How to make your dog stop attacking your cat?

Many times, dogs and cats can live kindly in the same home. Is that not your case? Your dog does not stop attacking the poor pussycat? In this post, we show you how to stop your dog from attacking your cat through a simple process.

Step 1: physically separate the animals

You have already realized that your dog and your cat cannot live in the same space for now. For the sake of the two, you should have them in separate rooms, without seeing them. In each room, the pet must have everything he needs to eat, drink and go to the bathroom.

Step 2: Exercise

In order for your dog to be a balanced animal, it must have a good dose of exercise every day. It is convenient that you take him out for a walk, run or play with the ball for at least half an hour, two or three times a day. This way you will ensure that your dog releases its energies and is tired and calm at home.

Step 3: Obedience

You must teach your dog basic obedience commands to keep him away from your cat and to interrupt any situation that could lead to an attack. Teach him to sit down, stay still and release something, through constant and responsible work.

Step 4: Gather the animals progressively

Your dog will already be somewhat trained and balanced because of the exercise, therefore it is time to introduce the cat again. To start you just have to open the door that separates them a little, but taking care that there is not enough place for them to pass. Leave the door for a couple of days, so that they have the opportunity to smell and hear each other, but without having direct contact.

If you see the two days go by and there are no signs of aggression, you can bring the two animals together. To do this you will have to put the leash on your dog and enter the cat's room. You will only do so if the dog is calm and does not pull on the leash.

During the meeting give them treats and treat your pets with love. Never challenge him or yell at him because that way he won't understand if he misbehaves. Do not remove the leash, just be there for a little while and come out again. Repeat the procedure a few days and you will see that the attacks will not be repeated.

Extra tips

• One of the best things you can do to stop your dog from attacking your cat is to castrate or sterilize it, because of that will reduce the instinct for aggression and fighting.
• Punishing your dog every time it attacks your cat will only cause the behavior to repeat itself.
• Ask a dog trainer for help if you can't teach him the commands or if you prefer an expert on the subject.
• By following all these steps and these tips, you can make your dog leave your cat alone once and for all.

Follow these tips and soon your dog and cat will have a better relationship.