Pod to the Rescue

How to Introduce Dogs to Cats, Chickens & Other Animals (Without Things Going Wrong)

May 27, 2026·1h 19m
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Struggling to introduce your dog to your cat, chickens, or other animals?In this episode of Pod to the Rescue, we break down exactly how to safely integrate dogs with other species—using the same science-backed methods zoos use for big cats.Our guest, Sarah Dugger, is a behavior consultant with experience training everything from household pets to Amur leopards and mountain lions. And the surprising truth? The principles are the same.You’ll learn:How to introduce dogs to cats safelyWhat to do if your dog fixates or chasesHow to manage introductions with chickens or livestockWhy “they’ll work it out” can go very wrongIf you’re bringing home a new dog—or already struggling with multi-pet dynamics—this episode will give you a clear, humane roadmap.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for weekly behavior insightsWebsite: https://www.podtotherescue.com/Emily Wolf, Brilliant Pup Behavior: https://www.brilliantpupbehavior.com/Jenni Pfafman, Elevated Dog Training: https://www.elevateddogtraining.com/Libby Felts, Bolder Dog and Bolder Dog Media: https://www.bolder.dog/

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