Get a Cat Used to a New Puppy

Cats are generally stereotyped to be afraid of dogs, but sometimes is the exact opposite. Here are a few simple ways to get a cat used to a new puppy.

The Same Room

 * 1) First, take your dog and cat into the same room. Hold both be the collar about 8 ft apart. They will be a little nervous, and maybe even scared.
 * 2) Every two minutes, move your pets a foot to two feet closer together. Pet your cat and dog gently and feed them treats
 * 3) Repeat this every two minutes until they are side by side. They will probably start sniffing each other and be a little curious.

Time

 * 1) Over time, your cat and dog will be okay together. This is only recommended if no early signs of fear or aggressiveness are shown!

Food

 * 1) Place your cat and dogs food bowl next to each other and give them high value food. You have to feed them at the exact same time otherwise they will avoid each other. Do this for a week+ and see how they start behaving.

Tips

 * Be gentle with your animals. They will be soothed by your calmness
 * Do not do step number 3 if your dog or cat will be prone to eating each others food.

Warnings

 * Do Not Force your cats and dogs together… This could result in mean behavior.