She lets us know that she'd be happier without the harness, leash and minion babysitting. We tell her that while she is still a fierce alley cat who can take care of her self and not a pampered house kitty the world has changed in the last 6 years and there is more foot and vehicle traffic of people who may not watch out for a little kitty cat. (Plus the footsie pads have gotten soft, no more calluses )Gypsy looks like a very happy cat!