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Dear Cathy,

How can I get my three-year-old terrier mix, Reef, to stop barking at everything? While inside, he barks at people and pets, delivery drivers, etc. Outside, he barks at other dogs walking by us on the street. ...Read More

Dear Cathy,

My seven-year-old cat is over-grooming to the point of causing bald spots. He did this as a kitten, and then it stopped, so I thought it might be stress related. I see nothing different in his life, though, so...Read More

Dear Cathy,

We recently adopted a two-year-old yellow lab named Charlie. We love him to death. He is very intelligent and knows a lot of commands. He has lots of energy, but we understand labs and know he will settle down...Read More

Dear Cathy,

I'm a retired scientist who usually seeks scientific evidence to support my conclusions. In your column regarding a dog that went to the door before its owner's arrival, you stated that it was a function of ...Read More

Dear Cathy,

I have a nine-year-old Shih Tzu who has never barked. I think I’ve heard him bark once. I am wondering if maybe he has nothing to say. What’s your opinion?

— Barkless, Kings Park, New York

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Dear Cathy,

I inherited a cat. At 82 years old, I never thought of what I would do with the cat when I drive to Florida. So, I have been taking him on five and six-hour car rides. I have food, water, and a litter box for ...Read More