Introducing a new cat to your home

One of the most common questions we get is, 'how do I bring a new cat into my home when I already have a cat?' There is a lot of information online about introducing a new pet but we find the ASPCA has the best information. Here is the link to their article on introducing a new cat.
http://www.aspcabehavior.org/articles/26/Introducing-Your-Cat-to-a-New-Cat.aspx
We can't emphasize enough how important it is to follow the steps detailed in this article. Many people open their homes to a new cat and don't follow the steps above and when it doesn't work out, they give the new cat up. Bringing a new cat into the home takes time and patience. There are some pets who just need to be a solo pet, but most can learn to live together as long as the introduction is done correctly.