Instructions

• 1). Place the dog on the leash and find a calm room to settle down in. Wait to begin the introduction until the dog is relaxed.
  
  
• 2). Have an assistant bring the cat into the room while maintaining distance from the dog. If either animal becomes excited, wait a few moments until they begin to relax again.
  
  
• 3). Bring the cat closer to the dog. Let the dog look at the other animal, then have the dog perform a few commands. You can offer the dog a few treats to reward good behavior.
  
  
• 4). Allow the cat to move around while the dog watches. If the dog becomes excited or agitated, repeat the calming and obeying sequences.
  
  
• 5). Have the dog sit or lie next to you. Let the cat come towards the dog and sniff noses. Be careful; retain a tight handle on the leash so that if the dog tries to lunge, you have control.
  
  
• 6). Take a break so that neither animal becomes stressed out. If they don't seem comfortable with each other, it is okay to start over again at a later time.
  
  
• 7). Give the animals supervised time together. Watch them carefully for signs of rough behavior; otherwise, let them interact and get used to each other. Reward the dog with treats for being well-behaved around the cat.