Hi Rachel- my post was not just for Ktreva- I need all the advice I can get right now! Thanks for your suggestions! I think that maybe if I dig in my heels, and refuse to 'play ball' until she has gone, it will eventually work out. Maybe use the ball as a reward. I know she will let me stand there for a LONG time though, sometimes stubborn girl that she is- I guess I'll just have to be even more stubborn...........and yes, it's a good idea you had to let her pick her spot.