I have a 16yr old female cat who is very active for her age and mainly lives indoors but i am looking at getting a miniture maltese pup who will probly be indoors alot of the time aswel.. is this a good combo and how do i do the whole introducing without the cat attacking my pup or whatever..?
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We had 2 1 year old cats when we got our basset hound puppy *he was 16 lbs when we brought him home* so quite large. We kept him confined in the kitchen for the first week so that the cats could get used to his smell and come see him at their own terms. The cats got used to him.
Dogs chasing cats is just folktale. They dont really chase each other. They'll be fine together.
"Cat, this is Dog. Dog, this is Cat. Now shake paws and deal with it."
Sorry, I'm really not sure, but couldn't resist!
dogs chasing cats is not "folklore" I just wanted to state that. Not all cats and all dogs are meant to be "buddies" sometimes it works, sometimes not. Usually it works best if they meet while they are young. Your cat is 16- she probably wont be happy about the new attention hog you are getting. Its like kids, some are jealous of a new baby others are excited. You should DEFINITELY introduce them before agreeing to take the pup on. To answer your question- personally its gonna depend on your Cats personality- is she usually good around other animals or not- if shes never been around one now is not the time to start! Good luck!
You know your cat's personality better than anyone.
Bring the puppy home and supervise both the cat and pup at all times until you are sure they are ready to co-exist in your home.
For the most part the puppy will be more interested in the cat than vice versa and the cat is quicker than the pup. But when the cat has enough chasing by the pup she'll probably stand her ground and swat the puppy. The puppy will learn with your help not to chase the cat. Then again they may become comfortable enough with each other that it's only a matter of time before they become buddies.
the best way that is put your puppy in a cage so the cat can see the pup and smell it put the two in one room over night that way they get know each another the next day let pup out of cage in the room with the cat leave them in there but make sure the cat can get out the reach of the pup if don't she may hurt the pup leave them like this for about two or three days than can them let out of the room ooh make sure you feed than a part but in the same room put cats food out reach of the pup .i know this fr myself i have two cats %26 dog they get along
I answered Your other question about Your cat pooping around the house and THIS IS WHY. Your cat is jealous of Your dog and since she is so old, probably hates that pup. On the other hand, the puppy is prob. very interrested in her . Start showing dual attention .even if is just talking to the cat and giving her validation. I brought 2 new cats (indiviually) into my home and my older cat started this moping, hiding and pooping/peeing everywhere. Just simply more attention. Cats are very stubborn- unlike dogs entirely until it comes feeding time. Learn to read her better, and call on her even if You have to hunt her down and put her on Your lap to pet her. She will have a scorned attitude for a long time, maybe even months. THe more often You show her attention and do things to show both pets attention together, the sooner she will adjust. putting them together and showilg equal attention at the same time will get them aquainted w/ eashothers' likes and dislikes sooner. ( mostly so the pup learns to give the cat it's personal space, and the cat is assured the new member of Your household is not a threat. This is the KEY. THe only one! Use it, cuz' I triedd everything! Lots of luck!! Jenny
If there is more than just you living at home, have the person who the cat is least attached to be the one to carry the pup in the door. Have special treats for the old girl and have her nails clipped in case the puppy gets too friendly and makes the cat take a swipe at her. Expect some hissing and growling the first few days- it's normal.
Be sure Momma cat isn't ignored in the love and petting department during all the excitement of a new baby in the house. In fact show her some extra attention so she won't feel in danger of being ignored. Have Momma on your lap while she watches the pup on the floor. Talk to her and use the pup's name joined to hers "Look at Momma's Spot" (Fido, or whatever the pup's name is). If she shows interest but not showing 'Attack Mode', let her down to sniff and inspect the newcomer. Have the pup in it's own room the first few days so they can get used to each other's scent w a door between them when you are not able to keep an eye on their encounters. Don't let the pup chase her. They will figure out their own play schemes after they get used to each other.
Be wary of accidentally letting the pup push Momma out of her established spots. If you let the pup take over her food bowls, sleeping spots and your laps- she very possibly will start having litterbox issues.
I'd anticipate the growls and hisses, but usually a pup learns fast who's boss. Shouldn't be an issue to bring in a puppy.
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