Help! Fearful behaviour in Cats

[Catherine]

Good thing you had a cat treat that worked. I can see how positive reinforcement would be more effective than any kind of negative reaction. The negative would just make her more anxious. Rewarding her every time she showed courage would reinforce the courage.

Well done both of you. You must be so relieved. You couldn't have her out in the winter and you can't stay all night coaxing her once it gets cold.