Then let him sniff the back of the cat's head. Once the cat appears to feel safe in your hands, turn her so they can face each other. When you are certain your dog's initial excitement and curiosity has been satisfied and the cat is calm you may loosen the towel. Most likely an adult cat will find a hiding place after the encounter and the in their own time process will begin. A kitten who discovers the dog is not a threat is more likely to stay closer to its human companion.
Many people believe it is wiser to introduce young animals into a household.
This may or may not be true. Temperament and experience can play key roles in the success of animals cohabiting together. Not every pet is willing to share his or her domain with another animal and some animals found in shelters have the experience of living with other animals. Puppies especially need to be trained and some people may not want to go through the hassle of living through the puppy and adolescent stages of owning a dog. Consider adopting an adult dog or cat.