Lurchers & Cats

[Just_Jimmy]

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We'd never really planned to rescue a puppy, always had an older dog in our heads & the ones we have expressed an interest in have been a couple of years old. But Kates always wanted a lurcher (mainly for their nature) so getting the puppies the safest option and just lucky these came up.

We have a great space out the back for it (plenty of high spots the cat likes to rest in) as well a living by the sea in the countryside. The cats indoors and outdoors but we have quite a long house so can have their beds at either end of the house (glass doors so they can get used to each other a bit too while being separated)..

Speaking to my friend whos the dog whisperer for dogs trust shes more interested in the cat being happy than the puppy. Next doors have a field behind them & they have greyhounds they train. So although they will generally be locked away the cats over that side enough, so hes not that scared that he stays away (although Id dread to think what they would do if they got him!

Getting a bit nervous just thinking about it

my cat is outdoor cat and they sit together in the garden and stuff. the dog will literally run past our cat to chase another cat away. I said it's more about the cat but mine is a total diva and she struts around. the dog is so mellow and just lets her do what she likes.

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[Dalianwanda]

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my cat is outdoor cat and they sit together in the garden and stuff. the dog will literally run past our cat to chase another cat away. I said it's more about the cat but mine is a total diva and she struts around. the dog is so mellow and just lets her do what she likes.

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Our cat used to like hanging with another cat over the road..Generally he just chases them off his patch though. Theres a pain of a dog next door that never stops barking. Our cats just teases it. Doing nothing till the dog eventually tries to put its nose through the fence then gets a quick boxing then the cat retreats. He does sit about near where the dog is and happily falls asleep whether its around or not. Again Im just looking at thats a good sign it he will eventually mellow to it.

[Just_Jimmy]

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Our cat used to like hanging with another cat over the road..Generally he just chases them off his patch though. Theres a pain of a dog next door that never stops barking. Our cats just teases it. Doing nothing till the dog eventually tries to put its nose through the fence then gets a quick boxing then the cat retreats. He does sit about near where the dog is and happily falls asleep whether its around or not. Again Im just looking at thats a good sign it he will eventually mellow to it.

I reckon you'll be fine. just set ground rules and supervise.

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[Dalianwanda]

SO we finally got the wee fella from the rescue centre last week & oh my god we were not prepared for how much work he was gonna be Sitting here exhausted...In terms of the cat they have met in the garden daily (with pup on a lead) and although puppys kinda bouncing about & the cat has been kinda stalking him looking for a chance to bop him, there have been no incidents. They have even managed short sessions where they lost interest in each other or managed to relax and be petted at the same time. Ive allowed this only for 5 mins or so, no more. They still havent met in the house.

Apart from that Chroi was straight into his crate from night one and had only had an accident 5 times in the first week which I dont think is too bad (my fault as had him out of the crate unsupervised). Hes also starting to go to the door if he isnt in his crate to get out to do his business. Hes managing sit for a few seconds but were backing off a bit on the commands and just doing positive reinforcement when he does a behaviour we like (or friends and dog behavioural therapist and recommended this at the moment)..This Friday we can get his 2nd vax done which is huge as we can start to get into a routine with walks and stuff as well as socialising. His mental turns early evening a bit scary & as he goes from chewing to clamping on to ankles and toes a drain on patience (but I know its just part of being a puppy & just trying to remove myself as soon as I see this happening)..ASgain hopefully regular exercise will help, counting the days

[Just_Jimmy]

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SO we finally got the wee fella from the rescue centre last week & oh my god we were not prepared for how much work he was gonna be Sitting here exhausted...In terms of the cat they have met in the garden daily (with pup on a lead) and although puppys kinda bouncing about & the cat has been kinda stalking him looking for a chance to bop him, there have been no incidents. They have even managed short sessions where they lost interest in each other or managed to relax and be petted at the same time. Ive allowed this only for 5 mins or so, no more. They still havent met in the house.

Apart from that Chroi was straight into his crate from night one and had only had an accident 5 times in the first week which I dont think is too bad (my fault as had him out of the crate unsupervised). Hes also starting to go to the door if he isnt in his crate to get out to do his business. Hes managing sit for a few seconds but were backing off a bit on the commands and just doing positive reinforcement when he does a behaviour we like (or friends and dog behavioural therapist and recommended this at the moment)..This Friday we can get his 2nd vax done which is huge as we can start to get into a routine with walks and stuff as well as socialising. His mental turns early evening a bit scary & as he goes from chewing to clamping on to ankles and toes a drain on patience (but I know its just part of being a puppy & just trying to remove myself as soon as I see this happening)..ASgain hopefully regular exercise will help, counting the days

sounds like you're smashing it mate. with the cat, encourage the dog to sit and watch a treat and focus on that, then treat. keep it short but it teaches that cat isn't that cool after all. otherwise keep chipping away and do what works for you and him just be consistent.

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sounds like you're smashing it mate. with the cat, encourage the dog to sit and watch a treat and focus on that, then treat. keep it short but it teaches that cat isn't that cool after all. otherwise keep chipping away and do what works for you and him just be consistent.

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Ah thanks appreciate that. In the short space of time Ive defo felt like a failure a couple of times but its all learning as you know. As an update yesterday he got a wee bit too close and the cat gave him a biff (no claws just a pop on the nose)..That sent him hiding behind my legs Its hearting to see they arent just all out war as thats what Id envisaged (more from the cats side than the dogs prey side)..

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[Just_Jimmy]

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Ah thanks appreciate that. In the short space of time Ive defo felt like a failure a couple of times but its all learning as you know. As an update yesterday he got a wee bit too close and the cat gave him a biff (no claws just a pop on the nose)..That sent him hiding behind my legs Its hearting to see they arent just all out war as thats what Id envisaged (more from the cats side than the dogs prey side)..

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he's gorgeous!

here's my two right now as inspiration...



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