It's a Problem When the Cup Runneth Over From: The Washington Post | Date: December 7, 2006| Author: Animal Doctor | Copyright 2006 The Washington Post. This material is published under license from the Washington Post.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Washington Post.Copyright information

Dear Dr. Fox:

We have two adorable 2-year-old Himalayan-mix cats, Smokey and her brother, the Bandit.

Several months ago, Bandit acquired a fascination for knocking over cups of liquid. He paws at the cup until it falls over, spilling its contents. He does not discriminate. Any cup with any liquid is fair game. He has no interest in drinking the liquid, pre- or post-spill. He simply peers into the cup, pulls it onto its side, watches the liquid go every which way, sniffs at i...

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