I have just adopted a Staffordshire Bull Terrier who was rescued by a friend of mine. He is a lovely dog , well mannered, very obedient affectionate and eager to please.
Only problem is I have quite an elderly cat and he has taken to chasing her and going for her. My other Staffy has never bothered with her, in fact they give each other the occasional sniff.
Can you suggest anything to deter the new boy in the house chasing her ? I really would like to keep him but if this continues I'll have to re-think and I don't want to put him through settling in to another new home. Thanks .
2006-07-17 15:24:31 · 12 answers · asked by debisioux 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Use a spray bottle, when he dose it spary him in the face and say no in a loud voice. It really is a good way to train any breed but works well with bull breeds they hate water in the face
2006-07-17 15:30:07 · answer #1 · answered by raptor89107 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I will only reply as a Staffie proprietor, never had a Am employees: 1) Which breed is superior? I think the AM 2) Which breed is less complicated to train? Each are soooo fast & smart, by and large very food encouraged!! 3) Which breed is best with children? Don't feel there's any difference if raised right!! Mine adore my 2yr ancient, even my rescues!! 4) If a intruder did break into my condominium, would a american staffordshire terrier shield my household if the intruder threatened us? 5) If a intruder broke into my condo, might a staffordshire bull terrier safeguard my family if the intruder threatened us? Lol!! Sadly they'd be extra more likely to lick them to dying!! However they've a fierce bark!! 6) What are the temperament differences between the two breeds? Do not believe there's one, Staffies customarily are just essentially the most loving puppies... They fairly do think they may be lap puppies!! Whether it's my 14" female or my 16" 3 st feminine!! Lol!! Please rescue tho, there are such a lot of in shelters, one in all mine is a foster, however it really shall be a miracle if we will get her a residence... :(
2016-08-09 01:35:29 · answer #2 · answered by martinek 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try this link - some dogs just will not do well with cats - but in these articles (at the end) there is info on how to introduce them.
As long as he is not going to hurt, and he can be distracted with food somewhat easily - you can work with it. Keep a light lead on that he drags around the house...so corrections can be made. You will need someone to help introduce, and an area where the cat can get up high if needed...
If you think he might hurt or he is really really focused - it is probably not worth the risk:(
Good luck - I hope it works out!
2006-07-17 17:42:34 · answer #3 · answered by dvm2b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep a choke collar & lead on the dog even in the house.
When it looks like a chase is about to begin, grab hold of the leash and make your dog give you his attention while he sits at your side. Keep his attention focused on you by giving corrections with the choke collar (don't choke your dog, learn to use this tool correctly) Do this everytime he behaves as though he will chase the cat.
For more info on this technique, check out the Dog Whisperer on National Geographic. He also has DVDs that can help you understand how to get control of his behavior.
I have 14 dogs and I love this guy! Lots of good information that works!
2006-07-17 15:35:02 · answer #4 · answered by momma dog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey,
You can put both of your staffys on lead ropes and tie them together, make the knot tight enough so they can't get lose and when you tie them together make sure that the lead that joins them together is fairly short. When your new dog runs for the cat the other dog will stay put and the new dog will soon learn that there are rules that need to be followed and this chasing thing is not on. The new dog will learn from this pretty quick, keep them tied together for a week at first and if it continues then tie them together for another week, etc. When you feed them and go to bed keep them tied up together.
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2006-07-17 15:32:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could let me adopt your dog. I have been looking for a Staffie, they are hard to come by. But in all seriousness, that is a tough question. I am guessing that your new SBT is curious and gets excited about chasing your cat. Maybe put the two of them in a small room together so they can get to know each other, and maybe get tired of each other.
2006-07-19 05:42:24 · answer #6 · answered by brockoli6857 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have to get him to sit when the cat comes around and hold his collar still telling him to sit. Give the dog a treat when he stays sitting and doesn't chase. It's like any other training. Teach him the desired behavior and reward him and he'll catch on. You can also ask the dog whisperer what to do. lol
2006-07-17 15:31:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the spay answer from Raptor89107 is the best way, its a dogs instinct to chase cats unless they've grown up around one all their lives, he should grow out of it when he gets near the cat i bet he doesn't do anything does he? its the chase he wants but the cat would probably get the better of him how many cases have you heard about where a dog has killed a cat?
2006-07-20 11:31:05 · answer #8 · answered by HANNAH L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its possible your newer dog hasn't been around cats before or even been trained not to like them. You have to remember that they are a terrier and that's what they do chase things whether its birds, rabbits its the breed unfortunately.
2006-07-19 07:13:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you could place or install platforms high enough that the dog can't reach. That's if your cat is able to negotiate them. Would you be able to control him enough to 'introduce' them enough so they could get a good sniff of one another? A few of those encounters might help.
2006-07-17 15:31:55 · answer #10 · answered by ginarene71 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋