Kittens Meet Blind French Bulldog Puppies *GONE WRONG*

[@cindyshaw7364]

Introducing the kitties to the puppies is a great way to socialize them all. This age is the best age to make positive experiences and exposures for socialization

[@TokyoACR]

I hope you continue to help the kittens get used to being near other animals. Looks like they need it lol.

[@bkm2797]

Have a feeling Joey is going to leave that to their new humans at their forever home,lol.

[@giabarrone7422]

Unfortunately it is often too late by adoption. The younger the kitten, the more success with socialization. Sakura will probably never be comfortable with dogs.

[@cherrywinterberry]

Thats something I've been concerned about as well ever since Molly said that Lavender was spicy as well. Getting friendly kittens is on the foster parent raising them not on the kittens to figure out themselves

[@TokyoACR]

@@giabarrone7422 Not always true. Been a pet owner all my life, dogs and cats. They can get used to each other. We had one cat who was afraid of our dog (at first) when we first adopted her at the age of 2. They became such good friends over time. When my dog died, she became severely depressed. So not all hope is lost.

[@Uchiha.watashi]

@@TokyoACR but that doesn’t work for every cat, some cats just don’t want to get used to dogs like Sakura, so it’s much better to do it when they’re kittens. And it’s much safer as they don’t know really how to attack like an adult cat It’s easier with dogs at any age cause they can get usually much more used to adult cats and they’re more welcoming

[@ssjess2504]

Jack Jack's coloring makes him fit right in with the kitties and omg their reaction. I don't think I've ever seen the "scaredy cat" pose in real life 🤣🤣

[@DerpCat-]

You mean when they hunch their back and poof out their tails? My cat does that a lot.

[@ssjess2504]

@@DerpCat- yeah the typical hunched back, tail and all fur up. It's usually called the scaredy cat pose

[@genaervin3484]

One-on-one for a few moments is definitely the way to go. Don't get too discouraged by their reactions. I know you would never let them get too stressed out. Learning each other's language will be good for them in the future.

[@emileeleonard3941]

It will typically take days for animals to get used to each other and in a slower process so idk I think this is pretty awesome that Pearl and Lea were able to chill in the same place with no injuries, kudos to you Joey!

[@survival7691]

😂🤣😂 That was cute! I think you should continue to bring a puppy to see the kittens daily. They'll get used to it!

[@Uchiha.watashi]

Exactly!!

[@silh3345]

I agree. The quicker he is able to get them used to these puppies the more likely they are to accept other animals in their new homes once they’re adopted too. Usually the younger the kitten the more likely they are to successfully get used to other animals.

[@teadora99]

You should definitely try do this daily while you still have the puppies! The more the kittens see and are around the puppies the easier and faster it'll take for them to understand and get used to having dogs around! This was so sweet though, the way the kittens all jumped so cute !

[@kasslue1877]

So amazing how you love all these fosters and how you find loving homes. I love the residents too! So prescious. Bless your sweet loving heart!

[@suzymcpaul3131]

If you are going to introduce a new animal to another you have to spend at least a couple of days letting them get used to each other's scent from separate rooms/areas. It doesn't matter if it is cat and cat or dog and cat or dog and dog. Putting them together, face to face, suddenly will never work. 😺

[@melanopygus]

Yep! He should bring each other's blankets to the other

[@rachelhall2813]

for anyone wondering, here is joey's animal list (in chronological order): - Wolf (male husky, rescued from craigslist (?) as puppy) - Storm (male husky, white, adopted from a rescue as puppy, lives w Daniel) - Lark (female husky/german shepherd mix, adopted from a rescue as puppy (?), lives w Daniel's mother) - Lark had babies (accident at doggy daycare)! seven of them (Red, Teal, Lavender, Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue) - Moon (male husky, kept one of lark's babies-Teal) - Shadow (male husky, J&D tried to keep Lark's baby Red, but Moon & Shadow struggled with littermate syndrome so Shadow was rehomed like the others) - Sakura (black female pregnant rescue cat) (kept her) - Sakura's kittens, the zodiac litter (Gemini, Taurus, Aquarius, Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) - Azula (female foster cat, was pregnant but lost the litter) - Hen (foster mama from junkyard) - junkyard pups (Duck, Goose, Shark, Otter, Bear, Moose) - foster mama dog Roo - Roo's litter (Hare, Tiger, Bison, Panda, Raccoon, Monkey) - Daenerys (white foster mama kitty) - D's kitties, the Greek Goddess litter (Athena, Persephone, Aphrodite, Nemesis, Rhea) - took care (for a couple of days) of a mama duck and her 9 babies that wandered into his backyard and got stuck - May (foster mama husky) - May's babies, the Months litter (January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December) - Coco (husky foster mama pt2, false pregnancy, surrogate to Disney pups) - husky babies abandoned in box (Disney litter--Copper, Pluto, Bolt, Scar, Bruno, Darla) - Daisy (husky foster mama pt3) - Daisy's babies (flower/tree litter; Goldie, Lilly, and Daphne didn't make it; Ash, Cyprus, Oren) - Lacey/Onyx (black & white foster kitty mamma) - Lacey/Onyx's kittens, gem litter (Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Flint, Mica, Jasper) - 4 blind Frenchies (Mike Wazowski, Baby Jack-Jack, Linguini, Lea Michele) *Montana/Monty (female golden retriever) is often in videos; she is Daniel's (Joey's ex) dog, but often comes to Joey doggy daycare *the babies are usually adopted by other people (other than Moon) and then renamed! some of them have instagrams and have shared their new names/stories, but I'm not including those here *I first created this list a long time ago and add to it every time Joey takes in a new animal...because I have it saved I just copy/paste it onto every (I try, but it's more like "most") animal-related video he posts, so no, it actually doesn't take a lot of my time or effort. I just like lists. Thank you to everyone who is giving thanks about the amount of effort though haha!

[@aliviahouk7018]

I think it would have gone better if you had the puppies in a small kennel so the kitties could come up to them and feels safe. You could do that maybe everyday or so, so that they're used to seeing and smelling the puppies. Then take one puppy and put them in with the kittens at the time where they'd be most relaxed. Also maybe feed the kittens in front of the kennel when they start to eat (they should soon bc they're around 5 weeks)

[@charlieerickson2546]

It might actually be better to have them meet in a neutral area rather than the kitten's playpen. Often with adults, there are physical boundaries in place (start out in separate, but adjacent rooms) and they gradually get closer until they're comfortable enough with each other.

[@melissawalker3874]

I was really having a bad day and seeing those kittens scare themselves had me laughing so hard. Dialysis is painful and time-consuming. But seeing those kittens was so so funny. Thanks for making my day a little brighter

[@zedicus6519]

I’m so glad that Joey if finally socializing the fosters! It takes a lot of time to get them to adjust to each other. It’s best to include blankets into the cat pin so that they can sleep and play on the puppies scents. It helps them acclimate. I highly recommend food to this equation as well. A Positive experience during the meeting process with food can shift the way they think. Also the meetings should last for a couple hours at a time minimum. Once the kitties realize they are not under attack then their natural energy levels will force them into playing mode. From there curiosity breeds socializing.

[@heatherduke5410]

Little Lea Michele is absolutely precious, though. She really seemed to want to play with and get to know the kittens.

[@oliviapinter9478]

Oh I guess that's why I shake when I am done having a severe panic or anxiety attack good to know Joey

[@bsbznumber1fan]

Ikr i shake to after a severe anxiety attack.it is no fun at all. Still love joey though💕💕💕💕

[@YuBeace]

Oh!!! My gosh!!! That fluffy black cat at the end is so gorgeous! I must see more…

[@SkyeSalindar]

As long as you have the puppies you should keep trying to have the puppies interact with the kittens, it might help with their anxiety over new things and animals. These puppies are pretty similar in size and calmer than other puppies I've seen you with. It's also good for the puppies. I know it's a stressful thing to do, but you did pretty good considering the kitten's reaction

[@luvlontime8306]

I love, LOVE the commentary when Sukara is getting her (well deserved) screen time! I look forward to her appearance in every video she graces us with. 🎥⭐🏆

[@paulmintz4530]

3SM

[@vee7025]

Omg can't stop laughing at the fright club literally scaring themselves 🤣

[@Danielle-xq1jf]

Puppies and kittens!! ❤ couldn’t ask for anything better !! Thank you Joey

[@135weston]

How did I miss all the dog and kitten content up until now???

[@janinebean4276]

I think if you let the puppies be on the other side of the fence for a while so the kittens get used to the smell it would be better :)

[@nicolerae7231]

Puppy doesn't know what's going on. Kittens just spazzing out. 😂

[@angelwolfheart9260]

It's really good that you're introducing the animals to each other. Even though the kittens seemed scared, it's important for them to experience new things. If you had more time, and were able to give them short experiences every day, I believe they would eventually become more comfortable.

[@marlenewalker9515]

All in all I think they all got along fairly well. No blood was drawn so that is always a plus. Give them time and they all may become good friends.

[@darkwater8620]

It’s really nice that your letting them see each other cuz that helps them get adopted into homes with animals already 👏🏻😌

[@tiggercampbell6198]

i love the way the kitties are nope! hiss..lol

[@normarosencrans3418]

Omg this was so adorable I actually jumped myself when the kittens all got scared. Joey you are an amazing foster. I just love all your videos❤️

[@whitewidowslick]

I agree with the comments that say continuous times of them meeting is better than just one. Keep introducing them, even if you have to have Oscar or something help you. It’s better for them to be as introduced to the puppies as you can cause it’s better socialization that can acclimate them into a home later on with dogs & the puppies w cats. Who knows, maybe someone will want to adopt a puppy and a kitten this time and it’s better for them to not feel threaten by the other. It’ll take a bit of work but they’re young and it’s genuinely the perfect time to watch them grow with each other fr.

[@mamavandeveer3836]

Your kittens gave me the truest meaning of the phrase “scardy cats”! Lea Michelle was awfully cute when you had her in the 1 on 1 situation. She was really trying to instigate some playtime. Then I became a bit terrified when you threatened Sakura into going in with the kittens. If you are looking for chaos and maybe bloodshed that’s what you might get. As always, your heart is so supremely generous with these special animals and. Love viewing their lives and watching them go to their forever hiomes. God bless you Joey.

[@cassidyearl3353]

It's actually funny w/ cats and dogs, some cats are born more chill and not caring about there being a dog but dog behavior tends to freak them out but after a month or so of being around they can learn how to tolerate each other as long as the home theyre in gives them the space they need

[@thepigcupid7377]

I wonder if it would have gone better to have the kittens and puppies meet in a neutral space? Seeing them one on one was so cute, I died when Lea Michele tried playing with Mica 😍🥺

[@raycheesy1]

Something that could help make the process easier is you could put a blanket with the puppy's smells on it in with them!

[@DebbieSp19]

I’m giggling so hard at the first reaction! Like all kittens are like what have you done!? We trusted you!

[@shalix333]

That must have been so stressfull for the little ones. Maybe an introduction in a bigger place where they can hide and come out on their own terms would be better?

[@melissadropdead4619]

It was the instant replay and slow mo that got me lmao! So cute and funny these kittens are! 🤣

[@riversong4311]

To get themselves used to each other, start by introducing them with the doors closed and let them sniff each other under the door, move up to snacks by the door, then eating meals. Finally getting door open with a screen between them eating their meals, this shows them that each other is good by that food association. Remove screen and see how eating goes. Tried it and got some results.

[@Mouse_spider]

The little cuties

[@oliviapinter9478]

Awe Leah was trying to play with the kitten that's so cute 🥺🥺💗

[@Glm867]

OMG 😆 That was hilariously cute and precious… Poor babies (Kitties and Puppy) ❤😆🥺 The good ole spit hiss lol

[@laurenschenck5355]

OMG! Wow that was a big reaction from the kittens 😮🐱 ❤

[@moniquelee8713]

Okay, so I’ve heard through the grape vine that one of the best times to introduce them is during meal time in separate enclosures, but still can see and smile each other at the same time. But this is just one way to do it. 🤷🏻‍♀️.

[@xoelliexo]

Joeys conversations with sakura 😂 omg 😂😂😂😂

[@courtneyrees3513]

Watching your videos always make me feel better and calm down whenever I need too so thank you for that, the kittens and puppies are getting so big!

[@sierrareyelts1481]

Pearl’s look of disgust and signal to bolt 😂

[@lesleysmith5544]

Hi Joey, I just wanted to let you know its so great you are so informed in caring for these babies. Caring for animals can be challenging and you really are providing the best start in life for them. So impressed!

[@kebert2thumbsup]

Fun fact, this is NOT how you introduce dogs and cats. It takes TIME, separation devices and LOTS of treats!

[@Josietros-nm1nq]

LITERALLY HE IS TRYING TO SOCIALIZE THEM AND THEY HAVE THESE COMMENTS LIKE "THAT IS NOT GOOD" THEY R NOT NATURAL ENEMIES HAVE U NEVER SEEN DOGS AND CATS BE BEST FRIENDS MY GOD

[@kebert2thumbsup]

@Josietros-nm1nq I HAVE seen cats and dogs be friends. I have both cats and dogs. I know how to PROPERLY introduce them to one another. And how they did it in this video is not the correct way!

[@loveable6928]

their all so cute😭

[@chaillaux2006]

I just love how Peridot got out and peaked their head over, like no worries I am just exploring. Also the dogs were so much calmer.

[@Uchiha.watashi]

This was so cute and funny lmao the way the cats just jumped all over the place scaring themselves 😭😂 But I think you should let them meet daily so they’ll get used to it so that the cats when they’re older won’t attack dogs on the street when they have new homes cause cats go out by themselves, and it’s much easier to get cats used to dogs before they’re adopted, cause cats use longer time to get used to dogs or other animals 😊

[@xbree_]

It is for the best for both kitten and puppy. Great job Joey. Won’t lie they scared me a couple times lol

[@shaianne7208]

I would watch Jackson Galaxy's video of how to introduce dogs and cats, BUT idk if it's different with puppies and kittens. But that was so cute♡.

[@annetterose8948]

Good to know I'm not the only Ole who has a very talkative kitty!

[@kayleineal2521]

When they all scared each other I died laughing💀😂it was literally like that one tiktok sound “something touched my foot”

[@kailfern9644]

Oh my god I'm absolutely dying over the dramatics of the kittens 😂😂 joey you're a wonderful dad 💚 thank you for all this wholesome content as always x

[@jenna7437]

That meeting was so stressful lol. Lowkey I was worried that the cats were gonna hit the dogs. Glad to see all the animals were okay!

[@cmcintire1656]

SAME🤣😂

[@AnimeRocksMyWorld16]

The more you try to let the puppies & kitties meet more they will get used to them & itll help when they are older…that was cute lol

[@itsjaslyn3710]

AWWW YES SOOOOO CUTEEE LOVE YA JOEY FOR BRINGING THEM INTO UR HOME❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡💛💛💛💛💛💛💚💚💚💚💚💙💙💙💙💙💜💜💜💜💜

[@caitiebarnhardt8102]

The kittens are so freaking cute. When my foster kittens met my giant dogs I did it gradually. The kittens had a play pen that I would set up in the living room and the dogs would sniff around it. Eventually the kittens Loved the dogs.

[@laurendixon6006]

I literally just noticed the Amber Spyglass poster/print 😍😍😍😍 one I love that whole book series ❤️❤️❤️

[@Jess1ekins]

Love how indifferent the dog is compared to the kitties! Cats are so dramatic. 🤣

[@lmcgiglez]

Something I read as recommended (and tried a bit myself) when we were introducing a new kitten to our cats was to rub a sock on their face (scent glands) and then let the other cats smell it/react/get used to it (going both ways; new kitten sock -> present cats; present cats sock -> new kitten). It seemed to work fine, and I imagine it probably would work for puppies/kittens to help ease the stress of introduction.

[@astrinymris9953]

Um... may I suggest watching a few Jackson Galaxy and Kitten Lady videos about introducing kittens and puppies to each other? You really need to go slow, have some kind of barrier between the two animals at first, and provide treats to lubricate the first greeting. Not hatin', just sayin'.

[@lilsis4441]

I had this problem with The stray kitten I took in (I think she was at least a few months?) honestly you needed to introduce the sounds and smells and let them observe & Hide. Cats are very territorial and what you unknowingly did was bring some stranger into their home, kinda like a stranger just walking into yours uninvited. It would have been smoother if they had at least a few days of some sort of experience and not just a day jammed. also would have been slightly better If there was a place to hide. honest mistake and it went fairly well! With the puppies being blind I don think its a good idea for the kittens to be introduced to at least them cause the puppies can't tell they are saying "Back off"

[@Lmbermuda69]

Can't wait to see the house decorated for Xmas. Always thought it looked so amazing

[@Shadowtsune]

the kittens Drama kings and queens

[@HannehYA]

Hi Joey, thank you for taking such good care of these animals❤ Just sharing a thought: The kittens doesn't need to stay in the small enclosure - don't know if they just in there when you are filming? They need a lot more space to run around and do their kitten behaviour. I'm sure you are doing your best 🤗

[@dianah4016]

You should introduce them gradualy. Jackson Galaxy has some really good videos about introducing puppies and kittens. Take the smells to them first by rubbing a blanket on all the litter, so that both the pups and the kittens can have something around that they will recognize as the other, then introduce them through a door, or the penn, that could work. That way they can hear each other and not feel threatened. Lastly, put them together in a controled environment, and preferrably in a place where each has a space to retreat if they're not feeling safe.

[@cf6823]

cats and dogs are really different when it comes to introductions. bc cats are territorial, you have to get them used to the pups scent first. then slowly introduce them one by one with treats so they have good associations with scents. then face to face.

[@dnieto1466]

2:30 I can't stop laughing 🤣

[@fluffycak3s]

Omfg the kitties in the back! They all got their corners covered 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Joey please do this more often. Maybe then the kitties and puppies will get along well in the end. Once adoption happens, it'll be a easy transition into a new home with another animal already present.

[@hotflippinmess9178]

I think I enjoy the Sakura commentary the most. And everything else of course.

[@Mistxiii_]

The poor puppies were like “New friends! Yay!” And just wanted to play, and the kittens were like “Oh hell no get away from me”

[@fuzzytigercat]

You should already have a cat box in with the kittens. As soon as they are running around, they need a cat box.

[@carolwade8552]

I love your kindness towards animals. You are a beautiful person for sure God made a good one

[@miamignone8141]

poor baby jack jack he did nothing wrong

[@kategentry]

Actually, that is really normal how they reacted. It’s how our kittens reacted when they first met our dog, but he was determined to get them to like him. I think it took about two weeks before they stopped spitting at him and three for them to tolerate him. He sat by their pin all day, determined to get them to like him and eventually they started playing in his hair (he’s a collie). It takes time.

[@Redrose51704]

When they scare each other it makes me laugh so hard😭😂

[@hattiebleeker5267]

It might help if the kittens met the puppies in a neutral space, like outside or in a living room, instead of a space they consider to be “their” territory!

[@aliyahk0069]

Pearl and Opal look EXACTLY like my siamese kitty when she was a baby 🥺🥺🥺

[@crycowgirlcry]

Poor jack jack probably got scared lmao

[@Kymmrodri12]

It’s takes a few days until the kittens get used to the scent of the dog !! My baby Siamese (on profile pics takes her like a day or 2 to get used to other dogs )

[@Dramacat3506]

Those poor kittens!!! 😭😭😭

[@LginTx]

Kittens are easily startled- it is better for them to get introduced to new things and animals now than later ❤ but I agree, it is sad when they get so defensive 😅

[@krystalstone6184]

they way the cats were scared😭

[@palomitapalomita7866]

I think It would be a good idea to keep doing it. One on one for like 5-10 minutes. You could also put one puppy in a carrier in the kitten's place while they eat? Maybe they'd start associating the pups with good stuff.

[@Iamthunderchild]

it might have worked better if you had brought them both to a neutral place as it stands the puppy was an invader into the kittens space

[@Li_418]

Joey you need to foster more French bulldogs like there so cute and sweet ❤❤❤❤

[@Omgitsnotasloth]

Cats are so dramatic i love it lol. But dogs are by far my favorite xD

[@Craftgirly]

Would be best if you put the closed puppy carrier on ground next to the kittens play pen and let the kittens get curious. They need to get used to the smell of the puppies. Once they get use to their scent, then very slow introduction. Oh another thing you can do is swap their blankets to help get comfort with the scents.

[@EliasMorals]

Really good idea! It's the same for rats what I've seen! They just get their pens near each other, acclimate them one at a time, then let them hang oht

[@eringudge8029]

Puffy kitten zoomies!

[@wordswritteninred7171]

I swear she said No, when you asked her if she would like that. Lol

[@Kodanikage]

It’s good to introduce the kitties and puppies early. It teaches each to be around each other. I suggest you introduce the puppies to mama cat.

[@mandymorrow5473]

"SAKURA, I'M TALKING!" OMFG! 🤣🤣🤣

[@myawelton5820]

there so adorable ❤❤❤❤

[@larsha01]

Not the kittens hissing like a wild cat thinking they are the boss but the puppies pretty much laugh at them and look confused

[@lhmcd5538]

Oh dear should have done it gradually. No matter, a mesh fence between them would have been better. Also groom them so they so their smells are intermixed before they meet. There is less pressure and no fear this way. You shake when there is to much adrenaline in you body in a fight or flight mechanism in your body. Sugar helps in humans, food with animals would help too. Sakura wants you attention as she loves you. 😊

[@TCat13]

OMG the kittens with their tails up against the wall 😂🙀 I think Sakura would eat the puppies for breakfast tho 😳😂💓

[@fablespielt8092]

pearl and opal really had her sister moment when they got scared

[@partyanimalbrittbrat]

Awwee its so cute the dogs just want to play and the cats r like what the hell is this thing and scaring themselves just funny.