There are several steps that every new cat owner should take when introducing the new cat to the resident dog. A pet owner cannot simply throw the cat and dog into the same room and expect harmony; the dog-cat introduction process will take several days, even as long as several weeks. Create a "safe room" for the cat. Place the cat inside a "safe room" that can be closed off to the dog. A spare bedroom is ideal for this purpose. This safe room will be a place where the cat ca