One of my dogs (7 years old now) has killed a stray kitten 5 years ago, when i was not at home and once i caught her in action and managed to save the cat, the cat was severely wounded. I feel that I have lost 3 pets in one. The DNA of thousands of years ago when all dogs hunted to survive is still alive and well and living in your dog. In addition, the owners should have to do COMMUNITY service by volunteering I live in an area where a lot of people are moving so they can have space for the animals. It is true that dogs have the natural instinct to chase and bite which often will kill a smaller dog or cat. The cat usually ended up in a tree but our neighbors often told us that they wouldnt be surprised if one day they caught and harmed the cat. Copyright 2023 Four Paws Online Ltd. All rights reserved. She thought he was very rude, so she would beat on his muzzle with her paws (no claws!) My out-of-pocket expenses thus far for just this attack? But, cats can take this as an advantage and attack your dog whenever it needs your attention. Next time Im not going to have this many dogs and it has to be dogs that are good to cats. There are plenty of products out there now where dogs can be kept inside 24/7. If not, then the owner truly needs to work, one on one with a really good animal behaviorist to help them understand how this works. I have many times been almost attacked, AND attacked by dogs. Wheres the sensitivity of these hypocrite dog-owners and so-calling-themselves animal-lovers when it comes to thinking about WHAT a feline cat has to bear before she/he is killed brutally and so-cruelly by MURDEROUS DOGS and their insensitive and stupid and SELFISH OWNERS???!!! Heal Them At Home! Cat owners usually love dogs, but dog owners hate cats and they even rejoice when a dog kills a cat. Our neighbor just informed me their dog attacked my cat. I have thought the dog must have shook or flung her at my door and continued to go after her on the the way home. We are currently suing the dog owner. I later saw this done with many other vicious dogs, at the farm I lived at. It can easily release its urge to attack. Even though a cat is not prey for a dog, sometimes it can view it like that. Why a dog would attack a cat or a human attack another human etc probabl;y will never be known. I immediately made him release and crated him. My other cat had to be euthanized due to a neighbors dog coming up on MY porch and attacking~when I took her to the vet~~with the neighbors owner~who was willing to pay, in order to avoid a lawsuit~the vet told her she needed to really consider euthanizing the dog, as it was so agressive. if you want your cat to be outdoors, accept the fact you are allowing your cat into a dangerous world where it can be hit by cars, abused by kids, and attacked by other dogs, or other cats for that matter. Drawing blood. Dear Doc Andrews, I also feel sorry for the cat and owner, but any cat allowed to run loose outside is in danger. You can create a makeshift muzzle by looping a piece of rope or pair of pantyhose around the cat's head. Once you feel like both got used to living with each other, then try to increase their relationship further. And it is both owners responsibility to keep the animals contained. lol. I am worried sick and I moved his food and litter into the ensuite with a pillow and closed the door to provide a safe place. Dont give full access to your cat, if you get a new one. No pet, docile I then woke up as she was carrying on but she was now in the bathroom. Some one was not doing their job protecting their animal. [12] Make sure to use a covering that the stray cat cannot easily scratch or tear through, such as tarp. She might be doing it because the abuse she had is causing behavioral problems now that she is about 10, or it might be just her wild animal instincts (as a rescue should could have been wild before the last owner abused her, I dont know). Learn the language of the dog, cat (yes cats can be trained to do a lot of things) hamster, gerbil, G. pig, goldfish, whatever the pet is. Praise and reward the dog for being able to focus elsewhere. I can stop a dog from being agressive in just 10 minutes a day! All the animals will have an urge to protect their belongings no matter what. Let the cat lead the way. It may seem like a cat is attacking your dog unprovoked. Best Wishes, Dr Andrew Jones, DVM Copyright 2008 Four Paws Online Ltd. (If their dog was either tied outside all day or ran free, I felt it I could fence in an area of the yard to help protect them, but this giant dog can jump the five-foot fence around his own yard. An Easy Escape By nature, dogs were made to roam. Later, when everyone was sleeping he came by me for comfort and he died in my armsI gave him as much love as I could those last momentspoor thing. You can be ready RIGHT NOW by going here: https://drjonesnaturalpet.com/pet-first-aid-secrets-complete-dog-and-cat-first-aid-manual-e-book.html It's Your Pet. Once the smell is there all the dogs want to go in the same area. I do think she did the correct thing. Have patience and wait until your cat and dog get used to each other. Her big eyes looked up at me and she reached out her paw and grabbed me and let out a soft meow. Most municipalities have leash laws. Its much better than putting them under. old, large-breed, Lab/Great Dane throw-aways because their previous owners didnt spay and neuter the parents) here with the cats and all of them co-exist quite nicely. I had a friend whos dog (a Yellow Lab) killed one of her cats. I write about my passion and personal experience caring for multiple pets in this blog! Husband said he lost one of his nine lives there. So, it starts attacking your dog, to feel safe and secure. Im not there to work for them with their dog. Approach the cat slowly and talk to it in a soothing voice to calm it down. Dog is loving, affectionate and submissive to us, but he is a guard dog. Hed practice what he called loving discipline, which involved treating them like gold when they behaved, and locking them in a cage, without food or water for 24 hours, when they misbehaved. Should I take my dog to the vet after a dog fight? P.P.S. Notice when it attacks your dog and behavior improperly. I have always had cats and dogs, raised together! Any ideas? No. Was the dog confined or were they both loose??? Leave her head exposed and give her room to breathe. Would I think best is to put such a dog down? When I heard her breath I realised she might have a punctured lung. The best idea is to have both growing up with each other in order for a safe house environment. P.P.S. But when the dog was hit by a car they gave him Tylenol for pain which they shouldnt have done. unforunatley the gate was somehow left open and my 4 year old cat was attacked by 2 dogs. In my case, I used to have Alaskan Malamutes, a breed with a rather high prey drive being not all that far removed from the wild wolf ancestor. If not, they know someone who is an owner and probably needs to be educated. Whatever the scenario, dogs spend a great deal of time staring at humans. As soon as she puts any pressure on your skin, immediately stop playing and ignore her for some time. If the cat is bleeding, the veterinarian will try to control the bleeding. He is really big so she never had a chance, but just thinking about the incident makes me feel guilty because I feel that I could have saved her. When it comes to saving a cat that has been attacked by a dog, your safety comes firstdo not attempt any first aid that would increase your risk of injury. He responds to both silent hand signals and voice commands, does not pull when walking. That time he had severe injuries-profuse bleeding and a permanent limp. What to do Call your vet immediately. She was in obvious distress, and her chances of recovering from this were almost non-existent. There was a 24 running near the top of the fence, and there were numerous knot holes in the fence. But most of the time they are either communicating with us or waiting for us to communicate with them. My cat viciously attacked me is also common. a cat attacks dog unprovoked, you can solve this problem. Keeping the cat warm, quiet, and still will help you administer first aid and transport the cat safely to a veterinary hospital. What would you feel like coming home seeing your little Chihuahua body ripped into pieces? Especially children. Besides, cats need to be inside at night, they kill way to many birds and rodents when outside at night. Owners must take more responsibility for thier pets. How long does it take for a cat bite to heal? A lot of pet owners, I have found, since I have worked with about 15,000 over the past 40 years, dont understand that much about dogs and their drives. Dogs always give a sign before they are going to do something. She tried to stand but would lie down, then switch sides. I rushed home (45 mins. Back the dog away from the cat and tie the leash to the nearest sturdy structure, such as a telephone pole. For example, if the dog sleeps in the bedroom with you at night, dont pick that room for the cat. Cats are natural out-door inhabitors..regardless of what you idiot cat-haters think. What then, do all of you people think should happen to the dog that attacked the child? I should mention that this is a tough mouse, having survived being neutered against the odds. I looked around as I though maybe she saw a rat or something. This will block her view and awareness of the outside world. The cat hid and later came home. My husband rewards him for this of course. But we have to understand, dogs. Even though my cat is on a cord in our own yard i still look at her every couple of minutes to see that she is ok. she is terrified of the crows. It takes alot of work on the part of the owner but worth the time. Sheila. And youre a doctor? Now, my dog is a bit too big to play chase and she knows it, so when he smacks her, she'll rush at him for a moment, then stop. I have to agree with everyone who already said what I was thinking. I dont let my dogs run loose. Then they get angry. That way, the dog can get used to the cats smell and the cat can get used to the dogs smell, without overstimulating either of them. In the same way, your cat may be angry with something or someone. Cats show different emotions while hissing. A few nights ago, I heard a thump on my back door. Most wounds heal within 10 days. From: Dr Andrew Jones 2000-2023 TheCatSite.com. My cats have always been allowed outdoors, but they have always been kept in my own yard on leashes and harnesses, and I have always stayed outside with them. Will call tomorrow morning. When a cat enters into their territory they are allowed to make chase, but I discourage them from making physical contact with the cat(and Ive never seen evidence of that, thankfully). We can only plant a seed. She almost took a neighbors 2 yr old son face off. HORRIFIC. I feel the difference between euthanizing a We have had other similar situations and I avoid the food thing, but what is the best answer or solution? My cat is like my child and she will always be indoors. I am obviously very upset at the owners since they have been told countless times to keep their dogs, especially the violent one away from my property. So, whenever a dog comes near its surroundings, it attacks it. What should you do if a dog attacks your cat? Anyway, Sister died when she was 11 and a half years old. I have a cat and two dogs. Of course they are not allowed outside at night and they will not be together with other animals when not supervised. The underlying reason behind the fight can be anything from social insecurity to mental health problems. Why the heck do these murderous dogs kill cats anyways since they DONT EAT THEM??? While I have not had a problem with them, I dont expect other dogs to be so understanding! And then yesterday it almost happened again. 3. The neighbors cats would tease the dogs incessantly by peering at them through the knot holes, and then they would jump to the top of the fence and walk back and forth on the 24 teasing the dogs. Stress is the cause of aggression. How to choose the right food for your cat. Yesterday, the dogs cornered her in our basement bathroom while I was upstairs showering and I found her lying flat, breathing very heavily, wet and very smelly. We need to keep an eye on our pets just like we do our children. The favorite time of day for me and my cats has been permanently ruined. She's moving ok and not in obvious discomfort. Come on people!!! I did not feed her anything. Definitely harmless to innocent people. Quit frankly i am shocked that you would pts any dog that had attacked a cat without all the full facts. The stories above seem to have experiences with cats that are not in the household. The vet has warned the neighbors to warn me that I need to watch the dog around my granddaughter. Quick Answer: Why Did My Dog Attacked My Cat, Question: What To Do When Cat Is Attacked By Dog, Question: Should I Be Worried That My Dog Attacked A Cat, Will My Minecraft Dogs Be Attacked Outsit, How Many Cats Are Attacked By Dogs Each Year, Question: Will My Dog Protect Me If I Get Attacked, Quick Answer: Will My Dog Protect Me If I M Attacked. However she did survive, but the shelter uthanized the dog. She has not ate or drank anything since the incident. The interference with the property must be intentional or negligent. I will put her down because she might kill a neighbors cat or child. She was very smart and a good dog. That said, you can't completely rule out the fact that they can attack and . I realized after a few seconds and to my dismay that it was my yellow cat. Is this to much to ask in a public place? not. Part 1 Assessing the Situation Download Article 1 Separate the dog from the cat. There should be laws that prevent roaming dogs. These are supposed to be the higher class of animals, the civilized ones. I also had a little puppy at the time. Cat REALLY shook up!!! The muzzle could increase her suffering rather than calm her down. Dogs think cats are a toy to chase and that is because they have just been put out to learn that and not been trained to leave them. They helped cat out of going into shock (organs shutting down) however went from bad to worse with seizures and fluid coming out of nose. She is now nine years old and is actually a nice dog, but she absolutely cant be around children or small animals such as cats because she bites. You can try striking the dog with a board or heavy club, such as a golf club, but there is a risk the dog will then turn its attention and aggression on you. Was the dog in his yard? The dog must have thought the kid was being hurt, but it was the kid that was doing all the pulling cos he didnt want to be disciplined. My dog and cats are now permanently separated, because I dont know if this will happen again, but Im not willing to take that chance. Of course he thought I was not serious.. Dogs seems to rule neighborhoods lately. That is down the road. I think ALL the people out here calling themselves animal-lovers and cat-lovers, while possessing a dog and speaking here against putting-down a killer dog which has BUTCHERED and cruelly killed a feline cat (and that is the word; BUTCHERED, no other word correctly conveys the cruelty of the killer-dogs acts) are nothing short of HYPOCRITES!!! Watch how many pet owners would straighten up their stinking act. If a cat is walking by you, do not pick her up. We used to take my one dog and a neighbor dog, with the neighbor on walks. Anything that gets through the fence, look out! and their solutions, one by one. We were finally Sometimes they hate each other until the dog changes its behavior. Vets and groomers will do this for you just like they would a dog. You can be ready Cat should not have been loose. If she is not breathing, reposition her neck and try again. If there is a cat around she will chase it. They were stray cats. If a cat attacks dog unprovoked, it could be due to self-defense. To top it off she couldnt not see any problem with leaving out to run all night. I am sorry for your poor cat. ALL DOG BREEDS ARE HUNTERS on some level. So, whenever a dog comes near its surroundings, it attacks it. Id let her out and let her eat. Is she allowed to? Find Out Here, How long does it take for Cytopoint to take effect in dogs? Would they kill the cat? She tries so hard to protect them. They do chase outdoor cats, rabbits etc. Needless to say we are no longer on neighborly terms with them and while I probably didnt to the best job at explaining as I am sure I missed a lot of details, really goes to show that the owner of a dog is responsible for a dogs action. That being said, some of the dogs (including my own -beagles,shetland The only time they are allowed out in the front yard is when we are out there and they are trained to not leave the yard and are trained for voice command. a neighborhood dog and tried to get him to run through the sprinklers with That was a week ago. I feel terrible for the kitty and kittys owner but this was a case of human errorand poor kitty was the one who had to pay the price. This is a very sad situation, but Im not sure that I would put the dog down. The relevant statutes are, I believe: Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, Dangerous Dogs Act 1989, Dogs Act 1871. The issue may not always be as cut and dried as one might think where youve stated firmly that Or, perhaps you enjoy sitting with your dog and gazing into each others eyes. situation where it was cornered or teasedby innocent children perhaps. I see this time and time again. Too dangerous. Ive seen a lot of news about this and people still trying to say my dog doesnt know anything, they just thought its a cute toy. Husband is allergic to cats so I cant KEEP them in the house!!! RIGHT NOW by going here: https://drjonesnaturalpet.com/pet-first-aid-secrets-complete-dog-and-cat-first-aid-manual-e-book.html, Tel: 1-800-396-1534 So when you all blame it on the irresponsible owners, you are wrong. If your dog finds a broken gate, a hole in the fence, or an open window, he may take off to go exploring. Its late on Saturday night and I get a panicked call from one of my clients their cat was attacked. Hi, we rescued a 6 month old pure-breed husky from a animal shelter some 12 months ago & shes the softest, most lovable creature ever, we also have a 3 yr old Husky/Alsatian whos the dominant one but as weve had her since a pup, she is well trained too. I have 3 dogs and 3 cats. If you see the cat being attacked by the dog, you must act quickly to break up the fight. 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