Hey, I have a puppy who loves to explore every corner of my home. However, I’ve recently adopted a senior cat who prefers a calm and quiet environment. It is quite easy to say that they don’t really get along well together. It isn’t a big problem to keep them separated during the weekends, but on weekdays, it’s a task. I’ve tried building small barriers, but Max is easily able to jump over them. Can you please suggest some good temporary ways to keep them separated for a particular period of time?
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It's wonderful that you're giving a loving home to both a playful puppy and a senior cat, even though they have different needs when it comes to space. Keeping them separated during weekdays can indeed be a bit of a challenge.
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It's wonderful that you're giving a loving home to both a playful puppy and a senior cat, even though they have different needs when it comes to space. Keeping them separated during weekdays can indeed be a bit of a challenge.