I'm planning to introduce my dog to a new cat. According to wikiHow Pet's article on introducing dogs to cats, what's the very first thing I should do with my dog before their initial physical meeting? Also, what specific dog behaviors should I actively prevent or discourage during this first introduction?
Navigate to wikihow.pet. Use the search bar to find articles about introducing dogs and cats. Click on the article titled 'How to Introduce Dogs to Cats'. Scroll to and read 'Method 2: Training Your Dog to Behave Around Your Cat'. Identify the first preparatory action recommended for the dog before the physical meeting. Identify the dog behavior(s) that should be prevented or discouraged during the initial introduction. State the identified actions and behaviors.
Successfully navigate to the article 'How to Introduce Dogs to Cats'. State that the first thing to do with the dog before the physical meeting is to take it on a long walk. State that allowing the dog to chase the cat, or showing intense interest/excitement towards the cat, should be prevented or discouraged during the initial phase.