WELCOME!!!!!

I bet we all have had the feeling at one time or another that a new addition was a mistake, but trust me, with time, patience and a proper introduction, all should end up just fine.

First, a new addition should NOT be introduced to the resident animals immediately. They need to be able to get a feeling for its new home and the people who live there first. Too much stimulus at the onset can be very unnerving.

The very best thing is to give the newcomer access to only one room. Have all the essentials for him there and let him settle in. The cats will be aware of the presence of a stranger but there will be no direct contact at first.

As for a time frame, that will vary from cat to cat. Know that I have experienced everything from an INSTANT bond to one that took days, weeks, months and even a year for some cats to feel totally at ease.

Best of luck.