Bitty is ready to charge any time we are heading out the door (unless she's sleeping in the back bedroom). And it's especially fun when I'm trying to get my partner in or out the door in her wheelchair - we've had Bitty charge right between the wheels!!! Lately, we use a broom that's at the door to discourage her - Lois will use it to block the path under the wheelchair. I have used it myself when going/coming to block the opening, since she can dodge my leading foot. Lately, she sees me pick up the broom and she turns around and heads back down the hallway.
I had thought I had her trained to come when I called - but she has selective hearing when she is outside. I was trying to train her to come for a treat when I shake the package - but again - she has a different agenda when she's outside. Usually, she tries to do something "bad" (like climbing to the top of the bookcases in the den) when she wants my attention. I walk out of the room and she's jumping down to follow me!! Worked one time outside. She got by me and I closed the door and didn't try to get her - next thing I knew, she was at the deck door crying to be let in. 'Course, she may have had a little run-in with a squirrel
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I have tried the halter/leash (I need to get a new one - she's filled out a little sice I got this one) - but she's more interested in fighting the restraint than enjoying the great outdoors. Will keep trying.
Interesting thing is that she is more assertive about getting out than our newest addition - Puff - who was previously primarily an outdoor cat. She'll look at me with her "Please, ma?" but isn't pawing at doors or windows, as I expected she would when I don't give in. Go Figure!!
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