It took months. But today, I left the back door open—and she went out. On her own. No coaxing, no treats, no leash. Just a quiet, curious walk into the yard. She sniffed the grass. Watched a bird. Then laid down under the tree and just… stayed. I kept the screen door open and watched her from the kitchen. And my heart stayed right there with her, in the sun. #Pets #Dogs #BraveSteps