Wow! You have made some progress!!!! Playing with a cat already too - Wahoo! I think your little Cookie is going to be fine! I commend you for a great idea with the plastic mat! Wish I could have suggested that!

There are some great folks here at Pet Talk, as you have already found out from the great suggestions. If you need help we/ they are only a click away. Welcome to Pet Talk and we look forward to getting to know Cookie. Any chance you could post some pictures? We love pictures!