Fourth in a series.

Larry’s teeth and gums felt much better; modern medicine also lifted his oppressive anxiety. Curley gained confidence and was learning to relax — out from under the bed. They were still kept separated from Moe while swapping halves of the house. Perching on floor-to-ceiling cat trees and venting their predatory proclivities on stalk and pounce toys had them behaving like real cats.

Dr. Jeff Nichol

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