should receive the command "fu" and a slap with his palm in the rump area. If it seems to you that the dog poses a serious threat to the cat, then it is better not to get a second animal yet and throw all your strength into training it. You can ask for help from a professional dog handler who will be able to control the process of the first meeting of animals.
In general, the first acquaintance should take place in this way: a collar is put on the dog, a leash is fastened, for reliability, you can put on a muzzle. If the dog tries to throw himself on the cat, give it a forbidding command and pull the leash sharply. Then sit the dog next to you, giving the command to "sit", the cat should be close to you at this time. Try to get the dog to sit at your foot without reacting to the cat. If the dog tries to retry attacking the cat, command "fu" and reinforce the jerk with the leash.
The first meeting of animals must be kept under control. Let the calmed dog walk up to the cat and sniff it. Strictly suppress any manifestation of hostility. Achieve at least an indifferent reaction of the dog to the cat. Let the muzzle walk around the apartment for the first time, then when the dog calms down, you can take it off. Constantly monitor the communication of pets until you are sure that they get along well. The owner is an authoritative leader for the dog and, with perseverance, any dog, even the most aggressive, can be trained to be a cat.
Chasing a cat on the street
Often, puppies or adult dogs, seeing a cat, rush headlong after it. At this time, they can run out onto the roadway or run too far from home. To make your pet stop chasing any living creature on the street, teach him to clearly follow the command "to me". The owner's call should be a reason for joy for the dog, so with good training, the dog will obey the owner with a 100% guarantee. You can stop an animal in pursuit of a cat by strict order "fu", and then you need to say the command "to me". The dog must perfectly follow these two vital commands. Make sure that one word of yours is enough for the dog to stop unwanted actions.
