Aggressive cat towards a nervous dog

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I'm dog-sitting my daughter's dog for a week. For the first three days, the cat just watched him but didn't do anything; then on the fourth day, he started chasing him with his claws out. I was so surprised because my daughter has been visiting us with her dog for three years now, so he knows him, but now he's completely lost the plot and wants to hurt him. What should I do?
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    • ProvetoJuniorConseil
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    Hello, Even if your cat already knows this dog, their behaviour can change depending on the context or their emotional state. I’d advise against forcing them to be together and making sure your cat has plenty of hiding places and high-up spots where they can retreat in peace. If the chasing persists or becomes more intense, don’t hesitate to speak to your vet, who will be able to advise you on the best way forward. Best regards, Victoire
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    Kikaah
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    If it’s only temporary, just keep them separate. You’ll have to see whether it starts up again when he goes back home and your daughter visits next time, or if it’s just that the cat can put up with the dog, but only for so long.
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