Two year old female cat - has claws - is verfy smart. New puppy now 11 week old. The cat keeps sneaking up on the puppy to attach him - she has ripped one ear open, toar the same ear; a second time, ripped one of his paws and a puncher wound in his leg.
2007-02-17 16:06:09 · 13 answers · asked by bambi 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
We have 4 indoor cats and 2 dogs that are in most of the time. We had 3 of the cats first. One male cat was fine with the puppy and LOVED him and still does. Other male cat didnt care. Female was horrible. When we would see her hiss or swat at him, would squirt her with a squirt gun and if she let him walk by without hostile behaviour she would get a cat treat . This was a year ago and today she doesnt play with him but is not mean, just ignores him. Good Luck!
2007-02-17 16:19:48 · answer #1 · answered by Brandi A 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Please, please do not declaw your cat, whatever you do. It is totally inhumane.
Now to your question: Ensure the dog sleeping mat and food dishes are kept in the farthest area away from the cat's bed, litter, and food dishes.
They can't be able to see each other from where they sleep or eat for now.
Have you sat down with your cat privately and explained that having a dog now does not take away from how much you love her. She is very special to you and that will never change. But that you ask her to be tolerant of her new "brother". He is just a puppy and even if he is annoying right now, he will calm down as he matures. Explain that you are a family and need to get along together and respect each other.
Play with your cat more than usual. Pet her frequently and give her treats for behaving. Take your dog for a walk instead of playing with it in the house. Your cat will have a hard time not to be jealous if she perceives the pup is getting all of the attention now.
A quiet house really helps during the period of adjustment.
Hope this helps.
2007-02-17 17:03:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
sounds like they need to be separated for a while. Cats are territorial, and this kind of thing happens sometimes. the puppy needs to be put somewhere isolated, where the cat can't get to it. the cat probably feels threatened, and is just defending her territory. who else is in the home? what do they think? I'm sure a houseful of people should be able to come to some solution. either that, or get rid of the puppy.....I've got two cat who USED to get along fine, but they've been separated for about a year now, and they both seem OK with that. animals are very strange this way.....
2007-02-17 16:17:37 · answer #3 · answered by bearsbullsfan 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I say separate them as much as possible. Be there tho to watch for any signs of aggression. I wouldn't recommend having your cat declawed now. Trust me, I have seen older cats that have been declawed. It will make your cat get worse as far as aggression goes. Declawing is like pulling our finger nails, it's a very painful for cats, especially the older ones. Get a spray bottle and put some water in it. Put the nozzle on stream. Aim for the cats face when you see her getting aggressive with the pup. Scold the cat too in a stern and loud voice. Keep spraying the cat until she gets along with the pup. Hope this helps!
2007-02-17 17:30:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds bad... some cats cannot tolerate sharing their den, no mater what. The kindest option is to ry and find a new loving and forever home for the poor puppy who is now very possibly traumatized and will probably fear cats all its life. I don't think you can stop the cat from attacking the puppy unless you plan to keep cat and dog totally separate for the balnce of their lives - not very easy to do. Find a new home for the puppy.
2007-02-17 16:18:12 · answer #5 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I had the same problem when I brought my puppy home, and my cats HATED her so much, but now she is 2 and they love her to death. So just give it time. They will work out their differences.
2007-02-17 16:17:10 · answer #6 · answered by sllikylloh 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Everyone should sit in a circle and express their feelings freely. Ask your kitty and puppy to talk about their differences. Listen to them and validate their ideas and complaints.
Teach them to meditate and breath deeply. Have them go to their "special place". Explain how all life is precious and to be loved and respected.
You should join hands (paws) with your kitty and puppy and everyone can sing "Koom-ba-yah".
Either that or kick a field goal with the cat!
After he sails to the moon a few times with his butt in his face, he might be a nicer kitty.
♥
2007-02-17 16:16:43 · answer #7 · answered by Me 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
sounds like the cat is trying to establish dominance. Just let them interact when you can watch, and stop the cat from harming the puppy. Try not to leave them alone together until they become friendlier. It'll happen, but it'll take time.
2007-02-17 16:16:00 · answer #8 · answered by rabies1979 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You could save a little on cat food by letting nature take it's course...
2007-02-17 16:10:10 · answer #9 · answered by gordios_thomas_icxc 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well cats are very territoral animals. so you bring a new animal in to its domain. she will react by attacking that dog. one way is to beat the cat. I know peopel will say thats wrong but I am not saying beat it to death. just pop the cat on its hind legs. 2nd is to keep them seperated. hopefully your cat will get use to the dog. but mostly all cats go through this.
2007-02-17 16:19:29 · answer #10 · answered by Jecht 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋