Thinking about adopting a cat, but my dog is afraid of cats?

If you introduce them correctly there should be no problem at all. The dog should be held on a loose lead. One person should watch the dog’s body language and the other should watch the cat’s. If the cat is not acting aggressively (raising his back, hissing) toward the dog,he can be allowed to move around freely. A cat is rarely a threat to a dog, but there are some cats that will meet dogs aggressively. If the dog is not acting aggressively toward the cat, then you can ask the dog to sit, or lay down and stay, while the cat moves around freely, sniffing the dog if he wishes. The dog should be praised and rewarded if she ignores the cat.

If the dog has a strong prey instinct, she will become very focused; she’ll stiffen and stare, and may start barking or whining. If you see these signs, do not allow the dog near the cat. Especially, do not allow the dog to chase the cat. If the dog lunges and tries to chase the cat, you should try a different strategy for getting them to share space.

Instead, put the cat in a bedroom with a tall baby gate across the door. Give the kitty all needed supplies – litter box, food and water. Allow the dog to view the cat briefl y through

If you go to an animal rescue that fosters their rescues in homes they can tell you if the cats like or dislike dogs. As long as the foster home has a dog (they usually do).

I foster cats and kittens and I own 2 dogs. So when someone comes looking for a pet I can personally tell them whether or not the cat/kitten gets along well with dogs. You can also set up appointments for your dog and the prospective new cat/kitten to meet each other.

So try getting a hold of your local animal rescue and see what they've got.

Good luck.

A really young cat would probably be just fine but you're right you have no idea if they will be aggressive when they get older. I would go with an older more laid back cat. Also if you get an old cat at a shelter, you can find on that has lived with dogs and is cool with the whole chase and in your face thing :)

I suggest getting an 8 week or so old kitten. They show personalities by then and they're at the stage where they're curious about everything! Older, mature cats tend to not like dogs and most WILL smack them round the nose if they get too close.

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Oh i think that a good idea,getting a kitten,there lots of them around!!!