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November 6, 2011 - Cats & Dogs
The prey drive in some dogs is exceptionally strong, which can make keeping your cat safe very challenging. To ensure your cat stays safe, you must get your dog to regard you as his leader so that his desire to please you overcomes his desire to chase.
If your dog chases your cat, don’t run after him. Instead, try to get his attention with a loud hand clap or command (“Leave it!”), or even a shake of his dog food bin. Redirect his behavior so you can leash him and allow the cat to get to a safe place.
CLICK HERE to read our article on Crates and Barriers, which includes a tip on how you can use a gate to help introduce your canine and feline friends!
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