Shirley’s getting braver in her cat harness, although she still has her moments. She’s terrified of people which is causing issues, neighbors just living their lives and she makes a scene trying to strangle herself on the leash or run into traffic.

Starting today I’m going to start carrying treats with me while walking her, and offer them to the neighbors to give to her. I’m thinking maybe if I find a flavor she really likes, and she only ever gets it from the neighbors, that might help her warm up to them.

She doesn’t need to be besties with anyone, but if she ever escapes again, I don’t want her to run from anyone who would recognize her.