Whats the best way to introduce my new pet into my household?
DOG: • Ensure all of your pets are healthy and current on vaccinations before introducing your new dog. • Introduce your new dog to other pets gradually, one at a time and in a neutral atmosphere. • Keeping your dog behind an expandable baby gate is a good way to supervise a first encounter. • Separate pets at any sign of aggression during the introduction. • Never leave your new dog unsupervised with any of your other pets until you are certain they get along well. Introducing your new dog to other pets can take time. • Contact your veterinarian for a referral to a veterinary behaviorist or certified pet dog trainer if aggression among your pets continues. • Reassure each pet of his or her importance by spending time alone with each one every day. • Keep smaller pets, such as hamsters, fish and birds, safe and out of reach. CAT: • Ensure that all of your pets are healthy and current on vaccinations before introducing your new cat. • Introduce your new cat to other pets gradually, one
