Inside, Outside
As the kittens got a little bigger it was time to introduce them to the outside world. This was done first by giving them a couple of days to wear a harness inside to get used to it, then by attaching a lead and letting them get used to dragging that around (or playing with it), and importantly being gently stopped by it (without freaking out). Training steps achieved we would head outside to play in the grass and look at the big world outside. This was done in short sessions starting around 15 mins, and then up to an hour at a time. They were never allowed outside without supervision, and initially never off leash. Then the leashes were just an emergency handle, they were allowed to run about with the leash dragging behind in case I needed to grab one or other of them and reel them in. Names were used consistently, and the kittens always rewarded when they come, or respond to their name. Importantly they are given a little freedom to enjoy themselves, and support when th