Image: Marián Šicko/PEXELS
Building a dog and cat friendship is a very beautiful adventure. However, there are some things you want to make sure are in place first.
Image: Marián Šicko/PEXELS
Building a dog and cat friendship may seem challenging at first – and rightly so.
Dogs need to be cautious to avoid getting scratched on the face or eyes by a cat.
Similarly, if a dog becomes angry or agitated, they may try to catch and bite a cat, which can result in serious injuries.
With patience, understanding, and proper training, these pets can develop a harmonious and friendly relationship.
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There are some underlying things you want to make sure are in place first.
It’s important that neither the cat nor the dog have had negative experiences with the other species.
If your feline friend has been chased and severely bitten in the past, extra effort is needed to help them get along.
Similarly, if your pup has had unpleasant experiences with cats before, they may be hesitant to share their space with them.
It can be very helpful if one of them is a baby when introducing them to each other.
Babies, whether puppies or kittens, are more open and curious, making it easier for them to adapt and form positive associations.
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence