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From: The Washington Post
Date: 20010526
Author:Animal Doctor

Dear Dr. Fox:

I'm concerned about my bright-eyed, lively cat, Sophocles. The first six years I owned her, she was remote and distant. Then, following a tumultuous move and separation from me for several months, she became more affectionate. In recent years, she has become a problem in that she craves a great deal of affection -- sleeping right next to my pillow, coming over to be petted four or five times an evening, and never leaving my side. I just can't say no to her -- should I? How? Unfortunately, it's not possible to get another cat, even though she loves other cats. I'm hoping you can ...

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