Dogs
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
Dear Carrie:
I have had cats all of my life. We now have 2 dogs and 5 cats! They are learning to coexisit, sort of. What's the trick to stopping the dogs from eating the cat food and vice versa? We try to separate them but thay always find a way! Any ideas?
Thanks, Sheila
Cats love high places. I would choose a shelf, the top of the dryer or some other out of the way place to put the cats' food dishes. This will keep Fido out of it.
Also, only feed them twice a day. Don't leave food out. They will learn to eat their food all at one time and then the dishes will remain empty throughout the day.
Taking ownership of the food will help allow you to be in charge, rather than the pets taking over every dish.
Teach your dogs to give your cat's food and litter area space. Practice frequently and soon they'll get the idea, when paired with reward and plenty of praise.
Happy tails,
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I have had cats all of my life. We now have 2 dogs and 5 cats! They are learning to coexisit, sort of. What's the trick to stopping the dogs from eating the cat food and vice versa? We try to separate them but thay always find a way! Any ideas?
Thanks, Sheila
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Dear Sheila:Cats love high places. I would choose a shelf, the top of the dryer or some other out of the way place to put the cats' food dishes. This will keep Fido out of it.
Also, only feed them twice a day. Don't leave food out. They will learn to eat their food all at one time and then the dishes will remain empty throughout the day.
Taking ownership of the food will help allow you to be in charge, rather than the pets taking over every dish.
Teach your dogs to give your cat's food and litter area space. Practice frequently and soon they'll get the idea, when paired with reward and plenty of praise.
Happy tails,
- Preventing Food Aggression
© photo copyright Carrie BoykoFood Aggression Starts when Your Dog Thinks She Owns the FoodI guess this is one of those days when I'm going to get all Cesar Millan on you. You may laugh, but he's got the food thing down. Teaching your dog that...
- Do New Cats Need To Be Litter Trained?
By Langley Cornwell Whether you are introducing a new cat into a multiple cat household or you’re bringing your first kitty home from the shelter, you’ll have to help the new family member get acclimated to the litter box. All change is stressful...
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