Thanks to everyone for all your wonderful tips and condolences. I figured it was time for an Alice update, now that she's settling in. I'm happy to report that she seems to be adjusting well. She tolerates the dogs, is eating well and loves to be petted. She did get out on the day of her Master's Celebration of Life, just before it started. She seemed not the least bit intimidated and quickly started exploring her surroundings. We are now on high alert when doors are open. She will sit at the front door with her nose right in the crack. We joke that she's trying to smell her way out.
Since she's disinterested in the dogs, she hasn't even noticed the radio-controlled dog door, so less worry about her drafting them outside. Otherwise, she has the run of the house, with her food, litter box and beloved cat tree in the guest bedroom, protected from the barbarian dogs by a baby gate, which she jumps with ease.
I found a screaming deal (I think) on her cat litter yesterday, so I'll pass it on. At Target this week, Tidy Cat Litter is $4.00 per 25# bag. If you spend $40 on food/litter/treats, you get $10 off with coupon or download. I didn't know what a deal it was until it was scanned at checkout because it wasn't marked. Regular price is $6.19 and coupon is only good through Saturday, August 16. Set on litter for a year or so.
Now, if there are any good hacks for acquiring cat food, I'l love to hear about them. She eats Royal Canin Indoor Light 40. I just ordered it via Amazon, but I suspect there are better deals out there. Should I be careful about stocking up on food? I assume it gets stale and I suspect that one day she will get tired of it so I don't want to over buy.
Thanks for all of your support. We are happily a one cat, two dog, four human family now.