The Cats Just Want Their Space!

Sometimes you just don't know what to do when your cats and dogs don't get along.

Feeling stuck isn't uncommon, but that doesn’t stop it from being frustrating!

Sometimes it takes a second set of eyes to look at what’s going on and identify find those areas where a little change could make all the difference.

Yasmin’s two old lady cats, Zelda and Pangea, are struggling with the young canine member of the family, Fenna. Fenna chases the cats the moment they even try to find a bit of space from her.

What can Yasmin do to calm Fenna down enough for Zelda and Pangea to tolerate her company? Naomi helps her identify a few next steps in this Dog and Cat Chat.

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Key Moments

[00:29] Introduction and Cast of Characters: Zelda and Pangea the elderly cats and Fenna the young dog

[01:03] Getting the lay of the land - the current behaviors, the physical management and any sticky spots.

[06:02] Talking management: It’s not just baby gates and leashes!

[07:32] Setups for a space-reducing dog and space-seeking cats

[11:34] Tracking progress: knowing what to look for in your pets behavior during setups and when to change things up

[13:31] Doing setups with a very timid cat