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Dogs and Cats Living Together: Gate Jumpers

In my six month update, I mentioned one of my worst fears: that one of my roommates’ cats will jump the gate and encounter the dogs. Well, it’s happened. Twice. A quick background for new readers: in January, I moved in with roommates. Roommates who have cats. I have two dogs who are known cat chasers, at least when we’re outside. The cats and dogs are kept separate thanks to a baby gate. I wasn’t home for the first gate jumping experience, but here’s the story: Kachiko hopped the gate and wandered into the office, looking for roommate M., her … Continue reading →

Pet Gate Basics

Not sure which pet gate is right for your dog and your house? Knowing the basics can help you make a decision. What are pet gates made of? They can be made of steel, plastic, or wood. Your dog’s size and behavior habits can help you choose the best material. A heavy chewer, for example, may need a wire mesh gate or a metal slat-style gate. Plastic and wood gates may not stand up to heavy chewing. If you have a very tall dog, like a Borzoi or a wolfhound, you may need an extra-tall gate. Do you want your … Continue reading →

Life Without A Fence

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I feel bad sometimes, that I took my dogs away from their big, fenced backyard at home in New Jersey. Here in Oregon, we have a lovely apartment, and the complex has lots of walking paths for us to explore. But I no longer have the luxury of opening the back door and letting the dogs out to romp and sniff and play in the yard. It takes some getting used to. I was definitely spoiled; Lally and I could play ball while Moose watched the neighborhood kids play and nobody had to worry about leashes. Now, unless we go … Continue reading →