International Cat Day, celebrated on August 8, is right around the corner! This means you’re about to be inundated by seriously adorable pictures of feline friends. And if you’re like me, you’ll start daydreaming about a life with a kitty by your side.
But before you start looking at all the adorable cats available to adopt at your local rescue, you do have to think about how adding a kitty would change your family’s lifestyle. This is especially true if you already own a dog.
While dogs and cats can totally defy the stereotype that they are sworn enemies, sometimes they simply don’t get along, which can lead to stressful and frankly, dangerous situations in your household. One of the ways you can better a dog and cat’s bond is to make sure their initial meeting doesn’t go awry, which is easier said than done.
To ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible, here are a few tips and tricks.