Any advice on how to get two young dogs to get along with a new kitten?
Any advice on how to get two young dogs to get along with a new kitten? General Dog Discussions
I have 2 Shelties (one just turned 1 years old and the other is 1 and half years old, so they are still very puppy like). I have 3 older cats (13, 14, and 18). The older cats preety much put the dogs in their place. In otherwords, the dogs know better than to mess with the cats. My older Sheltie (Emma) is very assertive and not shy at all (rare for a Sheltie). She also is unfortunately favored probably because she came first. She is very spoiled and knows how to get her way. She will not let Toby (the younger one) be pet or held if she's around. She will literally push him off your lap or squeeze her way in front of him. Emma is very protective of her treats (rawhide bones) and some toys. She will often get into fights with Toby which she starts. Toby has recently learned how to stick up for himself. On the otherhand, the two are the best of buddies and will cuddle and kiss each other. They love playing together. Emma can be preety violent with stuffed animals (cont'd)Would she do this with a kitten? I mean, she'll know it's a living thing. I see Toby being okay with it. How jealous will they be? When Emma turns two and goes into heat, we plan on breeding her to Toby, so is it possible that her maternal insticts might kick in and she may be protective of it? How should I introduce them? Is it possible that they could play with it when it gets bigger? Any more adviice on how to get them to be a happy threesome? I am a bit worried about my other cats being jealous but I don't think they'll hurt it. Also, I was thinking about buying a BENGAL kitten. Anyone know anything about other cool breeds that are not long haired? I will most likely adopt one from the shelter though!