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Can I get a dog after I have a cat?

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I grew up with cats and dogs in the house, but we got the cat after the dog and the cat was a kitten. Now that I have an adult cat that is territorial, what are the chances that bringing a dog into the house will go smoothly? Is there anything that I can do to make things not turn into world war III?

asked Mar 5, 2013 in Cat Behavior by mamairis (6,910 points)

1 Answer

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Try to determine if the dog you choose is cat-friendly. Introduce them gradually. Keeping them in separate rooms, allow them to view each other through a secure gate. If all goes well, after several days try removing the gate, Don't leave them unattended until you are sure there won't be any problems. If all else fails, you can consult with an animal behaviorist.
answered Apr 21, 2013 by (36,420 points)

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