[Outlaw Woman]

You're right as rain and hope my comment was taken in jest. I can't speak for anyone else; haven't been in the same situation but I do take in strays/rescues. Well my female cat is not appreciative at all but I simply keep them apart and bring in the newbie for 'visits' from the garage. Usually takes about a week.

Of course 'she' still doesn't like it but she is only hostile if they're in the same room. Nah j/k. They sleep in the same bed (lots of distance between) and not too much hissing goes on. I swear though, if she had opposing thumbs, it would be a totally different story! :)

[Slings and Arrows]

It really does depend on the cat. It took Misty about a week to get secure in the house. It took Deimos about three hours.